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If you are planning a monsoon trip then going to South India can be a great experience. The lush green places here become very beautiful because of the rain. You will love traveling not only at the destination but also on the way. During the rains, you can explore these places of South India alone or with friends. So let us know which places you can visit in monsoon from Kerala to Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
During monsoon, people avoid going to hill stations like Uttarakhand and Himachal, because closure of roads due to landslides and rains is common during this time. Some places in South India are good in this matter. If you want to see greenery, mountains, waterfalls and misty valleys then you can go to these places.
Munnar (Kerala)
Going to Munnar during monsoon season can be very special for you, because due to rain the greenery of the valleys increases a lot. The beauty of the green trees becomes manifold after being washed with drops. There are mesmerizing waterfalls here. Especially the waterfalls of Attukal and Cheypara look spectacular. The view of the tea gardens along with the mist seems no less than heaven. During this time, you will also get places to stay in low budget, because there are less tourists.
Wayanad (Keralaam)
Wayanad of Kerala also turns into heaven during monsoon. Here, waterfalls like Listapada and Meenmutti are in spate at this time. After watching which you will be filled with thrill and magical experience. The foggy weather with clouds amidst the mountains makes this place romantic. However, it should be kept in mind that avoid activities like tracking and collect information beforehand with the administration regarding the guidelines given by the Meteorological Department.
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Chikmagalur (Karnataka)
You can visit Chikmagalur in Karnataka during monsoon. Coffee plantations and lush green hills and valleys turn into paradise during the rainy season. Mullayanagiri, the highest peak here, and Baba Budangiri remain covered with clouds during monsoon. Long drives here also have their own fun. The entire journey will seem like a beautiful dream. If you are fond of photography then this place is even more special. You can go to Hirekolale Lake where there are mountains all around and flowing water in the middle…these views will make your mind happy. If you are fond of trekking, then keep in mind, because the trails can become slippery due to rain.
Kodaikanal (Tamil Nadu)
Include Tamil Nadu in South India in your monsoon trip bucket list. The natural beauty of Kodaikanal is at its peak during the rainy season. The beauty of waterfalls like Bear Shola and Silver Cascade increases manifold. This place, which is called the queen of mountains, gets covered with a blanket of mist. This time is considered even better for a romantic trip because there is less crowd. Along with this, due to off season, you also get offers for stay.
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Ooty (Tamil Nadu)
Ooty is a very popular hill station among couples. If you are a nature lover then going here during monsoon will be an even better experience. The Nilgiri Hills here look very beautiful especially during monsoon. From tea gardens to waterfalls, the natural beauty here is in full bloom during the rainy season. However, there may be some difficulty in activities like trekking and hiking.
