New Delhi: National Tourism Day is observed in India on January 25 every year, on the eve of India’s Republic Day. The day highlights its importance for the country’s economy. India has a rich history and is a land of culture and diversity. In every part of the country, one can find a story that defines history and speaks about history.
The monuments tell fascinating facts and also provide spectacular beauty. Millions of tourists visit India every year. As we observe National Tourism Day today, let us look at some interesting facts about the Indian tourism sector.
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Incredible facts about Indian Tourism
- The Ministry of Tourism creates policies to develop and promote tourism in India. It works with various stakeholders, including government agencies, state governments, and private sector representatives. The Ministry promotes specialised tourism products like rural, cruise, medical, and eco-tourism. The Incredible India campaign is one of its major efforts to boost tourism.
- Tourism in India creates millions of jobs and is expected to grow each year. It is expected to become the third fastest-growing tourism destination over the next decade.
- The country has 43 UNESCO heritage sites. The most recent addition to the World Heritage Site list is Moidams – the burial system of the Ahom Dynasty.
- Sikkim, a state in the Himalayas, is recognised as the most organic state in India. Over 45 per cent of its area is under forest cover. The state has also banned single-use plastic, including packaged drinking water bottles.
- India is home to the world’s highest rail bridge, the Chenab Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir. At 1,315 meters long, it is 35 metres higher than the Eiffel Tower.
- North Sentinel Island is one of the most untouched places globally. The isolated Sentinelese people inhabit it.
- Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra Fort is considered the oldest dated fort in India. Built around 3,500 years ago, it has withstood 52 attacks and now stands in ruins near Kangra.
- The Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It reflects architectural styles from Persia, Islam, Turkey, and India.
- India’s only live volcano is in the Barren Islands of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It became active in 1991 and has been erupting since.
- The Kumbh Mela is the largest peaceful gathering in the world.
- India has the largest tiger population globally, with over 3,000 tigers as per 2023 records.
- The Indian Railways has the largest train network in Asia. Every day, millions of people travel on more than 10,000 trains from 7,000 stations, nearly as many riders as the entire population of Australia.
- India’s diverse landscape offers various holiday activities, with wildlife tourism being popular. The country has over 550 wildlife sanctuaries, and Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan is the largest.
- While India can be busy and chaotic, places like Mawlynnong in Meghalaya stand out. It is known as Asia’s cleanest village and is a picturesque location in northeast India.
Quick Facts
- Chail Cricket Ground, built in 1893, is the highest cricket ground in the world at 8,000 feet above sea level.
- India has the most post offices in the world, including a unique floating post office on Dal Lake in Jammu and Kashmir.
- India is the second-largest producer of tea after China. The country produces about 1.25 million tonnes of tea each year, mainly grown in Darjeeling, Nilgiri, and Assam.
- Gorakhpur Junction in Uttar Pradesh has the second-longest railway station platform in the world. It measures 1,355.40 metres long.
India’s National Tourism Day celebrates the nation’s rich cultural heritage and booming tourism sector. This article highlights key facts, from the largest gathering at Maha Kumbh to the incredible Taj Mahal to the world’s highest rail bridge and Asia’s cleanest village. Learn about India’s significant contributions to tourism, its economic impact, and the diverse experiences it offers travellers. knowledge Knowledge News, Photos and Videos on General Knowledge
