“You don’t stumble upon your heritage. It’s there, just waiting to be

explored and shared.”

• Robbie Robertson

Oh India! The land of culture,

And heritage which can’t be ignored

Filled with enriching diversity

This country is just waiting to be explored

Jammu & Kashmir, the land of snow valleys

Is the point from where we’ll start

With Persian and Indo-Aryanic designs,

This place is sure to win your heart

Moving on to Taj Mahal,

A wonder of the world

With white marble and Mughal carvings

It’s surely a symbol of love

Next up is New Delhi

Which is a cultural haven

The Amar Jawan Jyoti burns bright in India Gate

Where the deceased soldiers have their names engraven

The Red Fort, Humayun Tomb and Kashmiri Gate,

Each tell a colourful story

About how the royal Mughals in India

lived with fame, shame and glory.

The forts, palaces and caves of Western India

Are filled with such intricate beauty

That if the job is to fascinate you,

They would be sure to fulfil their duty.

The diverse heritage of Eastern India

Is something that is often overlooked

With a calming presence and open designs

In no time, it will have you hooked

Last but definitely not the least

Are the beautiful temples of the South

With holy shrines and air full of spirituality

Divine gestures and Prasad melting in your mouth

The country of diverse culture

Is filled with so many sights to see

The underrated experiences would be

Something to set your soul free.

“Our heritage and ideals, our code and standards - the

things we live by and teach our children - are preserved or

diminished by how freely we exchange ideas and feelings.”

• Walt Disney