Capital
New Delhi
New Delhi is the capital of India and is home to government buildings, busy streets, markets, and important landmarks.
Capital
South Asia
🇮🇳 India
भारत
India is one of the largest and most diverse countries in the world. It is known for its rich history, many languages, religions, and a wide variety of landscapes from the Himalayas to tropical coasts.
Population
1.4+ billion
Capital
New Delhi
Languages
Hindi, English, Bengali, Telugu, Marathi, Tamil, Urdu, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Punjabi
Currency
Indian Rupee
Country Overview
A closer look at India
India is part of the South Asia region and has its own landscapes, traditions, history, and identity. This page is a starting point for exploring important places, key events, cultural life, and interesting facts connected to the country.
HistoryCulturePlacesFoodWildlife
Fact File
Learn about India
Explore the capital city, food, wildlife, and culture through images and short fact-file summaries.
Food
Dal
Dal is a popular dish made from lentils and spices. It is eaten across India and is a common part of everyday meals.
Food
Wildlife
Bengal Tiger
The Bengal tiger is one of India’s most famous animals and is known for its power, striped coat, and importance in wildlife conservation.
Wildlife
Culture
Diwali Festival Lights
Diwali is a well-known festival of lights. People celebrate with lamps, decorations, family gatherings, and special food.
Culture
Places to Explore
Discover places in India
From famous landmarks to landscapes and historic cities, these places help tell the story of India.
Country and Places
Exploring India
Every country has places that help us understand its story. Some are natural landscapes, some are religious or historic sites, and others are famous landmarks that people recognise around the world.
These images give a glimpse into the geography, culture, and history of India, helping students connect what they see with what they learn.
Look closely:
- • What do these places tell you about the landscape?
- • Which places look historic, religious, or modern?
- • Which place would you most like to visit, and why?
🏙️ City
Jaipur
Jaipur is known as the Pink City and is famous for its palaces, forts, and colourful buildings.
🌄 Landscape
Kerala Backwaters
The Kerala backwaters are a network of lagoons and waterways surrounded by tropical scenery and village life.
🕉️ Sacred City
Varanasi
Varanasi is one of the oldest cities in the world and is an important place of religion and culture.
🏛️ Historic Landmark
Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal is one of India’s most famous landmarks, built from white marble and known around the world.
Did You Know?
Interesting Facts
Things We’ve Learned
India has one of the largest populations in the world.
Hundreds of languages are spoken across the country.
The Himalayas are located in the north.
India has a wide range of foods, traditions, and festivals.