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Indian Culture: Diverse yet unified
Overview
Culture of India is so colourful and diverse that it is almost impossible to cover all its aspects. Indian culture is as old as its civilization, and most of the traditions and art traces their origin to thousands of years back. Diversity in topography is one of the main reason for different cultural aspects of India. Some of the main factors of Indian society are discussed below. We always welcome your queries and suggestion on information about Indian culture.
Art & Architecture in India
Architectural remains in India dates back to more than 5000 years. Temples are the main examples of different styles of Indian architecture, other monuments are forts, palaces, mosques, tombs, cenotaphs, havelis etc. Nagar (North Indian) and Dravidian (south Indian) are two main styles of temple architecture in India. These temples can be seen in almost every part of the country.
Music & Dances of India
Like architecture temples were the main centers of music and dance in India. Most of the classical dances in India are expression of devotion to respective gods. All regions in India have different dance forms, some of the most popular are Bharatnatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Orissi, Manipuri, Kathakali. Like dances music in India is rich cultural heritage, spread over every part of the country.
Fairs & Festivals in India
It is not an exaggeration to call India a land of festivals. The hindu religion, with its diverse beliefs and faiths contribute maximum number of festivals and rituals. Diwali, Holi, Rakshabandhan (Rakhi), are major festivals celebrated in every part, besides these number of regional fairs and festival. Id (Eid) is major festival of muslims. Baisakhi is celebrated by Sikhs. Goa carnival and Pushkar fair are popular worldwide.
Clothing and Costumes in India
India specially north western part is very popular for colourful clothings. Attire of the people determine the caste to which they belong. In Rajasthan there are different turbans and dresses for different sections of the society. Also the colors of turban changes with the occasion like marriages,general gatherings, condolences etc. Read our complete section on colourful clothings in India.
Tribal Culture in India
Parallel to the new age modern society, there are core tribal areas, where glimpses of primitive life can be seen intact. In almost every part of the country there are number of these areas. Culture and tradition of these tribal people, attracts large number of tourists from across the world. For more information on Tribal culture and a their location please read our full article.
Languages
There is a saying in India that the language changes with every interval of 100 km. There are more than 20 major languages and innumerable dialects. The language of the Majority and National language is Hindi which is common platform for interaction between people of different regions. Sanskrit is the oldest language and was mainly used by upper class people during ancient times. It is also believed that almost all main languages in India originated from Sanskrit.
Culture of India is so colourful and diverse that it is almost impossible to cover all its aspects. Indian culture is as old as its civilization, and most of the traditions and art traces their origin to thousands of years back. Diversity in topography is one of the main reason for different cultural aspects of India. Some of the main factors of Indian society are discussed below. We always welcome your queries and suggestion on information about Indian culture.Art & Architecture in IndiaArchitectural remains in India dates back to more than 5000 years. Temples are the main examples of different styles of Indian architecture, other monuments are forts, palaces, mosques, tombs, cenotaphs, havelis etc. Nagar (North Indian) and Dravidian (south Indian) are two main styles of temple architecture in India. These temples can be seen in almost every part of the country.
Music & Dances of IndiaLike architecture temples were the main centers of music and dance in India. Most of the classical dances in India are expression of devotion to respective gods. All regions in India have different dance forms, some of the most popular are Bharatnatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Orissi, Manipuri, Kathakali. Like dances music in India is rich cultural heritage, spread over every part of the country.
Fairs & Festivals in IndiaIt is not an exaggeration to call India a land of festivals. The hindu religion, with its diverse beliefs and faiths contribute maximum number of festivals and rituals. Diwali, Holi, Rakshabandhan (Rakhi), are major festivals celebrated in every part, besides these number of regional fairs and festival. Id (Eid) is major festival of muslims. Baisakhi is celebrated by Sikhs. Goa carnival and Pushkar fair are popular worldwide.
Clothing and Costumes in IndiaIndia specially north western part is very popular for colourful clothings. Attire of the people determine the caste to which they belong. In Rajasthan there are different turbans and dresses for different sections of the society. Also the colors of turban changes with the occasion like marriages,general gatherings, condolences etc. Read our complete section on colourful clothings in India.
Tribal Culture in IndiaParallel to the new age modern society, there are core tribal areas, where glimpses of primitive life can be seen intact. In almost every part of the country there are number of these areas. Culture and tradition of these tribal people, attracts large number of tourists from across the world. For more information on Tribal culture and a their location please read our full article.
LanguagesThere is a saying in India that the language changes with every interval of 100 km. There are more than 20 major languages and innumerable dialects. The language of the Majority and National language is Hindi which is common platform for interaction between people of different regions. Sanskrit is the oldest language and was mainly used by upper class people during ancient times. It is also believed that almost all main languages in India originated from Sanskrit.