Discover Real Rural India
India, a country which is considered as a land of diverse culture, climates, traditions and also cultural practices. Once Mahatma Gandhi said, “The real India lives in its villages” indicates that- the soul of every Indian’s lives in its villages. Our India finds its roots in the simplicity, richness and the resilience of its villages. The rural India holds the true essence of the country’s vibrant tradition and culture and offers a glimpse into country’s rich tradition. To experience the charm of real rural India and explore rural India, we come-up with this blog to guide you through the best ways to discover real rural India. Let we together embark on a best experience to explore rural tourism in India.
1. By exploring farm stays or rural home stays
Staying at farms or rural home stays is a great way to discover the rural India. Staying with local families provide visitors an immersive experience not only in terms of live-in picturesque surroundings but also visitors can actively participate in farm activities, plucking fresh fruits-vegetables, milking cows, harvesting crops and so on which help the visitors to gain deeper dedication of Indian farmers. Staying with rural families helps in fostering cultural exchanges, customs, traditions and values and shaping rural communities.
2. Experience agriculture and farm life
Agriculture is considered as the life-blood and backbone of rural Indian Economy and experiencing agriculture and farm life is such a rewarding experience for the visitors. Travelers can gain valuable insights into the importance of agriculture in sustaining rural communities, deeper understanding of farm lifestyle and so on and also put their hands of agricultural activities like plowing fields, harvesting crops, sowing seeds and so on.
3. Engage in traditional art and crafts
Rural India is a home to countless skilled artisans who excel in traditional art and crafts and passed down from generations to generations. By visiting artisans and engaging oneself in traditional crafts like pottery making, weaving, handloom and even purchase their hard handmade products will supporting their livelihoods and at the same time helping the visitors to explore the real rural India.
4. Participating in Agritourism
Agritourism can be considered as one of the best way to discover real rural India. Agritourism is the fusion of agriculture and tourism, where visitors are allowed to engage themselves in various agricultural activities, while experiencing the rural life. Agritourism help in making connection with local communities while at the same, travelers can gain knowledge of old-age tradition and real rural life.
5. Participate in local festivals and events
Rural India is known for its vibrant festivals and events. Participate in local festivals and events is another best way to connect with the heart and soul of real rural India. Traveler’s must plan their visit around festivals like – nabanna in West Bengal, Baisakhi in Punjab, Garba in Gujarat, Bihu in Assam, Pongal in Tamil Nadu and so on. By participating in all those local festivals, visitors can immerse themselves in the joyous atmosphere of rural India while gain deeper understanding of their way of life.
6. Seek local cuisine delicacies
Discovering rural India is incomplete without indulging in pleasant local cuisine delicacies prepared using locally sourced ingredients and traditional cooking methods, from dal roti to spicy curries, rural India offers a diverse range of culinary delights. In rural India, local cuisine delicacies from road-side eateries, family-run Dhaba’s or community kitchens, every bite tells a story of tradition and heritage.
Conclusion
Discovering the real rural India is not only about sightseeing but also immersing one selves in a way of life that is rich in simplicity, tradition , authenticity and passing from generations to generations. In these blog we have listed some of the best way to discover real rural India – a journey that will leave you remarkable journey with beauty and diversity of rural India.