What’s more romantic than holding hands and leisurely strolling through the lush green of a magical, misty mountain? From Munnar to Kodaikanal, South India is fantastically brimming with perfect romantic destinations. So if you’re planning for a fairytalish celebration this Valentine’s Day, here are a few South Indian Hill Stations to fill your heart to the brim with love.
Munnar, Kerala
Munnar, also known as “Kashmir of South India”, is a perfect getaway for lovey-dovey couples. The lush green carpet of tea plantations, the picturesque view from misty mountains, the mesmerizingly rhythmic waterfalls, the blue sprinkles of Neelakurinji flowers and finally, the delectable cuisine of Malabar. The places to visit in Munnar are Echo Point, Atukkad Waterfalls, Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, Tea Gardens, Rose Garden, Mattupetty Dam etc.
Vagamon, Kerala
Vagamon bathed in lush greenery and utmost tranquillity is a place where the breeze sweeps in and drowns one’s heart in love. Vagamon’s pine forest with lined up trees, the rustling of leaves, the fragrance spread by gentle breeze is a fairytalish spot to stroll around with your significant other. Vagamon Meadows, Marmala Waterfall, Vagamon Falls and Mundakayam Ghat are some places to visit in Vagamon.
Coorg, Karnataka
Coorg, the Scotland of India, is a scenic place spilling the fragrance of coffee here and there. The emerald green hills of Coorg soaked in misty serenity is a perfect spot to stroll through and sip a warm cup of coffee to feel the warmth of love. Coorg offers jeep safari, thrilling trekking, river rafting, microlight flying. Let your Valentine’s day be more adventurous!
Ooty, Tamil Nadu
Ooty, the Queen of Hill Stations, is another picturesque place to soak your heart in love. This scenic place has recently got bathed in fantastically frosty climate, thus making Ooty a “Mini Kashmir”. From Botanical Gardens to Doddabetta Peak, Ooty is blanketed with layers of love. Some of the spectacular spots in Ooty are Thread Garden, Emerald Lake, Catherine Falls and Kotagiri.
Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu
Kodaikanal crowned as “the Princess of Hills”, is a mesmerising spot filled with cascading waterfalls, bizarre trees with twisted roots protruding out, lakes rich in flora and fauna etc.. Kodaikanal’s pine forest is known for being the abode of hundreds of pine trees. From cycling, bird watching to rowing boats, this scenic place will give you memories that can last a lifetime.
