Let’s Discover IT is going on a journey to discover India and you’re invited to experience the amazing wonders found here.
“To other countries, I may go as a tourist, but to India, I come as a pilgrim”. –Martin Luther King, Jr
Some facts about India:
- The name ‘India’ derives from the river Indus
- India has the second-largest population in the world. As of 2021 there are more than 1.2 billion people in India. China currently is the most populous country in the world with 1.4 billion, however, India is predicted to take the top spot by 2024.
There are 22 recognised languages, with Hindi and English being the official languages. Other commonly-spoken languages include Bengali (the second most spoken language), Telugu, Tamil, Urdu and Punjabi. There are as many as 19,500 known languages and dialects across the country. Hindi is the fourth most spoken language in the world – with 310 million native speakers (4.5% of the world’s population). Bengali is the world’s 7th most spoken language and Punjabi is the 10th most spoken language.
- India is the second largest English speaking country in the world.
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Taj Mahal, in the Agra District in Uttar Pradesh. India
Be amazed at this most beautiful palace and soak up the beauty in this 5 minute video.
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Dabbawalas: How India’s 130-year-old food delivery system works.
Watch this 3 minute video and visit the Dabbawala website too.
Incredible!
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Anoushka Shankar (Daughter of the famous Ravi Shankar)
Anoushka Shankar performs “Lasya” from her album Reflections. The name Lasya refers to the Hindu goddess Parvati’s Cosmic Dance
Enjoy this 4 minute video and experience the mesmerising melody of the sitar and percussion instruments in this song.
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Inspired to cook your own Indian recipes?
Have a look at this website: The Spruce Eats
Spruce Eats says: If you have decided to take the plunge and try Indian cooking, do not feel intimidated. Get started with some easier recipes that will not scare you away. These recipes contain simple ingredients, taste delicious, and make you want to give yourself a pat on the back once you’re done making them.
Mahatma Gandhi
Revered and loved by so many, honoured in every corner of India and around the world.
Find out more about his life and legacy by visiting the Gandhi Museum in Mumbai.