South Asia

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Map South Asia

South Asia is best known for its temples and shrines, spicy food, and colorful song and dance. But these cultural wonders compete with a reality that’s less well known.

The 2004 tsunami and the ongoing civil war in Sri Lanka have created major setbacks for people already struggling with poverty. Millions of South Asians are living in urban slums and under-serviced rural areas. They’re working hard to rise above hunger, disease and a lack of opportunity.

Discover South Asia and find out how you can send hope to these incredible people.

More than 70 percent of the world's people have never used a telephone.