Tourism module – 3 Cultural Attractions of India

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TOURISM
MODULE – 3
Cultural Attractions of India
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Cultural and Heritage
Aspects of Tourism
in India
Notes
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CULTURAL ATTRACTIONS OF
INDIA
Attractions of Indian Culture refer to the way of life of the people. It can be
their language, religion, dance, music, architecture, food, and customs. Since
India is a large country with a huge population, the culture differs from place
to place. India is also home to many religions and has many festivals to celebrate.
In any given month of the year there is bound to be a religious festival. It might
be Baisakhi, Holi, Eid, Mahavir Jayanti, Buddha Purnima, Guru Purab,
Dussehra, Diwali, or Christmas. Festivals are an important part of the culture
of our country. These festivals are characterized by colour, gaiety, enthusiasm,
prayers and rituals. Foreign tourists are often struck by the scale and multiplicity
of Indian Fairs and Festivals that have evolved in the society. Hence Cultural
components form a major part of Tourist attractions in our country.
Foreign tourists visit India or when domestic tourists travel out of their city to
another place, they must make it a point to be a part of these fairs and festivals
that are being celebrated and held in that particular city or place. An interesting
example would be the Dussehra festival which is celebrated in Mysore or in Kullu
in Himachal Pradesh. If they are in Delhi then that ever so popular International
Trade Fair held at Pragati Maidan from 14
th
November to 27
th
November is
a place to be visited. Here you can witness the colours, heritage and products
of the entire country displayed by all the states. Another important fair for them
would be the Surajkund Crafts Mela held at Suraj Kund in Faridabad from 1
st
February to 15
th
February every year. Hence in this lesson we shall read about
some fairs and festivals of India which should be visited by the tourist.
OBJECTIVES
After studying this lesson, you will be able to:
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describe the different cultural aspects of India;

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