Major Tourist Attractions in South India

South India Travels comprises the states Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Goa as well as the union territories of Lakshadweep and Pondicherry. It is the place where you can see beautiful archaic palaces, forts, monuments, temples and mosques which are examples for great architectural marvels of ancient India. The nature has also blessed southern India with charming misty hill stations, beautiful waterfalls, beaches, tranquil backwaters and rich wildlife.

There are a huge number of travel destinations in South India which attracts the tourists from all over the world. Have a look at some of the attractions that you must include in your trip for selected South India Travel Packages.

The Beaches

The beaches are more fascinating and treasured tourist attractions in Southern India. With endless stretch of golden sands, gentle waves, and splattering blue waters South India beaches are quite promising for water sports and holidaying. Marina beach- the world's second largest beach is in Tamil Nadu - gives a fascinating experience of sunset and sunrise. Kovalam Beach, Kanyakumari, Pondicherry, Mahabalipuram Beach and Bheemunipatnam beaches are also very popular and are attracting many visitors from around the world.

Hill Stations

South India hill stations are prominent for tea gardens, beautiful waterfalls, coffee and spice plantations, natural caves and Lakes. Much of South India's exotic appeal is centered in the highland area of the Western Ghats. Rising to an average height of 1520 m, the tropical forests of the area are home to rich green flora and fauna. The scenic beauty of these hill stations and clean and fresh air are the perfect retreat for any holiday occasion. Munnar Tours, Kodiakanal, Coorg, Nilgiri Hills, Ooty, Araku Valley, Wayanadu and Coonoor are some of the major hill stations in India.

Architectural wonders

Tourist can see a large number of temples, churches, mosques, Budda and Jaina pilgrimage centers in South India. These pilgrimage centers are incredibly beautiful, with the architectural designs exemplifying the ancient times. The temples here are from different eras and have unique architectural styles and different forms of customs and celebrations. The churches especially in Pondicherry and in Fort Kochi have a European style of architecture. India's first Mosque Cheraman Juma Masjid is situated in Kerala. These pilgrimage destinations are worth visiting and which are among the top spiritual destinations of India.

Arts and Festivals

South India is the birthplace to many art forms like Kathakali, Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Carnatic music, Kalarippayattu, Yakshagana, Theyyam etc. These traditional folk art forms have been originated in various states in southern part of India more than a thousand years ago. Deepavali, Onam, Pongal, Dasara, Goa Carnival and Makara Sankranthi are some of the popular and widely celebrated festivals in different parts of South India. Even in this modern era, these art forms and festivals are celebrated without losing the ancient custom and culture.

Attractions of South India Tour

Tourists touring towards the southern part of the country will undergo inner transformation landing over some of the wonderful places. There is a sea change noticed from the beauty that the north India usually provides; the entire beauty of the south usually revolves round the beaches, hill stations, backwaters, temples or churches and many fairs and festivals. The major pillars that shoulder the entire South India Travels are the Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Goa and Karnataka.

There are many South India Tour Packages through which travelers can treat their souls searching for wonderful getaway with many mesmerizing charms of palm fringed sands of pristine beaches. South India tours normally comprise of the beach attractions available in Tamil Nadu, Goa and Kerala. Tourists will be amazed to see themselves slowly drifting into the beach wonder where they can have the stupendous views of vast water body, cool breeze striking your soul and you are right there sipping tea or coffee sitting over the beach restaurant.


The Kerala Backwaters Travel are all there to ease out all of your mental tension or depression with the beautiful glimpses of long lost marvel of lagoons that became a hotspot for various vacationers. These lagoons are the major source of entertainment in the form of famous Kerala’s backwater. The houseboats are the center of attractions that are wonderfully adorned in which also you can have some of the finest services of food and cuisines. These houseboats of backwater are the integral part of the tours of south India.


The beautiful green hills where several hill resorts have been established look so enchanting that they provide the exotic recreational relaxation to the tired eyes and worn out soul. For instance, the hills like Munnar, Idukki, Wayanad, Madurai Tours, Rajmala etc. are destinations where tourists can escape for various celebrations.


With all the touristy ingredients available in the south, these South India Travel Packages are the perfect means for tourists to enjoy the romance provided by wildlife, beaches, backwater and astonishing sea sight. Following are the major attractions of south India which are as follows-

Beaches: Beaches in the south India are the integral part of the entire tourism in the south. Goa, Kerala and Tamil Nadu are the major destinations famous for beach wonders.

