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Set in the Western Ghats at about 6,000 feet, Munnar is known for tea plantations and cool mountain air. Nearby Eravikulam National Park protects the endangered Nilgiri tahr.
Coorg is a scenic hill region of coffee estates, forested hills and waterfalls. Popular spots include Abbey Falls, Raja’s Seat viewpoint and the riverside Dubare Elephant Camp.
Wayanad is a green district of forests, plantations and wildlife reserves in the Western Ghats. Highlights include the ancient Edakkal Caves and the large Banasura Sagar Dam.
Located in the Nilgiri Hills, Ooty is one of India’s best-known hill stations. Visitors enjoy botanical gardens, tea estates, cool weather and the historic Nilgiri Mountain Railway.
Alleppey is famous for Kerala’s backwaters, a network of canals and lagoons lined with coconut trees and villages. Houseboat cruises on Vembanad Lake are a popular experience.
The hill station is known for its cool climate, pine forests and scenic viewpoints. The town centres around Kodaikanal Lake and walking paths like Coaker’s Walk.
Gokarna is a small coastal town where hills meet the Arabian Sea. It is known for quiet beaches such as Om Beach and nearby hiking trails along the coastline.
Famous for coffee plantations and mountain landscapes, Chikmagalur lies in the Western Ghats and is home to Mullayanagiri, the highest peak in Karnataka.
Araku Valley is a scenic hill region in the Eastern Ghats surrounded by coffee plantations and forests. Nearby attractions include the impressive limestone Borra Caves.
Agumbe, a rainforest village in the Western Ghats, is known for heavy rainfall and rich biodiversity. The area is also famous for its dramatic sunset viewpoints.
Located near Hyderabad, Ananthagiri Hills is one of Telangana’s few hill escapes, known for forested trails, viewpoints and its role as the origin of the Musi River.