What’s the first thought that flashed across your mind when you think of South India? Is it just the beaches and the spicy food that one gets to eat there? No – South India is just full of innumerable travel destinations that can be part of your travel memories and you will have endless travel stories to go into your travel journal. Here’s a list of some best tourist places in South India that you shouldn’t miss in your lifetime –
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1. Wayanad, Kerala
God’s own country beckons travel enthusiasts to its dream destination in Wayanad. Boasting one of the best climatic spots of Kerala, Wayanad is a place of hills and forests. After the monsoons, the place is lush with greenery and flowing waterfalls are a delight to watch here. The forests are a spot for hikers who wish to spend their time exploring the beautiful landscape. Within the forests, you are sure to spot temples and caves – be ready to experience the joy of trekking through them.
2. Pondicherry or Puducherry
The union territory, adjacent to Tamil Nadu, is a cultural destination. Travelers who want to explore the exotic food, architectural buildings of the French colonized areas, and the beautiful beaches should keep Pondicherry on their list of best tourist places in South India. Pondicherry assures serenity to people who are inclined towards spirituality and meditation – the Aurobindo Ashram is a must-visit for them
3. Ooty, Tamil Nadu
Why always seek Shimla or Darjeeling in the Northern parts of India, when the Queen on Hill Stations invites you with the sprawling greenery. The expansive tea gardens fill the slopes of the Ooty hills, and the British architectural buildings decorate the town. Ooty has the world-renowned toy train ride from Coonor to Ooty – riding on it is an experience by itself, the young and the old thoroughly enjoy going through the hills.
4. Gokarna, Karnataka
Beaches must be part of the travel destinations in South India and venturing to newer beaches reminds us to think about Gokarna. While many frequent Goa, the beaches of Gokarna attract travelers with its pristine white sand and coconut trees. Gokarna is not just a coastal travel destination, but the temples make it a cultural & heritage site as well. Get spiritual while also enjoying scenic sunsets on the beaches.
5. Hyderabad, Telangana
Want to visit historical landscapes that boast of royalty? Then Hyderabad should be your go-to destination. With museums, forts, and palaces enumerating the Muslim regal rule of ancient times, Hyderabad is a cultural city to visit. Also, the contemporary growth of Information Technology coupled with some spicy food delicacies are to be explored traversing through the city. Do not miss Charminar and the famous Hussain Sagar lake here on your visit.
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