Backwaters: The Kerala Backwater Tour are the indispensable part of the tourism not only of in the south but also in the entire Indian tourism.
Wildlife: Each of these states is rich in a great variety of wildlife species. For instance, the Periyar of Kerala is highly flavored of many wonderful creatures. Apart from all these above, the scintillating hill stations, sacred temples or churches followed by many fairs and festivals are the other sources that give entertaining pleasure to visitors.

South India Tour Experience

South India Travel is a place of Versatility. If you wanted to visit a place where expecting the people to be welcoming you with the brightest innocent smiles , straight away head ahead to South India. In south India , we could enjoy the real spiritiual experience in the holy city of tamilnadu, Natures beauty is enlivened in Kerala, Karnataka the origin of Coorg and Andhra pradhash – where a new dimension is mixing up with the ancient culture and could enjoy visiting the various – enriched Monuments and will have excellent shopping Melas and experiences. No one will forget Goa if visiting once – it is real and real a divine experience.

In Tamilnadu, we could see wonderfully built and culturally speaking Temples for eg., Madurai Tours Meenakshi Amman Temple , this is a temple which is certainly beyond description. You will definitely astonished by the ancient state of Arts and the Sculptures speaks many talents of ancient days. Naadi Jothidam – A famous Astrological experience awaits you in Kumba konam and in Tanjore – where you will get all perfect predictions about your present and future events. Once you are visiting , you wont forget the experience since I was not at all believing astrology wherein once I had my fingerprint checked and heard the predictions, terribly shocked to note that how accurate they have been by telling my husband’s name , kids name and their age , date of birth , important events of life and lot more - I have heard about south Indian Miracles during my childhood and this is certainly to be experienced by each and every individual.

Next comes here, the Hillstations in Tamilnadu. Apart from the Temples , nature invites you to “The Queen of hill station” - Ooty and places of interest near Mudumali wildlife sanctuary lies on the northern and north-western side of the Nilgiri (Blue Mountains), about 80 km north-west of Coimbatore in the extreme north-western corner of Tamil Nadu.
 

Kerala Travels  is God's own country with unique landscape, culture and back water paradise which is responsible for the popularity of this state. It offers excellent festivities and public ceremonies. I spent a whole Night in the Kumarakom Boat House and have forgotten all my tensions and pressures and hearing the light whispering sounds of the River water - --- It is not to be told – but to be perfectly enjoyed and should not be missed out.

Hyderabad is the capital of Andrapradesh and also called as “Pearls City”. If you are a lover of Cosmetic Jewelleries and much fond of antique designer jewels and various selections of ornaments gorgeously being created by using various pearls and jems, the best place of Shopping is Hyderabad.

The world famous “Lord Balaji is located in Tirupati Temple. Lord Balaju’s Darshan used to be said here as ONCE YOU ARE GOING TO TIRUPATHI, IT WILL BE A TURNING POINT IN YOUR LIFE. For me , after the Prayer I have got really a feeling of content and a satisfaction which could not be described in words. We have to stand in a queue to get the Darshan but the experience worths it. Millions of people visits this holy place everyday for Darshan. The most famous historical places like Charminar Travel, Kolkonda fort and Ramoji film City.

Goa a union territory is a beach paradise well known for its culture, cuisine and beaches. Beach parties are important events for vacation seekers like us who are coming from USA , UK and so on.. I had a lovable Ayurvedic Massage and they used some Aroma oils with Exotic smell. Really loved it. Felt years younger after couple of hours taking this Ayurvedic treatment . They have so many ayurvedic treatments to offer depends upon our special needs.

I have forgetten to mention about Aliyar Retreat in Coimbatore– Where Guruji Jacki Vasudev teaches us many things towards having a healthy body and healthy mind. I stayed in a beautiful resort called Pearls Corniche Inn in Coimbatore and have gone for a small trekking nearby and enjoyed a traditional food and still my taste buds are longing for that.

In my personal experience , I really loved my South India travel Packages program. Since I had only 11 nights to spend , I have missed so much and would certainly awaiting one more chance to visit South India , where I wanted to spend two more Nights in a Luxury boat house, some Yoga and Meditation sessions and sure and sure would like to get some Ayurvedic special relaxation Treatments and especially would like to taste the food at Pearls Corniche.