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Abdullah Nanabawa 802 social studies 9/11/14 The Importance Of Culture There are various diverse cultures in the world. These cultures have different customs that make them more diverse from each other. Cultures are guidelines that guide the people that follow that culture. My culture is Indian. India's food, money, and holidays differ from place to place in the country. India is one of the most diverse countries in the world when it comes to culture and religion. The celebrations of holidays and festivals, whether religious or traditional, has always been an important part of Indian culture. Indians love celebrating their differences and sharing their traditions. There are three national holidays that are celebrated by everyone. The three holidays that are celebrated by everyone are independence day, republic day, and Gandhi's birthday. Throughout India there are dozens of other festivals and celebrations that take place celebrating different religions and cultural occasions. Indian food is different from the rest of the world, not only in the taste but also in the cooking methods. It reflects a perfect mix of many cultures. India's food is influenced by various civilizations, that have all helps there share in Indians overall development. The food in India are known for their spiciness. Mostly every part of India spices are generously used. This is how food is a part of Indian culture. India's currency is called rupee. One rupee consists of a hundred paisa. Exchanging money in India can be a cumbersome process. A tourist may import any amount of money but he/she has to fill in a declaration form on arrival. Money has a large impact on culture because it has its own currency and that makes the Indian culture more diverse. That is why money is one of the most important thing in the Indian culture. Food, money, and holidays all make up the Indian culture. Culture are like mentors, they tell us what to do and what not to