| To know why India has a rich culture, you need to | | | | civilization has been so named after its place of origin |
| embark on cultural tours in India. A tour to India will give | | | | which was called Indus River Valley. This civilization |
| you an opportunity to learn about its history, languages, | | | | has been given much respect and admiration for its |
| religion, arts and crafts, performing arts and cuisine, | | | | contributions to the movements, ideas and philosophies |
| which play key role in forming its culture and traditions. | | | | of the nation. The cities where the impact of this |
| 1. History of India | | | | civilization was witnessed to an extensive level include |
| The historical past of India is graced with witnessing | | | | Mohenjadaro and Harappa. Having existed for more |
| one of the oldest civilizations of the world. The origin of | | | | than eight centuries, the people of this civilization were |
| which can be traced back to 5000 years back. This | | | | called the Dravidians. Today, in the far ends of South |
| civilization was named as Indus Valley civilization. The | | | | India, the descendants of this civilization can be found. |