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India's Lowest-Cost Hill Station

Yercaud is a lovely hill station in Tamil Nadu's Salem district, situated at an altitude of 1515 metres in the Shevaroy range of hills in the Eastern Ghats. This is one among the lesser-known hill resorts in South India, as well as a less expensive summer vacation.

Wayanad is one of Kerala's most beautiful hill stations. Wayanad, which is located between 700 and 2100 metres above sea level and produces cash crops including as pepper, cardamom, coffee, tea, spices, and other condiments, is Kerala's largest foreign exchange earner. Tea and coffee farms are also well-known in Wayanad. The major towns in Wayanad are Kalpetta, Sulthan Bathery, and Mananthavady, which serve as base points for viewing the district's many tourism attractions.

Chikkamagaluru (also known as Chikmagalur) is a charming hill station in the state of Karnataka. It is located at an elevation of 3,400 feet on the foothills of the Mulliyangiri range in Karnataka's south-western area, and it is part of the Malnad region. The Yagachi River gets its name from the hills that surround it. It is one of Karnataka's most beautiful tourist destinations.

Araku Valley: Araku Valley, also known as Araku, is a picturesque hill station in Andhra Pradesh's Vishakhapatnam district. Andhra Ooty, also known as Andhra Ooty, is the most popular hill station in Andhra Pradesh, with an altitude range of 900 to 1400 metres. Galikonda, Raktakonda, Sunkarimetta, and Chitamogondi are some of the mountains that surround this valley. Near Araku lies Jindhagada Mountain, the highest peak in the Eastern Ghats. It is one of India's cheapest hill resorts and is best visited during the monsoon season.

Chakrata is a lovely town in Uttarakhand's Dehradun district, nestled between the Tons and Yamuna rivers at an elevation of 2118 metres. Colonel Hume of the 55th Regiment created the British Indian Army cantonment here in 1866, and troops initially occupied the cantonment in April 1869. Officials of the English East India Company used to spend their summers here. Chakrata is a less-visited hill station in Uttarakhand that is also a cheaper option to the more pricey hill stations of Nainital and Mussoorie.

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Kerala – A land of lush green abundance and beautiful labyrinthine roads, mountains of splendour and awe-inspiring beaches, captivating fauna and intriguing forests…

It is certainly a land for the perfect honeymoon with luxurious hotels, ever so friendly folk and sights, sounds and souvenirs at every glance. Regarded as one amongst the best honeymoon places in India, Kerala or God’s Own Country as she is affectionately called, has been serving visitors with pride and picturesque destinations for many decades. Any Kerala honeymoon package would comprise Munnar, Kumarakom, Bekal and a myriad other places that invoke the wonderful feeling of calm and quiet. These are scenes that are perceptible by vision, but, at the same time, numb your senses into a daydream, breathing life into love and togetherness. Houseboat trips in Alleppey, wildlife treks in Thekkady and other exciting locations like Kovalam, Vagamon and Wayanad have become the choice of many couples aspiring for a weekend or more of repose and rejuvenation. The Travel Planners has been leading the race for accolades in travel and tourism in India. Recognised as the best inbound tour operator by the Department of Tourism, the organisation has come a long way in delivering outstanding services, competent rates and unparalleled honeymoon packages for all travel enthusiasts. With exceptional understanding of the state’s treasures and our clients’ interests, our Kerala honeymoon packages are the way forward to an experience with nature in its ethereal glory.

Best Honeymoon Places in Kerala, India.

Cochin

Cochin International Airport is well connected within India as well as with the world. The beautiful part of town called Fort Kochi, oldest town with influence of Portuguese, Dutch and British. This sleepy suburb is brimming with sights such as the St. Francis Church, the oldest church in India, Old Portuguese houses, local fishermen and their Chinese fishing nets, a 16th century Jewish synagogue and the Mattancherry Palace, built by the Portuguese and containing elegant murals. The Villa Romantica in Cochin is an exclusive resort for Honeymoon couples.

Why Munnar is so popular among Honeymooners?

Munnar is a hill station located 4 hours drive from Cochin it is the hot spot for honeymoon to witness the sprawling tea gardens and little hills along the western Ghats. The drive would cover 130 Kms over 4 hours and will also include a stop at Cheeyappara waterfalls. Sparsely populated Munnar is primarily covered by extensive Tata tea plantations. Sightseeing starts in the morning with trips to Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty, Echo Point, Tea Museum and Pothamedu, together with the option of an enjoyable boat ride in the lake. Don’t forget to take pictures smack in the middle of the tea gardens and share it on social media and buy best tea from Munnar. Spice Tree Resort with Jacuzzi at all rooms or private pool villa is good choice for private honeymoon in Munnar.

