South Asia
A broad geographic and cultural overview of South Asia, outlining key states, regions, and physical features.
Internal
Defines major internal landforms and regions that structure South Asian geography.
Indian-plat-Pak-Himalayas
The high mountain barrier formed by the Himalayas, Karakoram, and Hindukush, shaping climate and transcontinental connections.
Deccan-Plateau
A vast arid- to-wet plateau strengthened by basalt flows from Deccan Traps and bounded by hill ranges.
Gangetic-Plane
The fertile alluvial floodplain of the Ganges and Indus basins, world's breadbasket and cradle of civilizations.
Thar-Desert
A semi-arid desert region characterized by minimal rainfall, sand dunes, xeric shrublands, and cultural resilience.
Bengal-Sundarbans
A tidal delta and mangrove forest complex home to Royal Bengal tigers, saltwater channels, and floating communities.
Nearby
Lists major landmark regions and adjacent geographic units.
Indian-Ocean
The expansive tropical body seaward of the subcontinent’s coastal regions, connecting to wide-ranging monsoon and trade routes.
Himalayan-Footprint
The gradual uplift and erosion zones marking the transition from high mountains to lower forested lands, including key river corridors.
Bordering
Highlights geopolitical and cultural state boundaries and regions.
India
South Asia’s largest nation and cultural nexus, spanning plains, uplands, and coasts—crucial for regional politics, economy, and identity.
Pakistan
A nation bridging the Himalaya-Karakarum-Hindukush complex to the Arabian Sea, emphasizing mountain passes, strategic corridors, and regional influences.
Bangladesh
The low-lying, flood-prone land where Ganges and Brahmaputra meet, supporting dense populations, rice agriculture, and vibrant riverine culture.
National-Regions-South-Asia
Major national and administrative units—such as Nepal, Sri Lanka, and defunct princely states—that shape governance and cultural identity across South Asia.