However, Tamil diaspora communities can be found all over the world, particularly in:
* Southeast Asia: Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Myanmar
* Other parts of India: Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra
* Western countries: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, France, Germany, South Africa
It's important to remember that "Tamil" refers to a language and cultural group, not a specific geographic location. People who speak Tamil and identify with Tamil culture can be found in various parts of the world.