Thekkady – Nature lover’s paradise

A morning drive through the Cardamom hills to Thekkady, covering 110 kms/3.5 hours is the best way to explore the beautiful nature of Kerala. This drive includes spice plantations of cardamom and pepper as well as tea and coffee estates. You could also shop for exotic and fragrant spices on the journey to Thekkady. Don’t forget to buy some spices from the local spice market to give away as gifts to near and dear ones.

Houseboat – Best Romantic experience.

A Kerala Houseboat offers rooms on board a Kettuvallam, a traditional Kerala house boat. Exploring the backwaters of Alleppey and Kumarakom, the boat provides full board Kerala traditional meals for all guests through its dining area in the boat. A chef on board prepares traditional Kerala cuisine with local spices, organic food and fresh seafood. Barbeque facilities are available in the lounge area. Rooms on individual house boats are equipped with air-condition. All come with a cable TV and mosquito repellent. Bathrooms have shower facilities. It is 5 km from Alappuzha Railway Station and 85 km from Kochi Airport.

Guests can enjoy the scenery and lively village life on the great backwaters of Kerala.

Kovalam Beach

One of the popular beach destinations in India with three adjacent beaches and bays. One can get a magnificent view of Kovalam beach from the light house which allows travellers to get on top of the light house. There are many sea front restaurants serve fresh catches from the sea. Popular sea food restaurants are Bait by Vivanta by Taj, sea face hotel has sea front restaurant serves beer and wine. The Ayur Villa is a Private boutique villa with 5 rooms and pool is good choice for your private stay at Kovalam.

Wayanad – Place of interest to have honeymoon from Bangalore.

The name Wayanad is derived from Vayal Nadu which means the land of paddy fields. It is a picturesque plateau situated at a height between 700 meters and 2100 meters above the mean sea level nested among the mountains of the Western Ghats on the Eastern portion of North Kerala and on the sides of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka States. Honeymoon trips to Banasura Sagar Dam, the largest earth dam in India and the second largest in Asia, Pazhassi Raja Tomb and Pazhassi Raja Museum at Mananthavady. Another interesting part of your visit will be Kuruvadweep, which is a series of tiny islands on the Kabini River. This adventure site is open from 09:30 am to 03:30 pm with restricted entry on some days due to animal sightings. The islands are completely off limits during monsoon.

Wayanad tour packages will be starting with an early morning or post- breakfast trip to Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary. The reserve opens at 06:30 am, which is an ideal time to see the wildlife. Later visits will include the Jain Temple, Edakkal Caves, Wayanad Heritage Museum and the Phantom Rock site.

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Wayanad, the Exotic Destination in Kerala, India

