Very few states in India can compete with Tamil Nadu's contribution in culture, literature and music. The state is a great tourism destination and very popular with the visitors. In fact, a glimpse on the general Geography & History of Tamil Nadu will prove the reason for such prosperity.

Geography of Tamil Nadu:

The state of Tamil Nadu covers a total area of 130058 square kilometers and it is the eleventh largest state of India. The entire land has been divided into five main physiographic parts. They are:

Kurinji – the hilly and mountainous region
Palai – the arid region
Mullai – the forest region
Marudham – the fertile plains
Neidhal – the region along the coast

The area is blessed with its rich flora and animal habitant. More than three thousand species of plants are found in Tamil Nadu and it boasts of some exciting wildlife sanctuaries. Many calm but perennial rivers like Kaveri, Palar, Vaigi, Pennar and Tamiraparani are present in the state. The climate of the region is tropical in nature with more or less same temperature throughout the year.

History of Tamil Nadu:

The history of the area dates back to more than two thousand years ago. Tamil Nadu was originally known as Tamilham and the proof of the Tamilham settlements are clear with the existence of ancient ports like Karipattinam, Arikamedu and Korkai. The birth place of Dravidian culture has witnessed several great dynasties. The Pallavas ruled in the 4th century A.D. The Cholas ruled between 1st and 4th centuries. They rose to power again in the 9th century, only to be replaced by the Pandyas in the 14th century. The East India Company started their factory in 1640 at Madras. They fought with the Dutch and the French to establish their supremacy. Tamil Nadu has contributed a lot in the country's struggle for freedom. After India's Independence, the state of Madras came into existence and 1968, the name was changed to Tamil Nadu. To know more about Geography & History of Tamil Nadu please visit the following links:

Geography of Tamil Nadu
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Last Updated on 1/17/2011