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Picturesque Hill-Stations in South India for a perfect vacation

The southern part of India has got some magnificent hill stations where you can spend some quality time with friends and family. It boasts splendid hills, serene backwaters, surging waterfalls, emerald green plantations, and picturesque landscapes. Here is the list of five hill stations in South India you should visit.

Munnar 

Munnar is a serene hill station located in the state of Kerala and it is blessed with beautiful waterfalls and lakes, aromatic plantations, and exquisite fauna and flora.  

Munnar is a small picturesque hill station in Kerala is an ideal destination for people who want some escape from the hustle-bustle of city life and spend some serene time in the mountains with their loved ones. With its beautiful natural beauty, it is an ideal holiday destination for couples, nature lovers, and adventure enthusiasts. Here you can go for various tours or just sit beside a serene waterfall witnessing the scenic views and letting the beauty soothe your mind and soul.

Ooty

Ooty also known as the ‘Queen of Hill Stations’ is one of the most famous hill stations in India. Located amidst the magnificent and beautiful Nilgiri hills, it’s a perfect holiday destination, especially for families and couples. 

Ooty is in Tamil Nadu and is a perfect holiday spot for families and newlyweds. Also known as the ‘Queen of Hill Stations’ Ooty always has been a favorite holiday destination among people visiting south India. It boasts of rising hills, dense forest, widespread grasslands, and never-ending tea gardens. You can enjoy a fun ride on the famous toy train here and don’t forget to taste some freshly brewed coffee or tea here.

Coorg 

Coorg is nestled between the hills and valleys of the splendid Western Ghats and is well known for its coffee fields.

The British called it ‘Scotland of South’ because of its majestic beauty and beautiful weather. Coorg, officially known as Kodagu is blessed with magnificent hills, emerald green forests, foggy and serene landscapes, fascinating coffee plantations, stunning tea gardens, and beautiful orange groves. It has got some really amazing resorts for staying that marks Coorg you must visit if you are touring south India.

Idukki

Located in God’s own Country, Kerala, Idukki is a much-underrated hill station among all. It is one of the most naturally blessed places in Kerala as more than half of its area is covered with lush forest. 

Idukki, is one of the most uncharted hill stations in South India, which makes it a perfect place for holidaying if you are looking for a serene place to spend some peaceful time. It is blessed with many wildlife sanctuaries, beautiful tea gardens, national parks and spice plantations. It’s a seamless holiday destination for a tranquil escape place from your mundane life. Visit Idukki and enjoy the amazing flora and fauna of this beautiful hill station.

Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal, also known as “princess of hills”, is a beautiful and blissful hill station situated in Dindigul district in the state of Tamil Nadu, India.

Kodaikanal is considered to be one of the most well-known honeymoon destinations and is blessed with breathtaking views that will mesmerize you for sure. This place has got some enthralling viewpoints and the grand Kodaikanal Lake filled with water lilies makes it a perfect destination among the couples. Its main attractions include the mesmerizing rivers, captivating & thick forests, gorgeous beauty of the plantation, and scenic landscapes.