India: The Eternal Magic Sen, Antara Dev

India, the land of magic and mystery, lavished by nature's splendour, has remained, to most, the country of one's dreams. It is also a country of contrasts -- modern, innovative and rapidly changing on one side, and traditional, conservative and culture-conscious on the other. There is truth in both these views of India: a symbiosis of tradition and modernity. The true charm of the country runs beyond the wonder of ancient traditions, the beauty of blue seas, golden sunshine, or silvered mountains and lush green grass. It lies in the careful balancing of its heritage with the ever-changing reality of the present. Out of the interplay of conflicting cultures and beliefs, India, incredibly resilient, has etched out an identity for herself that is both unique and engaging.