The document provides information on India's history, famous people, wildlife, food, and landmarks. It discusses how India's history is at a crossroads of cultures from China to Europe. It introduces Manmohan Singh as the current Prime Minister of India and Aishwarya Rai as a famous Bollywood actress. Tigers are described as the main wildlife, hunting deer and having a life expectancy of 15-20 years. Indian food uses spices generously and reflects the blending of cultures. Famous landmarks highlighted include the Taj Mahal, Akshardham Temple, and Lotus Temple.

1. Insert ClassTeacher NameIndia !!!By Louise Newberry, Chloe Lindsay, Morven Walkerand Gillian Black

2. History !!!

3. History of IndiaPlaced in the centre of Asia , history in India is a crossroad of cultures from China to Europe, and most significant Asian connection with cultures of Africa.

4. Famous people !!!

5. Manmohan SinghManmohan Singh is the 13th and current Prime Minster of India. He is the only Prime Minister since Jawaharlal Nehru to return to power after completing a full five-year term. He is the first Sikh to hold the office.He is from a poor farming background - his father owned a shop selling dry fruits, and the first time he ever wore a tie was for his first job interview. Manmohan Singh was so determined to get an education he would study at night under streetlights.

6. AishwaryaRaiFamous PeopleAishwaryaRai : The Queen of BollywoodBorn on 1st November 1973 in Mangalore, Aishwarya was an architecture student before she entered modelling as her part time job. She was best known for her Pepsi commercial. she was already approached by big names in India's film industry to star in films. She rejected the film offers since she aimed to be an architect. AishwaryaRai's career took off as soon as she became 1994 MISS WORLD. Julia Roberts calls her "the world's most beautiful woman".

7. Wild life !!!

8. Asian African Elephants Wild life of India !!!!

12. Wild life of India!!!Tigers are well known for their immense strength and power. They are known to bring down animals weighing almost ten times their own weight and then dragging them away to shelter. A tiger itself weighs between 130 - 180kgs. A majority of this consists of muscle mass as the skeleton itself is relatively small and fragile. Tigers grow to an average height of 90cms. Their main prey species are herbivores, the favourites being spotted deer. They eat an average of 5 kgs in a sitting and can eat up to 25 kgs in a day. A kill can feed a tiger for 2 - 4 days. Tigers mostly do not try and make another kill immediately after finishing with the previous one. They usually give a 2-3 break before setting out on the next hunt. They have a life expectancy ranging from 15 - 20 years.

13. Food !!!

14. Food!!!!!Foods of India are better known for its spiciness. Throughout India, spices are used generously in food. But you must not forget that every single spice used in Indian dishes carries some or the other nutritional as well as medicinal properties. Indian food is different from rest of the world not only in taste but also in cooking methods. It reflects a perfect blend of various cultures and ages. Just like Indian culture, food in India has also been influenced by various civilizations,

15. Landmarks!!!

16. Taj Mahal is regarded as one of the eight wonders of the world, and some Western historians have noted that its architectural beauty has never been surpassed. The Taj is the most beautiful monument built by the Mughals, the Muslim rulers of India. Taj Mahal is built entirely of white marble. Taj Mahal was built by a Muslim, Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his dear wife and queen Mumtaz Mahal. Taj Mahal was built in 22 years (1631-1653).Tajmahal!

17. An amount of 2 billions was spent on the building that took around 2 years to complete. This was built in November 2005. The one who built the Akshardham temple is named Swaminarayah Sanstha. Recognised as the LargestHindu Temple Complex in the World Guinness book of Records Akshardham temple!

18. Lotus Temple is one of the remarkable architectures of Bahai faith. It is located at Kalkaji in New Delhi. The temple looks like a lotus flower and is made of marble, cement, dolomite and sand. The temple has no restrictions for visitors and is open to people from all religions. It was designed by Iranian architect Fariburz Sahba. It has been called India's Taj Mahal of the 20th Century. Lotus temple !

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