The culture of India is one of the oldest in the world.[1] India has managed to preserve its culture and traditions throughout various eras of history and all the while absorbing customs, traditions and ideas from both invaders and immigrants. Many cultural practices, languages, customs and monuments are examples of this co-mingling over centuries.

It is to be noted that in modern India, there is remarkable cultural diversity throughout the country. This cultural melting pot, comprising the various regions of India, namely South, North, and North-East, have their own distinct identities and almost every state has carved out its own cultural niche. In spite of this unique cultural diversity, the whole country is bound as a civilization due to its common history, thereby preserving the national identity.

The Indian culture also has had a considerable influence and flow of ideas from Persian, Arabic, Turkish, and European cultures. The various religions and the multihued traditions of India have had an impact on South East Asia, China and beyond. India was the birth place of many major religious systems such as Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism and Jainism, which have a strong prevalence and influence not only over India, but also the whole world.

India, the land of amazing surprises, is one of the most fascinating tourist destinations in the world. India is known all over the world for its rich, unique and diverse culture and civilization. The regional cultural diversity in language, religion, ethos, customs, traditions, food and even costumes are amazing and unique in themselves. India has preserved its cultural heritage in various forms. Be it its magnificent forts, palaces and havelis; amazing temples, mosques and churches; spicy and delicious cuisine delicacies or innumerous colorful and vibrant festivals, India has it all, making it one of the most favorite cultural destinations in the world.