India is always portrayed as a world of mysticism and magic, a place where people from the West come to find peace and meaning in life. Especially after hippies like The Beatles coming to Rishikesh in the 60s, most people abroad think all we do is pray and worship cows. There's so much more to India though, in terms of people, places and surroundings. Here are a few common misconceptions that most firangs have about India.

3. All Indian food is spicy

This has become more of a running joke than anything, but no, not all Indian food will make you run to the loo with a fiery butthole. There's some crazy spicy stuff out there (hello bhoot jolokia) and then there's the calming South Indian curd rice which is like a cool dip for your tummy.

4. India is hot and sweaty

India has some of the most diverse weather. It's cold and snowy here, and beachy and sticky there. It's nice, that's for sure.