With its vibrant array of customs, smorgasbord of diverse cuisines, and stunning landscapes—from tropical palm-fringed beaches to breezy high-altitude tea plantations—South India offers visitors a truly mind-bending repertoire of things to see and do. Unlike the North, this part of the subcontinent has long embraced an eclectic mix of religions, from Hindu and Jain temples to churches, mosques, and even the occasional synagogue.