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India

History

India became a dominion, expanding self-government within the British imperial system.
India became a republic, replacing the previous constitutional arrangement.
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CapitalNew Delhi
Population1.4B
Area3,287,263 km2
CurrencyIndian rupee

Short facts

RegionSouth Asia
LanguageEnglish, Hindi
Time zoneIST (UTC+5:30)
Drives onLeft

Worth seeing

  • Taj Mahal: The jewel of India's cultural heritage, a UNESCO-listed marble mausoleum in Agra.
  • Kerala Backwaters: Serene network of lakes, rivers, and canals in southern India's lush tropical setting.
  • Rajasthan: The desert kingdom of forts, palaces, camels, and vibrant festivals.

Find a city in India

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Planning questions

What is India known for?Taj Mahal, Kerala Backwaters, Rajasthan.
What is the capital?New Delhi.
Which language is useful?English, Hindi.
When is the national day?26 January.
How should I browse it here?Start with the facts, jump to linked cities, then check events and topics.

Upcoming events

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Diwali thumbnailDiwali20 October 2026 – 8 November 2026 — Nationwide — IndiaWomen’s Cricket World Cup Final thumbnailWomen’s Cricket World Cup Final2 November 2026 — Navi Mumbai — IndiaKumbh Mela thumbnailKumbh Mela14 January 2027 – 26 February 2027 — Rotating pilgrimage cities — IndiaUdaipur World Music Festival thumbnailUdaipur World Music Festival13 February 2027 – 15 February 2027 — Udaipur — IndiaIPL Final thumbnailIPL Final31 May 2027–1 June 2027 — Ahmedabad — IndiaIndia National Day thumbnailIndia National Day15 August 2027 — Across India — India

Use New Delhi as the first planning anchor for India, then compare the city, food and worth-seeing notes on this page.

Food & drink

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Known for

Taj MahalKerala BackwatersRajasthanNew DelhiStreet foodTea
Eurovision Song Contest thumbnailMusic & CultureFestivals, concerts and cultural calendars.Asia thumbnailMountains and routesHighland landscapes, trekking windows and protected nature.