Sports in India

Effort, determination, commitment and spirit are the main motto of sports. Sports not only maintain our health and keep us physically fit but, also instill good habits in us.

Sports played in India



Hockey is the national sport of India with eight Olympic gold medals in India's name. Cricket has caught up well with Indians eager to watch one day international tournaments and test cricket matches hosted both in India and internationally as well. Other popular sports include football, badminton, baseball and volley ball.

Indians also have a keen interest in indigenously played games such as kho kho, kabaddi and martial arts . Know more about sports in India.

Adventure Sports in India



Here are some of the adventure sports in India.

  • Angling: Angling is a fishing activity. It is a method of fishing by means of a hook, which is attached to a fishing rod. The fastest flowing water streams of the Himalayas are regarded as the best place for such fishing activity. It is challenging, at the same time a thrilling experience.

  • Bungee Jumping: It is an adventurous sport that involves jumping from a certain height which may range from 120 to 700 feet. Risk factor is certainly there but, the organizers take great precaution to ensure safety to the participants.

  • Gliding: It is an adventure of flying. There are several forms of Gliding and they can be classified as Para-Gliding, Hang-Gliding and Parasailing. Gliding as a sport has recently taken the world by storm.

  • Hot Air Ballooning: Another adventure sport, Hot Air ballooning started in the year 1783. It is an air based adventure sports. In India, Delhi is the main center for Hot Air Ballooning.

  • Mountain Biking: It is a thrilling adventure sport, which involves a bike cruise through some of the highest mountain ranges in the world. Apart from the challenging factor involved, mountain biking also helps you unravel the mysteries immersed in the mountain ranges.

  • Mountaineering: Mountaineering involves the climbing of different levels of heights and terrains. Mountaineering as a sport came to India in the 18th century.

  • Rock Climbing : A challenging sport adventure, rock climbing is an activity that entails a lot of effort, strength and concentration. There are usually three different types of rock climbing: free climbing, aid climbing, and a combination of free and aid climbing.

  • Scuba Diving and Snorkeling: Scuba Diving and Snorkeling are water sports activity that helps you discover the unexplored world under the sea.

  • Skiing : A winter sport, Skiing is a popular sport activity that mainly takes place in the Hill Station. In India, Shimla, Manali, Mussoorie and Nainital are the main centers for skiing activities.

  • Trekking: A mountain sport, Trekking has gained immense popularity with the passage of time. Professional trekking in India commenced with the coming of the English people. The hill stations are usually considered to be the best trekking area.

  • White Water Rafting: It is a high level water sport adventure. There can be nothing more thrilling and challenging than rushing down a fast flowing stream, on a delicate raft. You have to battle with the strong force of the water while clinging for support on a fragile raft. The innumerable rivers of the Himalayas provide the perfect destination for this kind of sport.

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