South India

Geography: South India comprises the southern states of Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh as well as the union territories of Lakshadweep and Pondicherry. South India lies in the peninsular Deccan Plateau and is bounded by the Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal in the west, south and east respectively. The geography of the region is diverse, encompassing two mountain ranges — the Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats and a plateau heartland. The Tungabhadra and Kaveri rivers are important non-perennial sources of water.

Culture: South Indian celebrate the eternal universe through the celebration of the beauty of the body, and motherhood, which is exemplified through their dance, clothing, and sculptures.

The music of South India is known as Carnatic music. South Indian people experiencing the cultural changes, trends, aspirations and developments. South India is home to several distinct dance forms — the Kuchipudi, Kathakali, Yakshagana, Theyyam, Koodiyattam, Bharatanatyam, Ottamthullal, Oppana, Kerala Natanam and Mohiniaattam.

South India has two distinct styles of rock architecture, the pure dravida style of Tamil Nadu and the Vesara style. The inspirational temple sculptures of Hampi, Badami, Bhattiprolu, Pattadakal, Aihole, Belur, Halebidu, Lakkundi, Shravanabelagola, Mahabalipuram, Tanjore, Madurai and the mural paintings of Travancore and Lepakshi temples, also stand as a testament to South Indian culture.