Surrounded by the oceans on both sides and beautified by the Western Ghats, South India has unimaginable allures to surprise you for a holiday. From the scenic valleys, rivers, network of backwaters to the rolling hills, wildlife parks, and hill stations – the southern states of India are bestowed with natural beauty and charm. Apart from capturing your mind with astounding beauty, the historical destinations with their revering stories, old-world charm and magnetism make for a great family holiday.
Be it about the palaces of the gone era or the culture to get to know, the historical monuments, insights of architecture and beauty are incomparable. Here are 10 of the must-visit historical places in South India with your family.
Alleppey, Kerala
Often revered as the Venice of the East, Alleppey is famous for its natural beauty, a network of backwaters, lagoons, and churches. Cutting you away from the chaos of city life, Alleppey greets you with its magnetism built around the Ayurvedic experiences, Wellness spas, serene beaches, traditional boat rides, and a laid back lifestyle.
Coorg Karnataka
A very popular honeymoon destination in India, Coorg is the coffee-producing hill station for the country. The mystical landscapes, greenery, and sultry lifestyle here intrigue the most. Apart from luxurious resort experiences, nature camping, and wildlife trails, Coorg is also popular for martial arts from the Kodavas community.
Nandi Hills
An hour ride from Bangalore, Nandi Hills is a popular getaway for a fun night of camping and capturing the serenity of sunrise from the mountaintop. The Nandi hills resorts provide for a luxurious stay while creating exciting itineraries for adventures. Discovery Village is one such luxury adventure resort to the lounge for a weekend full of adventures, nature-driven experiences, and rejuvenation.
Pondicherry
One of the seven Union territories of India also called the French Riviera of the East, Pondicherry is a charming town tucked in the south-eastern coastline of India. Popular for its French colonies, a nature-derived form of living and inspiring beauty – its one of the most sought after holiday destinations for families.
Rameshwaram
One of the holiest sights of India, and located on the island south of Kanyakumari – Rameshwaram is a popular Hindu devotional place. Popular for the iconic bridge over water created by Lord Rama in Hindu mythology, Rameshwaram is the place to be for the family to explore a new place while connecting to their mythological places.
Hampi
UNESCO World Heritage site and the city of ruins, Hampi is a historical delight. With monuments, rock formations, temples, and colonies built around the remains of the Vijayanagar empire, Hampi is today both a traveler’s paradise and a great family holiday. With backpackers travel experience and hippie culture surrounding the silent life in Hampi, a holiday here encaptures new experiences with an overdose of adventure.
Hyderabad
When it comes to history, Hyderabad finds a special mention. The city of nawabs has an old-world charm with iconic monuments, architectural epitomes and a revering culture that is different from the rest of India. Amidst the iconic historical monuments and the widespread IT culture, the city coexists to draft a very different experience. Take a weekend away from Bangalore and spend some time connecting with the city of nizams.
Tirupati
The mighty Tirupati is a holy place in the state of Andhra Pradesh driving millions of devotees to the city from around the world. Although a small hill station famous for its Tirupati Balaji Temple, Tirupati finds mention in the ancient texts for being one of the oldest cities to have evolved in India. With a plethora of destinations to explore and spend time in the charming temple known to be Lord Vishnu’s abode, Tirupati is the perfect holiday in the South.
Kabini
A major hunting area during the British Colonial Era, Kabini village is a weekend holiday destination from Bangalore! The rich biodiversity, flora, and fauna paired with exclusive adventure and luxury resorts in the area lend families just the right advent and luxury for a perfect holiday. With adventurous wildlife safaris, a peek into the animal lifestyle and goodness of nature – Kabini is the place to spend quality time with family. Discovery Village in Kabini is the obvious choice for outside Bangalore resorts for family.
Mysore
In the foothills of the Chamundi Hills, Mysore is a city with historical monuments, palaces and a revering culture that celebrates history, art, and nature. Be it about exploring the magical Mysore palaces and other architectural inspirations or the visit to the market for silk sarees, sandalwood soaps and more – this is a place where family connects.
India is bestowed with places dug into historical stories, monuments, and architecture. For families to have a fulfilling holiday, these historical expeditions with old world charm define a new experience each time!
