Strengthening ties between the 2 Asian Giants - India & China
Relations between China and India date back to ancient times. China and India are two of the world’s oldest civilizations and have coexisted in peace for millennia. Trade relations via the Silk Road acted as economic contact between the two regions. China and India both have close economic and military ties.
Both countries have in recent years successfully attempted to reignite diplomatic and economic ties, and consequently, the two countries' relations have become closer.Places To Visit
India
Taj MahalTaj Mahal is one of the most recognizable structures. It was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
- Location - Agra, U.P
- Created By - Shah Jahan
- Significance - Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal
- Acknowledgement - One of 7 Wonders of the World
China
Great WallThe Great Wall is a series of stone and earthen fortifications in northern China.
- Location - Stretches from Shanhaiguan in the east, to Lop Nur in the west
- Created By - Qin & Ming Dynasty
- Significance - Built originally to protect the northern borders of the Chinese Empire
- Acknowledgement - One of 7 Wonders of the World
Vastu Shastra
Vastu Shastra is a traditional Hindu system of design based on directional alignments. The foundation of Vastu is traditionally ascribed to the mythical sage Mamuni Mayan.
- According to vastu sastra, the world comprises five basic elements known as the pancha maha bhoota.
- There is an invisible and constant relation between all the five elements. Thus, the person can improve their conditions by properly designing their buildings by understanding the effectiveness of these five natural forces.
- Vaastu sastra combines all the five elements of nature and balances them with the person and the material.
Feng Shui
Feng shui is an ancient Chinese system of aesthetics believed to use the laws of both Heaven (astronomy) and Earth (geography) to help one improve life by receiving positive energy flow.
- The ancient Chinese described it as "life-force". They believed energy permeated everything and linked the their surroundings together. They linked it to the flow of energy around and through the body, forming a cohesive and functioning unit. By understanding its rhythm and flow they believed they could guide exercises and treatments to provide stability and longevity.
- Although the concept of energy flow has been important within many Chinese philosophies, over the centuries the descriptions of energy flow have varied and have sometimes been in conflict.
Politics
The increasing importance of China and India suggest an emerging 'multi-polar' great-power balances.
- By cooperating on regional and international affairs, the two countries will better safeguard each of their interests and those of the developing world at large.
- As two important regional powers, China and India share common interests in sustaining regional development and stability and the two nations also have common ground in tackling global challenges including climate change and energy security.
Business
India China trade relations are the most important part of bilateral relations between India and China.
- From a temporary decline in the the influx of Chinese imports in the Indian markets, the scenario seems to have changed - India is enjoying a positive balance of trade with China. The India China trade relations are regulated by the India China JBC, which ensures a free exchange of products and services between the two nations.
- The principal items of Indian exports to China are ores, slag and ash, iron and steel, plastics, organic chemicals, and cotton.
Religion
India is the birth place of four of the world's major religious traditions. Religion in China has been characterized by pluralism since the beginning of Chinese history.
- Throughout its history, religion has been an important part of India's culture. Religious diversity and religious tolerance are both established in the country by law and custom. A vast majority of Indians associate themselves with a religion.
- The Chinese religions are family-oriented and do not demand the exclusive adherence of members. Some scholars doubt the use of the term "religion" in reference to Buddhism and Taoism, and suggest "cultural practices" or "thought systems" as more appropriate names.