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The land of cultural diversity, India offers incredible and rewarding travel experiences for the travellers that can be cherished for ages. However, how enthralling as it can be, it can provide a cultural shock to the people living in Toronto, Canada. There is a whole lot of things, you need to know before you travel to India, but where to start from?  This guide will help you to know about the different experiences in India. So before taking a flight to India from Toronto(YYZ) Pearson International Airport, read this article!

Being a Torontonian, you need to know the following things before visiting India:

About Indian hospitality

Indians believe in the saying “Athithi Devo Bhava”, which means “the guest is God”. That is why they consider it a huge honour to have guests in their home and go the extra mile to please them. The warm welcome you’ll receive will definitely melt your heart away.  To experience Indian hospitality, you can plan your stay at a home-stay in India.

About Spirituality

Being rich in holy places, traditions and rituals, India is the best destination if you are looking for a spiritual retreat.  Varanasi, Rishikesh, Haridwar, Bodhgaya are some of the best religious places in India that will take your spiritual experience to the next level. You can even take part in the evening Aarti along the Ganges river to rejuvenate your soul.  Be it admiring the erotic carvings of Khajuraho temple in Madhya Pradesh or adorning the Meenakshi Sundreshwar Temple in Tamil Nadu, each temple reveals something about the country’s soul. You can even pay a visit to the divine Golden Temple and experience tranquillity.

About Delectable food

India is known for its scrumptious cuisines, relished by tourists from across the world. It is really worth it to try different cuisines such as Chole Bhature, Pav Bhaji, Dosa, Uttapam, Idli, Biryani etc. These popular food items can enliven your taste buds. No matter, the food is delicious but it can be a little spicy. If you cannot have spicy food, make it clear beforehand so that it doesn’t affect your health.

About Souvenirs

From beautiful intricate handicrafts, Madhubani paintings to puppets (Kathputli), India is a land where art thrives. If you are planning to visit India, do not forget to visit the vibrant shopping bazaars, and markets.  Buddhist tokens from Dharamsala and Ladakh are something which you can take back home.  To get a glimpse of the Indian culture, you can purchase Kanjeevaram silk sarees from Tamil Nadu. Since Darjeeling is known for its tea plantations, you can also purchase some freshly prepared tea leaves.

About the festivals

With the rich cultural diversity that India beholds, there is no dearth of festivals in the country. Every region has its own way of celebration. For example, in Kerala, a 10-day festival, Onam is celebrated with full vigour and enthusiasm. Diwali is the biggest festival in India that is celebrated in every corner with zeal and fervour.  Holi, Durga Puja, Baisakhi etc. are some other important festivals of India.

Before taking a flight from Toronto (YYZ) to India, become well-prepared and gain knowledge of the diverse country so that you can have a seamless experience exploring the country.