Places for interest for kids in South India
South India is comprised of four Indian states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala and Pondicherry. The people from these states have given a collective name as South Indians. South India is yet another famous destination for people traveling with families for a vacation.
South India is famous for its beaches, temples, Wildlife and medicinal therapies. South India boasts to be rich in cultural heritage. Kids love to play around beaches and enjoy rides on elephants. South Indian has lot to offer for people traveling with kids. Below mentioned are few world famous destinations to holiday in South India.
A must visit:
Goa: is a world famous destination for vacations. The most opted destination for holidaying, Goa is popular with international travelers as well. Famous for its beaches, churches and cultural heritage you would love to laze around in the sun on beaches or would just like to talk a walk on the streets of Goa. One can rent an accommodation that is easily available or book hotel rooms. Goa food, Goa’s specialty is good to relish. Shopping areas include Panjim, Ponda and others. Goa has also got international airport, Dabolim Airport. Bom Jesus Basilica and cathedrals or churches in old Goa is a must visit. One can hire a self-driven cab or bike here to visit the local areas. You just need a map with you.
Bangalore: or now known, as Bengaluru is a metropolitan city and IT hub of India. A moderate temperature throughout the year is an advantage to the city which is experiences neither too hot or nor too cold temperature. The city boasts of beautiful gardens and parks, natural lakes, restaurants and pubs and magnificent shopping malls. Some of the places of interest include Ulsoor Lake, St. Mary’s Church, The Film City, The Bangalore Race Course, and many more.
Mumbai: the Bollywood city, though Mumbai is crowded and might not be on the list of many travelers, however we recommend you Mumbai as few of the places makes it worth it for Mumbai to visit once. Essel World, Asia’s largest amusement parks, Essel World is best place to be with kids. One can enjoy numerous rides. Water Kingdom, a place to have cool fun on a hot day. With lots of water rides and water sports, it is also popular with kids. One can also visit Gateway of India, Kanheri Caves, Juhu beach and Chowpatty beach and go on a marine drive with family.
Kerala: place for relaxing, rejuvenating oneself in the lap of nature and get pampered. One can enjoy various spas and massages as well get ayurvedic treatment. The breath taking beauty of nature and staying at a houseboat can be really exciting. Kerala beaches are also a must see. Popularly addressed as ‘God’s own Country’, Kerala is an absolute beauty and has rich flora and fauna to its treasure.
Pondicherry now known as Puducherry is blessed with natural beauty. It’s quite and calm environment admits nature gives one the required peace of mind away from the regular hustle and bustle of the city. It was a former French Colony. The beaches are attractions of Pondicherry. Other places of interest include Aurobindo Ashram, and there are many famous temples of Hindu Gods and Goddesses. A very well planned and organized city, one can also enjoy beautiful parks and gardens of the city.
Hill Stations in South India: Few hill stations in South also attract the tourist worldwide.
Kodaikanal is one of the famous hill stations of South. At an altitude of about 2, 133 meters high it offers serene beauty. It is a beautiful hill station surrounded by beautiful lake, greenery all around and with cool and mist air.
Ooty is known as the queen of hill stations. One can enjoy the lovely nature around it and feels like in heaven with its beautiful weather. The area is surrounded by tea estates and is the tea producing area of surrounding states. Situated in Nilgiris district and at an altitude of about 2240 meters above sea level, one must enjoy the train journey on a ratchet and pinion track. The journey in the train is exciting and thrilling as it passes through various curves and tunnels on its way but amidst the nature.