India is a large, diverse country with many attractions for tourists. It has a population of over 1.27 billion people and is situated in South Asia, with Hindi and English as the official languages. India welcomed over 6.77 lakh foreign tourists in recent years, generating Rs. 8502 crore in foreign exchange earnings. The tourism industry employs 39.3 million people. Major attractions include the Himalayas, beaches, hill stations, rivers and lakes, historic monuments, deserts, pilgrimage sites featuring many temples and shrines, and opportunities to see diverse wildlife and cultural experiences across its regions. The document then provides an overview of the main tourist attractions and features in North, South, East, West