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How did India affect Southeast Asia?
India’s civilisation and culture spread in many parts of the world through trade but struck firm roots in Southeast Asia including in dance forms. Funan in the Mekong Delta in Vietnam was the first trading post of Indian traders. Traders took residence there and from there spread to other countries of the region.
Is Thailand influenced by India?
India and Thailand have had a long relationship since ancient times. This relationship commenced through trade and later Indian religion and culture followed. Thailand remains influenced by Indian elements which mixed with the local beliefs and culture.
Is Indonesia more diverse than the Philippines?
But Indonesia is not all about the Javanese, the various other cultural groups that made up the republic of Indonesia is diverse and contribute to the Diversity of the archipelago. The Philippines from what I heard from work colleagues and blogs are equally as good.
What is the difference between Indonesia and Thailand?
Indonesia has Bali, Lombok, Borobudur, Komodo Dragons et al. The P’s has??? Thailand trumps them all with its people, culture, food, beaches, golf courses, temples, mountains etc. However, Thailand is much bigger and would take more time to conquer.
Which part of India is part of Maritime Southeast Asia?
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands of India are geographically considered part of Maritime Southeast Asia. Eastern Bangladesh and Northeast India have strong cultural ties with Southeast Asia and are sometimes considered both South Asian and Southeast Asian.
Why was Southeast Asia so important to the world?
Even prior to the penetration of European interests, Southeast Asia was a critical part of the world trading system. A wide range of commodities originated in the region, but especially important were spices such as pepper, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg.