South India is culturally one of the most developed parts of the country. The southern part of India comprises the states of Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. The union territories of Pondicherry and Lakshadweep are also integral parts of South India. Lying in the peninsular Deccan plateau, Southern India has diverse geographical features. The monuments, temples, beaches, wild life, hill stations, Ayurveda centers and others are all covered during the South India tours.
South Indian temples are the greatest attractions of the South India tours. South India is dotted with numerous temples that are rich in architectural splendor and cultural richness. Tamil Nadu is the main temple city of South India. There are various tour operators, who conduct tours to these south India temples.
The major south Indian temples are Meenakshi Temple, Kanchipuram Temple, Mahabalipuram, Rameshwaram, Murugan Temple and Kanya Kumari in Tamil Nadu. In Kerala, you can find the famous Sabarimala Temple and Guruvayoor Temple. Karnataka temples include Somnathpur Temple and Badami Cave Temple. The tour will take you to Tirupata Tirumala Balaji Temple and Thousand Pillar Temple in the Andhra Pradesh.
South India tours will also take you to various important monumental structures located in South India. Jewish synagogue is a major attraction in Kerala. If you are in Tamil Nadu, do not miss the Valluvar Kottam, Arjunas Penance and Rock Fort Temple. Gol Gumbaz and Mysore Palace are the must visit site located in Karnataka. During your tour to South India, do not miss out the Golconda Fort and Char Minar in Andhra Pradesh.
Your tour to South India will remain incomplete, if you do not visit the wild life sanctuaries and parks in this part of India. During the South India tours, you can definitely visit various national parks and sanctuaries, which are listed below:
Thekkady Wildlife Sanctuary (Kerala)
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (Kerala)
Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary (Kerala)
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (Kerala)
Kunthakulam Bird Sanctuary (Tamil Nadu)
Crocodile Bank (Tamil Nadu)
Calimere Wildlife Sanctuary (Tamil Nadu)
Viralimalai Sanctuary (Tamil Nadu)
Nagarhole National Park (Karnataka)
Bandipur National Park (Karnataka)
For a memorable South India tour, visit the hill stations of this part of the country. The picturesque natural beauty of the places draws in large number of tourists through out the year. Munnar in Kerala is a very beautiful tourist spot that is frequented by tourists from all over the world. In Tamil Nadu, there are a number of hill stations, namely Kodaikanal, Ooty and Nilgiri Hills.
South India tours will remain incomplete without the unspoiled beaches of Kerala, Karnataka and Tamilnadu. If you love sun, sea and sand, then the beaches are must visit destinations during the tour. The major beaches are:
Alappuzha beach, Varkala beach and Kovalam beach in Kerala
Malpe Beach, Murudeshwar Beach and Maravanthe Beach in Karnataka
Marina Beach, Kanyakumari Beach and Mahabalipuram Beach in Tamil Nadu
South India tours also include the Ayurveda tours and the Yoga tours that take you to various resorts and sites of southern India. For your rejuvenation and healthy mind, make sure to go for an ayurvedic massage and treatment. Some of the major yoga and meditation centers in South India are located in Pondicherry, Kerala and Auroville.
South India Tours will surely be an experience, which you can cherish for life. For your assistance, you can contact the tour operators who will guide you to the various places of South India.
