Compared to the fast, and frenetic North of India, southern India operates on a different pace-slow, gentle and relaxed. The South of India comprises of five states –Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Kerala as well as the union territories of Lakshadweep and Pondicherry, share to some extent an ancient heritage but each of them has its distinct cultural, artistic and political tradition. Rich in history, brimming with temples, stunning beaches, and the south is blessed with pristine natural beauty with its verdant landscape of palm trees, emerald green paddy fields, coconut groves and fragrant spice plantations.