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India, officially the Republic of India, is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by land area, the second-most populous country, and the most populous democracy in the world. Bounded by the Indian Ocean on the south, the Arabian Sea on the southwest, and the Bay of Bengal on the southeast, it shares land borders with Pakistan to the west; China, Nepal, and Bhutan to the north; and Bangladesh and Myanmar to the east.

India - Quick Facts

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Languages

Hindi

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Continent

Asia

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Population

1,393.41 million

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Capital City

New Delhi

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Best Time to Visit

October to March

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Drinkable Tap Water

No

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Religion

Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Jainism

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Plug Type

Type C, Type D, Type M

Safety

Overall Safety

6.1/10

Solo Female Travel

5.0/10

LGBTQ Safety

4.0/10

Travel Advisory

Level 2 - Exercise increased caution

India is moderately safe to visit, but travelers need to stay vigilant, especially in public places, follow the law, respect cultural norms and avoid regions with increased risk.

Remember to get your travel insurance! Our recommended insurer is SafetyWing

Budget

Currency

โ‚น - Indian Rupee

Cost of Living

$$$$$

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