There is a lot more to witness and absorb when you travel to the south.
On hearing south India, the first picture that pops in the head is of coconut trees,
beaches, lush green terrains, and delicious food. But rarely do we think about the mountains surrounding the south of India. These mountainous terrains at the tail of India comprising the crystal clear waters make the picture-perfect setting for living an ideal life. Sailing calmly through the waters in the boat while admiring the green mountains is blissful. So, let us take a look at a few of the best hill stations of Southern India.
Idukki
A densely forested mountainous region, Idukki is the most beautiful hill station down south, thanks to its various sanctuaries, tea gardens, Periyar National Park, and a tiger and elephant reserve. If you are even more interested in knowing the city better, pay a visit to the vast curved Idukki Dam, which is the world’s second and Asia’s first arch dam, situated far down south of Idukki. Various points in the region will provide you with a panoramic view of this beautiful hill station. One can also go wildlife trekking, camping in the forests, go bamboo rafting, or simply get lost in the beauty sitting on a boat.
Coorg
Called the Scotland of South by the British then, Coorg is mesmerizing for its stunning mountains and misty landscapes. This hilly terrain of the south is also famous for the rich coffee plantations that it takes pride in, producing delicious coffee. Coorg is the largest producer of coffee in India. It is also the only place in South India with a Tibetan settlement and is also home to the Kodavas, a local clan specializing in martial arts. Other things one can opt for while at Coorg are experiencing the wobbling bridge walk in the rainforests of Coorg, rappelling at Chelavara waterfalls, quad biking, and much more.
Yercaud
A hill station town in Tamil Nadu, Yercaud is known for its orange groves, coffee, fruit, and spice plantations. This town is also known as the Jewel of the South; Yercaud means "lake forest". Situated in the Shevaroy Hills, the town also has a lake called Big Lake, with a floating garden at its center.
A few other hill stations in Southern India are Madikeri, Ooty, Araku Valley, Kudremukh, Kotagiri, Coonoor, Yelagiri, and Munnar.
