Jan
9th

Namdapha National Park

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Namdapha National Park in India is now a protected area, having been declared in 1983 Namdapha National Park under Wildlife (Protection) Act. The same year, it was also declared as a Tiger Reserve under project tiger. With a total area of 1,985-sq-kms, this is the largest national park in the Northeast and one of the larger protected areas in the country.

About 150 species of trees have been identified which Readmore


Jan
8th

More to see in the Agra area

Author: admin | Files under New India

A short drive from Agra you come upon the city of Fatehpur Sikri, which served as the capital of the Mughal empire between 1570 and 1586. But as quickly as it had been built, it was abandoned. A popular tale is attached to the city’s origin, as is often the case in notable cities throughout India.

According to the legend, Emperor Akbar did not have a male heir. Not knowing what else to do, he made a Readmore


Jan
7th

Cultural Practices of India

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When visiting any country, it helps to understand the basic customs of the culture. The basic rites associated with birth and marriage are covered here. Understanding these basic attitudes, as well as those regarding death, will foster understanding from visitors to this country.

Central to Hindu society is the joining of two families through arranged marriages. Adolescent girls offer negotiated dowries to the selected Readmore