https://padlet.com/caseyhunter/d5qq3evwnbak6uy3 Hunter C Evan B en-us 2022-04-26 12:51:19 UTC 2025-12-04 03:05:10 UTC hello@padlet.com caseyhunter https://padlet.com/caseyhunter/d5qq3evwnbak6uy3/wish/2158452774 India is a peninsula located in southern Asia. It can be divided into three areas: the Himalayan Mountains, Plains, and a plateau called the Deccan, which covers most of India.
India has a tropical climate, where the cool weather only lasts from December to March. The monsoon season lasts from June to the end of September.]]> 2022-04-26 12:55:01 UTC https://padlet.com/caseyhunter/d5qq3evwnbak6uy3/wish/2158452774 caseyhunter https://padlet.com/caseyhunter/d5qq3evwnbak6uy3/wish/2158474844 Indian cuisine is known for being very healthy and vegetarian and rarely includes meat(if so, in small amounts). The diet centers on grains, vegetables, and legumes, and is high in fiber. Indian cuisine also includes a variety of spices, some of which can offer health benefits. Some notable foods from India include curry, which is made with a mixture of spices called "masala". Clarified butter, also known as "ghee", is the preferred cooking fat. Chapati is a common flatbread consumed in the Indian diet. A popular cooking method used to make many dishes is known as "Tandoori", which involves cooking food in an oven called a tandoor. The most common foods made with this method are chicken, lamb skewers and a type of bread called naan. Another technique is called "korma", where foods are braised, usually in yogurt.]]> 2022-04-26 13:07:43 UTC https://padlet.com/caseyhunter/d5qq3evwnbak6uy3/wish/2158474844 caseyhunter https://padlet.com/caseyhunter/d5qq3evwnbak6uy3/wish/2158475480 The country of India belongs to many races of people, who speak over 700 different languages and dialects. Religion plays a large role in Indian culture, with the vast majority of the population either being Hindu or Muslim. The caste system, which evolved from Hinduism, divides people into groups that are based mostly on occupation and/or wealth. For example, priests in India would have a much higher level on the caste system than unskilled workers. Religion also heavily influences the celebration of Holidays in India. There are three popular festivals that honor Hindu gods in India. The Pongal Harvest Festival, which honors Surya, the sun god, is a time of thanksgiving in which Hindu families offer a special rice pudding to Surya before eating it themselves. Janmashtami celebrates the birthday of one of the most popular Hindu gods, Krishna. To celebrate, people go to the statue of Krishna and clean it. The Ganesha Festival celebrates the elephant-headed god Ganesha, in which Hindu families offer candy and fruits to statues of Ganesha and ask for guidance.]]> 2022-04-26 13:08:07 UTC https://padlet.com/caseyhunter/d5qq3evwnbak6uy3/wish/2158475480 baumasterkleimeyerevan https://padlet.com/caseyhunter/d5qq3evwnbak6uy3/wish/2158490404 There are many distinct landmarks in India including ancient temples, palaces, forts, monuments, cities, etc. The most well known landmark is the Taj Mahal, located in the city of Agra and attracting 8 million visitors per year. Other famous landmarks include the Lotus Temple, the Hawa Mahal, the Qutub Minar, and the India Gate.]]> 2022-04-26 13:16:07 UTC https://padlet.com/caseyhunter/d5qq3evwnbak6uy3/wish/2158490404 baumasterkleimeyerevan https://padlet.com/caseyhunter/d5qq3evwnbak6uy3/wish/2164245357 There are many different types of restaurants within India, as well as multiple different differences between culture. One main difference in etiquette is that in India, it is common to only use your right hand to eat. A lot of their food choices are also based on the climate and season. Restaurants will serve mangoes and greens during the summer, pumpkin during the monsoon months, and root vegetables during the winter. Not a single restaurant in India serves beef, not even the major western fast food chains such as McDonalds and Dominoes.]]> 2022-04-29 12:56:49 UTC https://padlet.com/caseyhunter/d5qq3evwnbak6uy3/wish/2164245357 baumasterkleimeyerevan https://padlet.com/caseyhunter/d5qq3evwnbak6uy3/wish/2164273260 Music is everywhere in India. It is a huge part of their culture and customs, and is very distinct from other types of music. Majority of people can recognize it when it is played. Majority of Indian music genres are so different that they are labeled as 'Indian'. Another top genre is called Bhangra. India is also known for their multiple music festivals, including the most popular Holi Festival.]]> 2022-04-29 13:14:57 UTC https://padlet.com/caseyhunter/d5qq3evwnbak6uy3/wish/2164273260