Namaste! Welcome to the great country of India and the vast, fabulous Indian subcontinent!
Whether you have ever visited India or not, chances are that you’re aware of one fact: India is one of the most fascinating places in the world in every sense of the word. It has a vast territory and rich history, diverse cultures and populations, a culture as great, as vast, and as diverse as the Indian subcontinent itself, and one of the most ancient religions in human history.

On this site, you can learn about some of the important aspects of the ancient history of India, as well as the development of modern India (although, given such a long and complex history, the descriptions are not exhaustive–they merely give you a glimpse from which you can research further), exploring issues such as the traditional Indian caste system and the role of British colonialism in India’s recent development.

You can also learn about Indian culture, although this term must be employed with caution: given the sheer size of India, it was inevitable that many cultures and subcultures would emerge, forming a very heterogeneous “culture of India.”
If you’re interested in Indian cuisine, traditional Indian foods, Indian spices, and the like, you will find the basics here, including regional differences between, for instance, East Indian and West Indian cuisine, some of the more well-known Indian dishes, etc.

And if you are looking for a vacation that is also a very personally enriching experience, you should definitely consider visiting India! Check out the “Visit India” tab above to find out more information about famous places in India, major Indian cities, and what to visit in India if you want to travel there.