Culture of the World II

Gastronomic Culture of the World II

India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh & Sri-Lanka

Emmanuel Valderrama NeutaGastronomy

India

Nepal

Bhutan

Bangladesh

Sri-Lanka

India

Nepal

Bhutan

Bangladesh

Sri-Lanka

Sri-Lanka

Cultural Practices

Pohela Boishakh "Bengali New Year"

Durga Puja

Eid ul-Fitr "Festival of Breakind the Fast"

Cultural Practices

Sinhala and Tamil New Year

Esala Perahera

Vesak "Buddha Purnima"

Government Information

Bhutan follows a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary democracy, which means that the King of Bhutan is the head of state, and there is a Prime Minister who is the head of government.

Known as "Land of the Thunder Dragon", is a small country located in the eastern Himalayas.Capital: Thimphu.Official Languages: Dzongkha & Englilsh.Religion: Buddhism & the state religion, Vajrayana Buddishm.

General Information

Bangladesh is growing in multiple ways including in its tourism industry mostly because of its natural beauty that surrounds all of the country.

Touristic Attractions

Government Information

India follows a federal parliamentary democratic republic, which means that the President is the head of state, and there is a Prime Minister who is the head of government.

Government Information

Nepal follows a federal democratic republic, which means that the President is the head of state, and there is a Prime Minister who is the head of government.

Located in South Asia, is the 7th largest country in the world.Capital: New Delhi.Official Languages: Hindi & English.Religion: is the birthplace of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism & Sikhism.

General Information

Nepal is known for their topography, which has the tallest mountain, Mount Everest.Capital: Kathmandu.Official Languages: Nepali.Religion Buddhism has a significant presence & Hinduism is the major religion.

General Information

Traditional Food

Momos

Dumplings filled with a mixture of meat or vegetables, often served with a spicy tomato-based sauce.

Dal Bhat

Steamed rice (bhat) served with a lentil soup (dal) and a variety of side dishes like vegetables, pickles, and sometimes meat or fish.

Gundruk

Is a fermented leafy green vegetable, usually mustard greens or spinach.

An island nation located in South Asia, known as Ceylon.Capital: Colombo.Official Languages: Sinhala & Tamil.Religion: Buddhism, Hinduism, Isalam & Christianism.

General Information

India is known for its historical monuments and natural beauty, which are realted to the cultural heritage of their people. Some of the most famoust touristic attractions are:

Touristic Attractions

Traditional Food

Rice and Curry

Staple meal of the country that features variety of curries served with rice.

Kottu Roti

Chopped flatbread (roti) and stir-fryed vegetables, eggs, and a choice of meat or seafood.

Lamprais

Rice and several accompaniments like curries, seeni sambal (sweet onion relish), and a boiled egg, all wrapped in a banana leaf and baked.

Government Information

Sri-Lanka follows a democratic republic, which means that the President is the head of state and head of government,.

Sri Lanka is a beautiful tourist destination due to its beautiful beaches, jungles, and ancient cities. These contain different fortresses, cultures, and scenic scenes which attract visitors from all over the world.

Touristic Attractions

Traditional Food

Biryani

Is a rice dish made with fragrant basmati rice, spices, and protein or vegetables, served with riata.

Hilsa Fish Curry

Fish cooked in a mustard-based curry, creating a tangy and spicy dish.

Pitha

Rice cakes or dumplings made from rice flour. They come in various shapes and flavors, both sweet and savory.

Traditional Food

Ema Datshi

made from chili peppers (ema) and cheese (datshi), typically yak cheese. It's served as a spicy and creamy stew, often accompanied by red rice.

Phaksha Paa

Pork dish made with chunks of pork belly stir-fried with radishes, chili peppers, and other spices.

Suja

Or Butter tea, made with tea leaves, butter, and salt.

Nepal is widely known for being a popular destination for trekking around the beautiful mountain and city views. These routes spread around the Himalayas including the Everest Base Camp. Nepal is also known for its wide and historic culture as seen in Katmandu.

Touristic Attractions

Traditional Food

Biryani

Is a rice dish made with fragrant basmati rice, spices, and protein or vegetables.

Samosa

Deep-fried pastry filled with a mixture of spiced potatoes, peas, and sometimes minced meat, usually served with chutney.

Paneer Tikka

Indian cottage cheese, or paneer, skewered and grilled or baked. It's typically served with mint chutney.

Cultural Practices

Paro Tsechu

Punakha Drubchen

Losar "Bhutanese New Year"

Government Information

Bangladesh follows a parliamentary democracy, which means that the King f Bhutan is the head of state, and there is a Prime Minister who is the head of government.

Cultural Practices

Dashain "Vijaya Dashami"

Tihar "Deepawali"

Indra Jatra

Located in the Bay of Bengal in South Asia.Capital: Dhaka.Official Languages: Bengali or Bangla.Religion: Islam (Sunni Muslims), Buddhism, Hinduism & Christianism.

General Information

Sri Lanka is a beautiful tourist destination due to its beautiful beaches, jungles, and ancient cities. These contain different fortresses, cultures, and scenic scenes which attract visitors from all over the world.

Touristic Attractions

Government Information

Sri-Lanka follows a democratic republic, which means that the President is the head of state and head of government,.

To preserve the countries natural resources and beauty Bhutan has a controlled tourism policy which requires tourists to pay a daily fee that pays for accommodation, food, and guidance. Bhutan attracts tourists due to its beautiful landscapes, architecture, and biodiversity.

Touristic Attractions

An island nation located in South Asia, known as Ceylon.Capital: Colombo.Official Languages: Sinhala & Tamil.Religion: Buddhism, Hinduism, Isalam & Christianism.

General Information

Cultural Practices

Sinhala and Tamil New Year

Esala Perahera

Vesak "Buddha Purnima"

Cultural Practices

Diwali "Festival of Lights"

Holi "Festival of Colors"

Navaratri and Durga Puja