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Any discussion about art, culture and traditions is incomplete without the mention of India. This country is the birthplace of one of the richest cultures of the world. The Indian culture has always amazed all other countries and has mesmerized the people across different beliefs and origins. This culture is rooted firmly in the psyche of the Indians and governs the way of life for most people living in the country. The culture of India covers a vast spectrum of features ranging from the close family structure, religion, language, art, history and several other factors.

Cultural Ties

The culture of India is a unique and exquisite blend of various cultures and traditions. Though the nation is regarded largely as the one, which is dominated by the Hindu culture, it is one of the major bastions for civilizations like Islam, Christianity, Jainism, Buddhism and Sikhism. This has resulted in the existence of myriad values and customs that have their roots in respective religion. People celebrate every religious festival with great enthusiasm, splendor and gaiety. India has the unique distinction of celebrating the maximum number of festivals in a calendar year. Apart from the festivals, another crucial aspect about Indian culture is the family system.

Unlike the western culture, the Indian culture has family-bound traditions and customs. Indians regard the family as an institution or a link, which continues for the rest of their lives. India has a patriarchal system, wherein the father is the head of the family and has the ultimate authority to take decisions for the family. The Indians are known for their hospitable nature the world over. Every household in India regards a guest as a form of god and treats him with suitable respect and promptness.

Cultural Charisma

The other features of culture of India that attract millions of tourists every year include Indian classical music and dance, art and architecture and even cuisines. Indian classical music and dance find mention even in the ancient religious texts and have till today treasured and developed by the people in the country. India consists of innumerable religious and historic monuments that reflect the strong influence of the several rulers that ruled the country for ages. The country has monuments that replicate the Hindu style, Mughal pattern, Victorian influence due to the British rule and several other modes.

The culture of India encompasses all these and much more. Every cultural aspect of India has a history and saga of its own, which can capture the imagination of every individual.

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