Here are 10 interesting facts about India. It is a beautiful country with a diversity of culture and geography which you will love about India.
Home of a mysterious skeleton lake
Located in the Himalayas at about 16,470 feet, the glacial Lake Roopkund has become famous for the human skeletons found in the lake and surrounding areas. It is believed that the skeletons are the remains of people from the 9th century who perished during a severe hail storm.
A village with no locks and doors may be the safest on Earth
The village of Shani Shingnapur is famous for not having a door or lock on a single house. Beyond that, there has not been a recording of a criminal act for almost 400 years. Its residents sleep soundly as they believe Lord Shani to be the guardian of the town. Many people think that the shared vulnerability has created a neighborly trust between the residents, which has formed protection stronger than a deadbolt or heavy gate.
North Sentinel Island is one of the last “untouched” places on Earth
The Indian government has prohibited anyone from going within three miles of North Sentinel Island, home of the Sentinelese people. In 1991, the anthropologist Madhumala Chattophadhyay had several peaceful encounters with the Sentinelese. But in subsequent years, the people made it very clear (sometimes violently) that they did not want to be disturbed. It is now considered one of the last places untouched by the outside world.
The Kumbh Mela is visible from space
The Kumbh Mela is an important festival and pilgrimage site, and the largest gathering on Earth. While a celebration takes place each year, there is a festival of greater significance at four-year and twelve-year intervals. The number of people attending the festival is so large that the crowd is visible in satellite photos taken from space.
Snakes and Ladders originated in India
Earlier known as Moksha Patamu, the game was initially invented as a moral lesson about karma to be taught to children. It was later commercialized and has become one of the most popular board games in the world.
Mysterious Anti-Gravity Hills In Ladakh, Magnetic Hill
With the anti-gravitational effect, this is the only magnetic hill in India. Landmarked by a yellow notice board that spells out instructions and asks you to place your car on neutral gear right on the spot marked by white paint, this one will leave you in awe as your car will begin to move uphill on its own.
Indian National Kabaddi Team Has Won all World Cups
India is where the game of Kabaddi originated, and the Indian national Kabaddi team makes sure it brings all the 5 World Cup trophies home. The women’s Kabaddi team has also remained undefeated in all the Kabaddi World Cups.
The steel wires in the Bandra Worli Sealink could stretch around the world
Completed in 2010, the incredible Bandra Worli Sealink Bridge required 90,000 tons of cement to build. To hold that all up, enormous steel cables – each with the ability to hold up 900 tons of weight – were put in place along the bridge. If they were laid out end to end, the cables could reach around the circumference of the globe.
World’s Only Floating Post Office in Dal Lake in Srinagar
India does not only have the largest network of postal services in the world, but it has some very unique post offices, including one that floats on the water. The floating post office is located on Dal Lake in Srinagar. Perched on a houseboat, it also includes a philately museum within itself.
Around 70% of the world’s spices come from India
India is by far the largest producer of spices, which are shipped across continents to restaurants and kitchens worldwide. Some of the best-known spices are turmeric, cumin, saffron, and chili powders.
These are some interesting facts about India. Hope this information is informative for you.
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