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India is one of the most colourful, vibrant and lively countries on Earth. With the world\u2019s second largest population and an incredibly diverse landscape, India is full of surprises and magnificent sights. There are just so many reasons why you would want to book a holiday to India<\/a>. Perhaps it\u2019s the delicious food, the amazing wildlife or it could be one of the facts about India that we have included on our infographic. Take a look at some fascinating statistics about people and places, sports and religion, food and politics and much more.<\/p>\n

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Ready to discover India for yourself? Book an India holiday with the UK\u2019s leading Asia Experts, Wendy Wu Tours. Our fully inclusive tours offer an unforgettable holiday!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

For the lowdown on when to go, explore our Best time to visit India<\/a> pages<\/strong><\/p>\n

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