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 India is a land of kaleidoscopic diversity . The country s 2.6 million square kilometres harbour an immense variety of scenery that ranges from the palm- edged beaches of the tropical south to the eternal snows of the mighty Himalayas. In between , jungles and forests, lush river valleys and barren deserts, busy modern cities and quiet villages are yours to explore. Occupying this vast and varied landscape is an intriguing mixture of peoples whose diversity of race , language, custom, tradition, art and religion brings colour to every aspect of life .
Not surprisingly , this variety expresse itself in many ways.Delhi s wide streets and handsome architecture tell of this century s history - whilst nearby are remnants of earlier civilisations that can be tracet back across thousands of years .
Mumbai , formerly known as Bombay, is the nation s commercial capital and one of the most rapidly developing cities in Asia .
Rajasthan s ancient culture is recalled in its ornate palaces and lives on in the brightly embroiered clothing and flashing jewellery of its people. The love of a Moghul emperor for his queen takes from in the sublime beauty of the Taj Mahal- and the love of traditional music and song fills the evening air along Goa s beaches . Food also varies, from the fiery curries of the south to the subtle, creamy textures of Moghul cuisine .
Wherever your Indian odyssey may take you, there will be variety every step of the way .
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