When we think about Tamil Nadu we think of the blistering heat that beats down upon us. Tamil Nadu tourism in summers is seriously not a place where you can spend time with your loved ones. The blazing heat gets the best of everyone here.
Thankfully, once the monsoons set in, there are few places that you can escape to from the madness and heat of the city. Here are a few monsoon escapades in Tamil Nadu, where you can enjoy the rains with your loved ones.
A Pictorial Tour of Tamil Nadu
Kodaikanal
What could be better than to be in the 'Princess of Hill Stations' this monsoon? Kodaikanal, a hill station in Tamil Nadu, with its pleasant climate is centered around a lake and is a perfect monsoon retreat. You can go to places like Coakers Walk, Bryant Park, Berijam Lake and a few other scenic spots in Kodaikanal and enjoy the rains.
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Coonoor
Coonoor is among the three hill stations in the Nilgiri Hills. Places like Dolphin's Nose viewpoint, Catherine Falls and Lamb 's Rock are the best spots to visit around here. This monsoon getaway in Tamil Nadu is a place where you will certainly feel your adrelanin rushing.
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Ooty
Ooty is the town of parks and gardens. Countless movies have made the Nilgiri Toy Train famous. The view from here is absolutely beautiful and a drizzle just adds to the ambience. This is a perfect monsoon getaway in Tamil Nadu for couples. Those who are adventurous can go to the Doddabetta Lookout which is the highest point in Ooty.
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Yelagiri
Planning for a relaxing weekend this monsoon, then you should head to Yelagiri. Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, Yelagiri offers to its visitors a quiet and calm environment. This hill station in Tamil Nadu offers you to either go on a trekking trip or perhaps head to the lake for leisure boating or just sit on the banks and enjoy the rains.
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Kotagiri
Kotagiri offers its visitors stunning views of the cloud kissed mountains. Far from the madness of the city, you will feel liberated in this serene place. This monsoon getaway in Tamil Nadu has many places to visit like the Kodanad Viewpoint, Catherine Waterfalls, Elk Falls, Snowdown Peak and more. A place to forget all the worries of life and just enjoy.
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Yercaud
Derived from two Tamil words - Yeri(lake) and Kadu(forest) , this hill station in Tamil Nadu is yet another place where you can head to, this monsoon with your near and dear ones. A pocket friendly place which is known for its wildlife and the coffee plantations done here.
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