Living in India

India lies in South Asia between the Himalayas and the Indian Ocean, with around 1.35 billion people living there. The country stretches from high, snow-covered mountains in the north across fertile plains to dry landscapes in the west and tropical coasts in the south. The monsoon shapes many regions, while the climate and seasons vary greatly depending on the part of the country. In cities, many people live in apartments and travel by train, bus, rickshaw, or motorcycle; in rural areas, houses, roads, and transport often have a different character. People work, among other fields, in agriculture, industry, trade, and services. Family life, local markets, religious festivals, and sports are part of everyday life in many places, which varies considerably between metropolises, small towns, and villages.