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7 amazing geographical facts about India

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Mountains to ocean

India has a wide range of landscapes, from the Himalayan mountains in the north to the vast Thar Desert in the west, lush Western Ghats, and the coastal plains of the east & west.
 

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Coastline

India boasts a coastline of approximately 7,517 kilometres along the Indian Ocean, featuring beautiful beaches and major ports.
 

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Indus Valley Civilization

One of the world's oldest urban civilizations, the Indus Valley Civilization, flourished around 2500 BCE in the northwestern regions of India and parts of modern-day Pakistan.
 

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Siachen Glacier

Siachen Glacier, located in the northern part, is known as the world's highest battlefield, where Indian and Pakistani troops have been stationed at altitudes exceeding 20,000 ft.
 

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Rivers

India is home to major rivers, including the Ganges, Yamuna, and Brahmaputra, which are not only vital for agriculture & transportation but also hold immense cultural significance.
 

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Flora and fauna

India is recognized as one of the 17 megadiverse countries in the world, with a wide array of flora and fauna.
 

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Time zone

Despite being a vast country, India follows one official time zone (IST), but its vast geographical expanse means that the sun rises and sets at different times across the country.

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