10 Best Places To Visit In South India

May 02, 2023

Thekkady, Kerala-Tamil Nadu border

The quaint village of Thekkady is a must-visit place in south India. It is also home to the massive Periyar National Park and the Periyar Lake with its surrounding greenery.

Wayanad, Kerala

Nestled among the mountains of the Western Ghats, Wayanad is full of plantations, forests and wildlife. It's green and pristine and located around 85 km from the sea town of Kozhikode.

Hampi, Karnataka

Housing numerous ruined temple complexes from the Vijayanagara Empire, Hampi is a spectacular place in south India. The Tungabhadra, the rugged hill ranges, and the open plains make it a sight to behold.

Munnar, Kerala

A town in the Western Ghats mountain range of Kerala, Munnar is as green as it can get. The hill station a popular honeymoon destination and is located in the Idukki district.

Mudumalai, Tamil Nadu

The Mudumalai National Park is home to varied wildlife and exotic flora and fauna. There are many species of animals and birds in this wild life sanctuary.The place is popular for sightseeing and wildlife tours.

Pondicherry

An easy weekend getaway from Chennai, Pondicherry can be explored easily by foot and bicycle. the Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Quiet beaches and the 18th-century colonial buildings are a part of the former French colony.

Gokarna, Karnataka

Dotted with many temples and pristine beaches like Kudle Beach and Paradise Beach, Gokarna is a fantastic tourist destination in south India.

Alappuzha, Kerala

Alappuzha (or Alleppey) is most famous for its backwaters. The Alappuzha beach is also a must-see tourist attraction.

Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh

Visakhapatnam, popularly known as Vizag, is not only a bustling town but also boasts of a spectacular geography. Some of the must-visit places include Yarada Beach, Simhachalam Temple, Kailasagiri, and Borra Caves, among others.

Yelagiri, Tamil Nadu

A hill station that has pleasant temperatures and weather around the year, Yelagiri is a beautiful place. Be it hiking in Swamimalai Hills or visiting the famous Jalagamparai Waterfalls, there's plenty to see and do.

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