Indian Culture

India is known for being one of the most tradition-rich countries in the world. Several components of India's culture such as art, clothes and jewelry are the inspiration for Indian inspired...

If you are of Indian descent and have recently moved to the U.S., or are looking to relocate due to work or schooling at University, then you'll need a place to live. Fortunately, there are...

Saris are important garments in an Indian woman's wardrobe. The sari is the traditional garment for Indian women; it originated in North and South India. There are a few regions that are famous...

Chai tea is a popular Indian spiced drink that is served hot with milk and a bit of sweetener (usually white sugar but sometimes raw sugar or molasses is used instead). Over time, chai tea has...

Perfumes for women in India include traditional natural fragrances as well as synthetic perfumes. They are characterized by subtle fruity, floral and aromatic fragrances. The making of natural...

The Indian government's "Incredible India" tourism campaign and the information technology growth in India have been attracting millions of foreign tourists and business tourists to India. Medical...

India's five-level caste system has been the basis of Indian society for hundreds of years, creating subcultures in which people from the same caste have lived insulated or outcast from those...

India is known for its uniquely styled jewelry. Most Indian women wear jewelry and nose studs as a mark of beauty. The preferred stud is diamond or gold. As nose studs become more popular among...

Nag Champa is a popular Indian scent used most notably in incense, but also in soaps, lotions, perfume oils and candles. It is made from a mixture of exceptionally fragrant, rare (and costly)...

It is a tradition for women of India to wear a nose stud. The nose stud is to make the woman more appealing to the man chosen to be her husband. It is also thought to make childbirth easier if the...

Spices play a very important role in Indian cooking. The Hindi word for spice is "masala," which is also used to describe the combination of spices and herbs. Wet "masala" refers to the mixture of...

The sari (the plural form is saree) is the traditional women's costume in India, Pakistan and Afghanistan. There are some regional variations, but it is always worn loosely on the body and is...

Indian wedding is a great, fun, colorful event for every body involved. It's an occasion of festivities which last from 2 to 5 days. The wedding consists of several small ceremonies which are...

Baskets have been around for centuries in India. They are a part of Indian culture, as they use many kinds of plants, trees, and grass to create the baskets. They are used for multiple purposes...

Indian rugs tend to make the most handmade oriental rugs in the world. They have various characteristics that shows that they were made in India and are highly respected. They are used as area...

The history of Indian painting is nearly as long as the history of the Indian people. The earliest examples of Indian painting are cave paintings, dating as far back as 10,000 B.C. The tradition...

Many of the plants that are seen in North America today are there in part due to the efforts of the Native American Indians. The Indians knew the importance of growing and cultivating many plants...

The Indian lotus flower is the national flower of India, and has many associations with the Hindu gods, religion and literature. Its seeds, leaves, flowers and roots are all edible, and are...

Rich, creamy and totally unlike either harsh Styrofoam cup coffee or fancy French pressed coffee, Southern Indian coffee is one of the most delicious anytime drinks the vast and heterogeneous...

Although I was just a little girl during the heyday of the hippie era, I remember seeing girls wearing these Indian Foot Charms. When I got older I made them for myself and my friends.

This article will discuss ways to have a less expensive vacation to India just at home instead. If you can't do everything then don't. Do the one thing you would like to do the most.

Although commonly identified with the cultures of Malaysia and Indonesia, the sarong is actually an international garment, and can be found in locations from East Africa all the way to Polynesia....

The Indian Army is one of the largest in the world, and the dominant military power in South Asia. It is an increasingly modern and capable force. It is also a major source of employment in India....

The customs of the different people who settled America are what make up the American culture, a little from one culture and a little from another. We have learned much from the Choctaw Indian...

The Narragansett Indians are a Northern Native American people, who once occupied what is now the state of Rhode Island. There were around 10,000 people in their tribe in the 1600's. The...

The Quapaw Indian Tribe was a sophisticated tribe of American Indians who constructed homes on mounds and tilled the land. They were used by the French to fight against the British and other...

There are a few simple steps to follow when you are a non-Hindu, Sikh or Jain guest for the celebration of Diwali. This year Indians will gather around to celebrate all 5 days or maybe just day of...

Our expert tells you a few things to keep in mind while doing Zari work, including specifications and cost, in this free video on Indian embroidery. Learn a unique and beautiful craft!

Now you're ready to complete the outer layer of your Zari work design. Learn a unique and beautiful craft in this free video on Indian embroidery!

It's time to complete your Zari work design. Our expert shows you how in this free video on Indian embroidery. Learn a unique and beautiful craft!

Learn about the threads used in Zari work and how to care for them in this free video on Indian embroidery. Learn a unique and beautiful craft!

Our expert teaches you about edging in this free video on Zari work and Indian embroidery. Learn a unique and beautiful craft!

Our expert shows you how to make a curvy line in this free video on Zari work and Indian embroidery. Learn a unique and beautiful craft!

The art of intricate Zari work and how long it takes is explained in this free video about Indian embroidery. Learn a unique and beautiful craft!

Our expert combines the comparison of copper and silver threading in this free video on Zari work and Indian embroidery. Learn a unique and beautiful craft!

Our expert combines the comparison of copper and silver threading in this free video on Zari work and Indian embroidery. Learn a unique and beautiful craft!

Our expert shows you how to complete the circle of your Zari work design in this free video on Indian embroidery. Learn a unique and beautiful craft!

In this free video, our expert continues their explanation on how to create the center pattern of your Zari work design. Learn a unique and beautiful craft!

In this free video, our expert completes their explanation on how to create the center pattern of your Zari work design. Learn a unique and beautiful craft!

In this free video on Indian embroidery, you'll be shown how to complete the inner pattern of your Zari work design. Learn a unique and beautiful craft!

Our expert combines copper and silver threading in this free video on Zari work and Indian embroidery. Learn a unique and beautiful craft!

The art of Zari work is introduced in this free video on Indian embroidery. Learn a unique and beautiful craft!

Put zinc to paper and create your own Zari work design. Learn a unique and beautiful craft in this free video!

In this free video, you'll be shown how to create the center pattern of your Zari work design. Learn a unique and beautiful craft!

The Indian culture is so beautiful and lavish while a wedding can continue for a whole week. Here are a couple of tips for creating your own Indian inspired wedding!

Crossing a road in India, where traffic is a maelstrom of trucks, buses, motorcycles and, of course, animals, takes skill, knowledge and a certain spiritual calmness that can usher you through the...

The women of India are famed for their exotic beauty. Capture that exotic look for yourself with Indian dance makeup. Indian dance makeup enhances every woman's best feature--her eyes. This look...

Indian cuisine is inspired by a blend of cultures from all over the region, and the dishes and even table manners can vary from area to area. Follow the basic rules of etiquette when you eat...

To answer the question,finding out if your family is part of a recognized tribe can be a challenging task considering documents were destroyed years ago. It is possible but challenging due to...

You're used to hearing your mother admonish you to "use your fork" when eating at the table; you feel guilty about picking up food with you fingers and popping it into your mouth. Nevertheless, if...