South India

South India is the region encompassing the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana, as well as the union territories of Lakshadweep and Puducherry, occupying 19.31% of India's area. It is bounded by the Bay of Bengal in the east, the Arabian Sea in the west and the Indian Ocean in the south. The geography of the region is diverse, with two mountain ranges – the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats – bordering the plateau heartland.

History

The history of South India dates back to the ancient period with significant contributions in the fields of science, mathematics, literature, architecture, and philosophy. The region was ruled by several dynasties, including the Chera Dynasty, Chola Dynasty, Pallava Dynasty, and Vijayanagara Empire, which have left their mark on the region's culture and architecture.

Culture

South India has a rich and diverse culture with its own unique traditions, literature, architecture, and music. The region is known for its classical music known as Carnatic music, and its classical dance forms like Bharatanatyam, Kathakali, and Kuchipudi. The region also has a rich literary tradition with works in languages like Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam.

Economy

The economy of South India is one of the most vibrant in the country with a strong focus on information technology, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, automobile manufacturing, textiles, and petrochemicals. The region is home to many major Indian and international corporations. The cities of Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Chennai are known as the IT hubs of India.

Cuisine

South Indian cuisine is known for its flavorful and spicy dishes. The staple food is rice, served with a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. The region is famous for its variety of dosas, idlis, and sambar.

See Also

• North India
• East India
• West India