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Hill Stations of South India attract many tourists from all over the world. This culture-rich land is also blessed with some of the best Hill Stations in the world and are good for family friendly vacation.
Tourists from India as well as abroad come here to enjoy the splendid beauty of these hill stations and return home with beautiful memories, after spending a wonderful vacation here.
Ooty (Udhagamandalam) is one of the most beautiful hill stations of South India. Nestled among the picturesque Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu, at an altitude of 2,240 meters above sea level, Ooty is called as the
"Queen of Hill Stations". Ooty, the short name of Ootacamund, is also the capital of Nilgiris District and a much-visited Hill Station in South India. It attracts tourists on all seasons.
Ooty makes a perfect vacation destination because of the beautiful green hills, the cascading waterfalls and sparkling brooks, apart from the other attractions such as lakes, Madhumalai wildlife sanctuary, Botanical gardens, etc. The tourists enjoy the mesmerizing beauty of the lofty mountains, dense forest, sprawling grasslands and miles and miles of tea gardens during their vacation here.
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Munnar is located in Idukki District of Kerala, a southern State of India, providing a perfect atmospherefor a peaceful vacation. Munnar is called as "Switzerland of India". The cooler climate with the mountain streams, valleys, vast tea plantation and the mesmerizing scenic beauty of this hill station of South India attract many tourists to this place to spend a wonderful holiday.
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It is situated 1600 m above the sea level, encircled by wooded hills of the Annamalai Ranges, with the towering bulk of Anamudi peak. Three rivers (Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala) meet in the center of the town. Munnar is one of the most beautiful hills of South India.
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Medikeri in Coorg - Situated in Karnataka, another southern State of India, this enchanting place is referred as the "Scotland of India" because of its misty hills, lush forest, acres of tea and coffee plantation, orange groves, undulating streets and breathtaking views, clubbed with the cool climate. Coorg is also called Kodagu. Coorg lies at an altitude of 1,525 m on the Western Ghats of Karnataka, covering an area of
4,102 sq.km. A visitor to Coorg can enjoy its captivating natural beauty, great cuisine and aromas of the coffee plantations, oranges and honey, apart from enjoying other attractions there.
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Kodaikanal is located amidst sylvan beauty on the southern tip of the Palani Hills, 120 km northwest of Madurai, in Tamil Nadu, another southern State of India. It lies at an altitude of about 2,133-m high and covers an area of 21.45-sq-km. It is one of the most popular hill resorts in India. This charming hill station is also known asthe "Princess of Hill Stations".
The hill town is renowned for its educational institutions of international repute. With its rocks, woods, lovely lakes, and pleasant climate throughout the year, Kodaikanal is an ideal hill resort for the tourists. Some of the attractions of Kodaikanal are the star shaped Kodai Lake, Berijam Lake, Telescope House, Bryant Park and the Museum. Kodaikanal is undoubtedly makes Hills of South India proud.
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Horsley Hills is located on the southwest border of Andhra Pradesh, another southern State of India. The hills abound with rich flora and fauna. This great summer resort is at an altitude of 1265 m from the sea level, with dense growth of Eucalyptus, Jacaranda, Allamanda, Gulmohar and many other species. The cool and bracing climate make this place one of the most favorite hills of South India.
There are more hill stations in South India, like Nandi Hills, which are also good for family friendly vacation.
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