The thousand-year history of India is the most logical explanation for the abundance of interesting facts about this country, about its culture, life of local people, traditions . It was in this country that the fundamental foundations of many sciences were laid, the development of human civilization without which it is not possible. The most amazing fact is that India is the only state on the planet that has not invaded any other country for 10 thousand years! Even 5 thousand years ago nomadic inhabitants of the jungle created the Harappan civilization in the valley of the Shindu river, which was later named Indom and gave the name to the lands of India.
Invaluable contribution to the development of civilization
It is impossible to overestimate what the Indians did for the development of the planet. Such modern sciences as geometry and algebra began to develop in India. Already in the hundredth century BC, ancient Indian scientists developed the foundations of the decimal system of calculus, which is still used today. They also introduced into science the concept of the weight of a discharge. And the astronomer Bhaskara managed to calculate the period of revolution of the Earth around the Sun. What can I say? Even chess, considered the most intellectual game in the world, is the "development" of the inhabitants of India.
Interesting facts about India do not end there. Here, in the distant 700 BC, the first university in the history of civilization was already operating. At the same time, not only local residents, but also foreigners could study in it. Over 10 thousand people received education at this university, studying about six dozen different disciplines. The history of education included the University of Nalanda, which opened its doors to students in the IV century.
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The fact that it originated in India Ayurveda, considered the first school of medicine in history, is known to many. To study the laws of the structure of the human body, the foundations of its functioning Indians began 2,500 years ago. Yes, and the modern science of navigation was born here. Its foundations were laid by ancient scientists who lived in the Sinda Valley more than six thousand years ago.
The modern miracle
Today, India is the second most populous country in the world. At the same time, it occupies the seventh place on the planet in terms of the area of the territory. But what awaits the tourist who first visited India? First, remember that the movement here is left-sided. But in compliance with the rules of the SDA in the country tight. It is better to focus on the beeps of vehicles and rely only on yourself, not on traffic lights and pedestrian crossings.
Tourists often misunderstand the wiggle of the head of local residents in response to simple questions. The fact is that we have the answer "yes" - this is a nod by the head forward, and in Hindus - a swing of the head to the left and to the right.
Accuracy should be shown in the cafe, as the dishes of the national cuisine are incredibly sharp. Even your requests to reduce the amount of spices are not a guarantee that the mouth will not start a "fire". And do not sit at the table waiting for the menu. In most restaurants, it simply does not exist! You will be offered what the cook prepared today. And keep in mind that from 15.00 to 19.00 almost all institutions are closed. Food in India is inexpensive, and the most expensive fruit is an ordinary apple. Alcohol in the country is not welcome, so in restaurants it can be ordered only "from under the floor."
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You will be surprised, but even in the most prestigious hotels there is no hot water! If you need it, then for an extra fee you will be given a barrel with hot water. There is also no toilet paper in India. Instead, hygienic showers or scoops with water are used. And do not be surprised if at 5 o'clock in the morning you will wake up a loud howl. The fact is that devout Indians begin the first prayer early in the morning, as soon as the doors of the temples open.
Listing the most interesting facts about India, we can not fail to mention male friendship. Do not be surprised by men who walk around the streets holding hands or holding hands. Such manifestations have nothing to do with sexual orientation. Thus, men demonstrate a strong friendship.
Rickshaws, street yogis, children who want to be photographed with tourists, five people on the same shelf on the train, different prices for local and tourists for the same product, an endless number of post offices and the world-famous Temple of Love - this country will surely surprise you !!
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