WEEKEND GATEWAYS

Surrounded by ocean and populated by diverse Ghats, South India is blessed with numerous tourist destinations.  Every turn here will take you to something new in this natural wonderland. Marvel at the backwaters of Alleppey, party your heart out in North Goa, explore the tea plantations of Munnar, indulge in the scenic beauty of Coorg, or be mystified by the clouds that roll across Kodaikanal. Words don’t do justice to the beauty of South India, and calling it beautiful, magnificent, splendid, are just understatements.

While you need to plan a good long holiday to explore this beautiful land, the region is also blessed with few amazing weekend getaways. Glance down to explore more -

Alappuzha - Alappuzha, still fondly called as Alleppey, enjoys an important place in the maritime history of Kerala. It is the perfect hub to unleash your senses. A sheer blessing of Mother Nature for the human kind, Alappuzha is placed gracefully in the emerald state of Kerala, and has been dotted with a vast network of lagoons, lakes, canals and beaches. This beautiful town creates a magical aura in the air and lures travellers from all over the world.

Bangalore - Popular with several names like the Silicon Valley of India, Pub Capital of India, Air Conditioned city, and City of Gardens, Bangalore is the capital city of Karnataka. Now called Bengaluru, Bangalore was known as the ‘Pensioners’ Paradise’, way before the IT industry made its way to the city.  A beautiful amalgamation of past and present, the city might not have any major attraction as compared to other cities, but you can witness a commendable blend of history, architecture, culture, spirituality and nature here.

Coonoor - Nestled in the Nilgiris, Coonoor is a beautiful hill station located in Tamil Nadu that make you forget all the worldly sorrows, and give a whole new meaning to your existence. This enchanting hill station is renowned worldwide for its production of Nilgiri Tea. The beautiful hill station paints the canvas of life with lusciously green velvets. Travellers visit this place every year to escape their worldly worries and find solace away from the chaos of city life. You have to witness its natural beauty to believe it.

Coorg - Beautifully snuggling in the arms of jade mountains and magnificent valleys of Karnataka in South India, Coorg is among the must visit destinations where you can spend a perfect leisure time with your family and loved ones. A beautiful landscape covered with widely spread coffee plantations and misty lush green forest, Coorg is the perfect destination for all sort of traveler - nature lover, adventure enthusiast etc. Coorg secures the top position among all the tourists’ destinations that has popularised Karnataka Tourism.

Gokarna - The beautiful town of Gokarna is located in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka. It is a pilgrimage centre and a tourist hub because of its beautiful beaches. Gokarna is famous as a Hindu pilgrimage centre and lures large number of travelers from all over the country. The place has numerous temples designed with artistic beauty, which are known for its sculptures. The town also houses large number of beaches including Gokarna beach, Kudle beach, Om beach, Half moon beach and Paradise beach.

Hampi - A well known world heritage site in India, Hampi is a laidback village located away from the glitz and glamour of the outside world. Peacefully residing in the Northern part of Karnataka, Hampi houses various interesting monuments that narrate the stories of the past. The place houses monuments that will grab your attention and will take you back in time. You can spend days wandering around the ancient city, re-discovering bits of heritage in every corner.

Kodaikanal - Kodaikanal is famed as the “Princess of Hill Stations”. Offering the best of both the worlds, this is one of the most beautiful and romantic hill stations of India. Located in the Palani hill range of Tamil Nadu, the hill station presents its guest with lush greenery, wooded slopes, majestic rocks, breathtaking waterfalls, enchanting lake and a refreshing environment. From trekking routes, to religious places to historic museums to caves, parks and more, the hill station of Kodaikanal has something for everyone.

Mahabalipuram – Known for its various stone carved monuments and ancient temples, Mahabalipuram has always enticed travellers with its bag full of irresistible sun kissed beaches, World Heritage–listed temples and grand historical edifices.  This beautiful coastal town in Tamil Nadu is blessed with some stunning stone carved heritage sites which narrate exceptional stories about the town’s past. Mahabalipuram remains a popular stopover for wanderers coming from Chennai and Puducherry.

Munnar– With lush green tea plantation on both sides of the broad roads, this tiny hill station Munnar is where the mountains mingle happily with the clouds. The manicured gardens and widening lanes make Munnar a perfect holiday destination in Kerala. Loved by many travellers, the reasons to visit Munnar are endless. This stunning hill station of Kerala will embrace you with its stunning magnificence.

Ooty – Nestled amidst the beautiful Blue Mountains of southern India, the hill station of Ooty will ease all your stress and tension, and soothe your tired nerves. Year after year, Ooty draws various tourists, adventure enthusiasts, honeymooners, and also the film industry like bees to nectar. The capital city of the Nilgiris in Tamil Nadu, nestling in the lap of majestic hills like Doddabetta, Snowdon, Elk Hill and Club Hill, Ooty will surprise you with a lot more than you expect.

Pondicherry - A beautiful destination located at just three-hour drive from Chennai; Pondicherry attracts travelers with its majestic vistas. The city is a beautiful blend of Indian and French colonial heritage that makes it stand out. Pondicherry is blessed with a range of tourist attractions that reflect the rich cultures, legendary heritage and pristine beauty of the city.

Thekkady - Thekkady is all about the untouched beauty of nature. It can be defined as a traveller’s paradise, bliss for nature lovers, and a romantic escape for the honeymooners. The word Thekkady brings up images of elephants, beautiful hills and spice plantations. The Periyar forest of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India.