Wayanad literally means 'Land of Paddy Fields'. It is unspoilt expanse of virgin rainforests in the Western Ghats that is bordered by the Nagarhole National Park, Bandipur National Park andMudumalai. The misty environs of Wayanad offer a wide range of trekking opportunities, plantation visits and wildlife tours. It is clean, pristine, enchanting and hypnotizing that is filled with history and culture. This green paradise is nestled among the mountains of western ghat and is located at a distance of 76 km from the nearest seashore of Kozhikode. It is a must visit destination for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. The wildlife sanctuary of Wayanad was established in 1973 that has an area of 344 sq km. It forms a vast landmass for the wild life to move about in their most natural abode. Wayanad is a land of spices that produces crops such as coffee; black pepper, ginger, turmeric, cocoa, arecanut, tea, rubber, vanilla etc The black pepper from its hill station is world famous for its premier quality and aroma. There are many indigenous tribals in this area that include Paniyas, Kurumas, Adiyars, Kurichyas, Ooralis and Kattunaikkans etc. It has ancient history as per the evidences such as relics and edicts found in various parts suggested that this place has enjoyed an important prehistoric era. Some eminent historians concur that organized human life existed in these parts, at least ten centuries before Christ. The misty environs of Wayanad offers wide range of activities. WAYANAD SIGHTSEEING Banasura Sagar Dam: It is one of the largest earth dams in India, and the second largest in Asia. The dam impounds the Karamanathodu tributary of the Kabini River. It is located 15 kms northwest of Kalpetta in Wayanad Kerala. In the dam's reservoir there is a set of islands that were formed when the flooded reservoir submerged the surrounding areas. These islands with the Banasura hills in the background offer a spectacular view. The dam holds large expanse of water, bounded except on one side, surrounded by magnificent hills and verdant landscape that has heavenly charm. Banasura Sagar Dam is an ideal starting point for hikes into the surrounding scenic mountain ranges for trekking enthusiasts. This dam with its vast expanse of fresh, crystal clear waters along with other surrounding attractions is animportant tourist destination. Pookotte lake: This lake is located 3 kms south of Vythiri. It has an area of 8.5 ha and depth is 6.5 mtrs. It is the largest natural fresh water lake in Kerala, surrounded by evergreen, forest and rolling hills. A fresh water aquarium with a large variety of fish is an added attraction. You may experience the salacious weather, scenic beauty along with hypnotizing and unspoiled nature. The hill ranges of Vythiri taluk, through which the road from Kozhikode ascends the Wayanad plateau over the mind-boggling bends and ridges. This place is an ideal picnic spot for locals and tourists. It has peaceful surroundings. Pookot lake tourist resort in Vythiri is the most sought after tourist spot of Wayanad. You may visit aquarium and green house and enjoy boating facilities. There are exotic spices and handicrafts for sale at Pookot. Sultan Bathery: It is a small town in Wayanad that derives its name from the famous ruler Tipu Sultan of Mysore. He built a fort in the 18th century at this place. It was also known as Sultan's Battery, as Tipu had used this place to store ammunition. Although the fort does not exist any more, but this place is worth visiting for the famous Jain temple. It was previously known as Ganapathivattom. Begur Wildlife Sanctuary: It is located 20 km from Wayanad at Mananthavady in Western Ghats. The lush greenery of this National Park is popular among tourists. The trees of this region have high medicinal values.  There are many species of wild animals inhabit this region. You may see elephants, deer, wild boars and many species of smaller animals, reptiles and birds from December to May. Chembra Peak: It is the highest peak in Wayanad that stands at a height of around 2100 meters above sea level at a distance of 14 km from Kalpetta. This peak is the part of the Wayanad hill ranges in the Western Ghats, adjoining the Nilgiri Hills in Tamil Nadu and Vellarimala in Kozhikode district in Kerala. The elevation makes it an ideal spot for trekking and mountain climbing. You need permission from the forest office in Meppady for trekking up to the Chembra peak. You may also see a heart shaped lake on the route to the top of the peak. It is believed that the lake has never dried up, even during the hottest of summers. This peak is one of the most favored trekking destinations that are flocked with many trekking aficionados round the year. You may enjoy breathtaking view from the top of the peak. It takes one day to reach the top of the hill; it is recommended to spend a day or two in camps. Sentinel Rock Waterfalls: This waterfall is at Vellarimala village near Chooralmala in Meppadi panchayat. It is a picnic spot as well as a trekking center. The sentinel rock, a rock of more than 200 m in height, is ideal forrock climbing. Kanthanpara Waterfalls: It is relatively smaller than Sentinal Rock Waterfall and rather less frequented, Kanthanpara and its surroundings are very pleasant and non touristy. It is located at an easy hike away from the main road. Soochippara Waterfalls: This waterfall near Meppadi is a treasure of nature that is yet to be discovered. The stretches of waterfalls ranging at places from 100 to 300 feet height amidst greenery are treat to the eyes. The pool below the falls with cool crystal clear water offers water rafting and swimming. The treetop huts at Soochippara located within the dense forest give unique view of the valleys of the Western Ghats and the glimmering shallow waters of the surrounding springs. Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary: It is most famous for ‘project elephant' site, where herds of elephants are seen roaming freely, frolicking in the mud and the water near the water holes. The trees and plants in the sanctuary are typical of the south Indian moist deciduous forests and west coast semi-evergreen forests. The Western Ghats, Nilgiri Sub-Cluster (6,000 sq.km), including all of the sanctuary, is under consideration by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee for selection as a world heritage site. It is an ideal location for soft adventure and the study of nature. The best time to visit the sanctuary is from June to October. Pazhassi Raja Tomb: It is a monumental tomb carrying great history and legend. Mighty warrior king Pazhassi Raja, considered the ‘Lion of Kerala', was the first to ignite guerilla warfare techniques against the British. This magnificent tomb was constructed in memory of the valiant ruler who died in 1805. When you loved this article and you would want to receive details with regards to homestay wayanad i implore you to visit our page. Pakshipathalam: It is located in the Brahmagiri hills at Thirunelli that is a challenging tourist spot for adventure tourists. You need to cover 17 km through wild forest to reach Pakshipathalam. These are deep rock caves formed among the thick blocks of rocks at the northern top end of the Brahmagiri that houses variety of birds and wild beasts. You are required to obtain special permission from Forest Department to visit Pakshipathalam. District Tourism Promotion Council arranges vehicle, guides and camping equipments etc. Edakkal Caves: These are located at a distance of 25 km from Kalpetta and 3 km from Ambalavayal. These are famous for their exceptional rock art depicting human and animal figure carvings by Neolithic and later civilizations. These caves were created by a fissure due to the changing climate. The split in the rock is about 22 ft. in width and 90 ft. in length. The abyss and gap in the rocks extends to over 30 ft and appears as a cave to the observer. The caves can be reached through trekking trails within the forested area starting at Edakkal. It is recommended to visit the caves in the morning. Meenmutty Falls: It is located 29 km from Kalpetta that is a three-tiered waterfall with a height of 300 meters. There are three important falls named as Meenmutty Falls, Soochipara Falls and Kanthampuram Falls.  The visit to these spectacular falls is highly recommended. Lakkidi: It is located about 58 kms north east of Kozhikode and five kms south of Vythiri. It is the gateway of Wayanad that lies atop Thamarassery, at an elevation of 700 meters above sea level. It is one of the highest locations in Wayanad that commands picturesque scenery. There are lofty mountain peaks, the gurging stream, luxuriant vegetation and the bird's eye view of the deep valley on the south along with winding roads. You may enjoy a fascinating experience of 12 kms long journey from Adivaram to Lakkidi through Ghat road with nine hairpin bends amidst thick forests. CENTRES OF WORSHIP Ananthanatha Swamy Temple: It is located 6 km from Kalpetta near Sultan Bathery. This temple is popularly referred as Jain Temple. It is dedicated to Jain saint Ananthanatha. Valliyoorkavu Temple: This temple is located 24 km. away from Kalpetta, 31 km away from Sulthan Bathery and 5 km away from Mananthavady. It is dedicated to Mother Goddess that manifests in three principal forms of Vana Durga, Bhadrakali and Jala Durga. This is an important place of worship for the tribals of Wayanad. The annual 15-day festival is held in March/April. Sita Lava-Kusha Temple: It is located 50 km away from Kalpetta, 25 km away from Sulthan Bathery and 41 km away from Mananthavady. This is the only known temple dedicated to Lava and Kusha, the sons of Lord Rama. There are local legends connect this region with many important episodes from the Ramayana. As the favored shrine of the Pazhassi Raja, this temple has traditionally permitted entry to devotees from all faiths. Thrissilery Shiva Temple: It is located 50 km away from Kalpetta, 25 km away from Sulthan Bathery and 41 km away from Mananthavady. This stunning temple has perfect architectural proportions that are inextricably linked with the Vishnu temple at Thirunelly. It is believed that the performance of ancestral rites at Thirunelly ramain unfinished unless followed by offerings at this temple. There is also a shrine devoted to Jala Durga within the premises that is believed to have been installed by the legendary Parasurama. There are myths connected with the temple tank that has never dried till date. Thirunelli Temple: It is located 64 km away from Kalpetta, 71 km away from Sulthan Bathery and 29 km away from Mananthavady that is nestled amidst mountains and forests. This ancient riverside temple is a fine specimen of classical Kerala Temple Architecture. The temple is dedicated to lord Vishnu by lord Brahma in the form of Chaturbhuja. It is often referred to Dakshina Kasi (Kasi of South). This temple draws pilgrims from all over primarily for ancestral rites. A short walk from this temple is the site for mountain spring known as Papanasini. A ritual dip to this spring is believed to wash away sins. There are two popular festivals held at this temple in April and August/September. Pallikkunnu Church: It was established in 1905 at the initiative of aFrench Missionary Fr. Jeffrine that is dedicated to the Lourdes Matha. It is located 19 km away from Kalpetta, 38 km away from Sulthan Bathery and 23 km away from Mananthavady. This church practices rituals similar to Hindu temple that is the most interesting aspect of this church. There is annual two weeks "Perunnal" festival held in February that draws large number of devotees. Sulthan Bathery Jain Temple: It is located 24 km away from kalpetta, 12 km away from Sulthan Bathery and 41 km away from Mananthavady. It is believed to have been built in the 13th century; it served as a Hindu shrine, an important center for commercial activity and eventually as a battery (ammunition store) for Tipu Sulthan's marching armies. This Temple is one of the most important amongst a series of ruins spread across Kerala that testify to a period of a strong Jain presence in this region. There are other significant Jain temples in Wayanad at Punchavayal and Puthenangadi. HOW TO REACH WAYANAD? By Air: Kozhikode is the nearest airport that is located at a distance of about 25 km from the center of the city. It is well connected by air to Mumbai, Bangalore, Coimbatore, Goa, Madurai and Chennai. By Rail: The Kozhikode railway station is located south of the Manachira Square. The city is well connected by train to important places like Mangalore, Ernakulam, Thiruvananthapuram, Chennai, Coimbatore, Goa and Mumbai. By Road: Kozhikode is well linked with various destinations in Kerala and other parts of the country. National Highway No 17 links Kozhikode with the rest of the cities in Kerala and neighboring states.