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Discover India: 10 Must-Visit Spots Accessible by Flight

Exploring India’s diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage is made convenient with well-connected flights to some of the country's most beautiful destinations. Here are the 10 best places to visit in India by flight

1. Coorg

Kodagu, commonly known as Coorg, is often referred to as "The Scotland of India" due to its verdant surroundings, pleasant climate, and misty vistas. Renowned as Karnataka’s greatest hill station, Coorg includes various towns such as Virajpet, Gundlupet, Madikeri, Bhagamandala, and Kushalnagar. The region also encompasses the Brahmagiri Rainforest and the Bandipur and Nagarhole Reserve forests. If this is your first visit to Coorg for a weekend getaway, start with Madikeri.

How to Get There

Fly into Mangalore International Airport (IXE) and then take a taxi or bus to Coorg, which is about 160 km away.

2. Manali

Manali, a well-known hill town in India, is surrounded by beautiful streams, mist-covered cottages, and amazing views of the mountains. Despite huge developments due to tourism, the surrounding landscape remains largely unchanged. Manali should be at the top of your list of places to visit.

How to Get There

Fly into Kullu-Manali Airport (KUU) and take a taxi to Manali, which is about 50 km away.

3. Ooty

At more than 2,200 meters above sea level, Ootacumund, often known as Ooty, is nestled in the Nilgiris' "Blue Mountains" and embodies a quaint hill station. Ooty, often dubbed the "Queen of the Hills," boasts a lovely location among green, lush hills and a regularly moderate climate. Its colonial past is reflected in its charming bungalows and historic structures, contributing to its popularity as a favorite vacation spot in southern India.

How to Get There

Fly into Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) and then take a taxi or bus to Ooty, which is about 85 km away.

4. Goa

Goa offers the ideal fusion of breathtaking scenery, an exciting nightlife, and tropical surroundings. Known for its luxurious resorts and greatest tourist sites, Goa is a fantastic destination for a party-filled vacation. Explore its best-kept secrets, from stunning beaches to vibrant markets.

How to Get There

Fly directly into Goa International Airport (GOI).

5. Munnar

Munnar reveals the hilly side of Kerala, a significant distance from the well-known sandy beaches and palm-lined coasts. Munnar’s chilly winters, foggy monsoons, and bright spring make it a worthwhile trip destination all year round. Taxi options in Munnar are varied to suit your travel needs.

How to Get There

Fly into Cochin International Airport (COK) and then take a taxi or bus to Munnar, which is about 110 km away.

6. Shimla

Shimla offers more than quaint historic structures set against the stunning Himalayan snowfall. Known for its oldest boarding institutions and numerous Bollywood songs set on Mall Road, Shimla hosts the MTB Himalaya, South East Asia's largest mountain bike competition. It is also home to the Jakhu Temple Shrine and the 16th-century Tibetan script “Arya Astha Sahasrikas Prajna Paramita,” found at the charming Maria Brothers antique bookshop.

How to Get There

Fly into Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) and then take a taxi or bus to Shimla, which is about 115 km away. Alternatively, fly directly to Shimla Airport (SLV), though flights are limited.

7. Rishikesh

Rishikesh, a favorite among lone female travelers, is known for its beautiful images of the Ganga. This serene location is regarded as one of the greatest destinations in India for spiritual retreats and adventure activities.

How to Get There

Fly into Dehradun's Jolly Grant Airport (DED) and then take a taxi or bus to Rishikesh, which is about 20 km away.

8. Udaipur

Udaipur, known as the "City of Lakes," is a prominent city in Rajasthan. As the former capital of the Mewar empire, it offers stunning lakes, palaces, and rich Rajput heritage, founded by Maharana Udai Singh II in 1559.

How to Get There

Fly directly into Maharana Pratap Airport (UDR) in Udaipur.

9. Darjeeling

Darjeeling, a beautiful hill station in northern West Bengal, is known as the "Queen of Hills." With its rolling green tea farms and majestic mountain peaks, Darjeeling offers stunning scenery and a tranquil atmosphere.

How to Get There

Fly into Bagdogra Airport (IXB) and then take a taxi or the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway to Darjeeling, which is about 70 km away.

10. Gulmarg

Gulmarg is a stunning Kashmiri hill station known for its winter resorts and adventure activities. It offers the highest Gondola ride in the world, making it an exciting destination for adventure seekers.

How to Get There

Fly into Srinagar International Airport (SXR) and then take a taxi to Gulmarg, which is about 50 km away.

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One of a kind Bandipur :

About the Bandipur Tiger Reserve: 

Bandipur National Park located in Gundlupet taluk, Chamarajanagar district has the second highest Tiger population in India , with about 382 tigers currently present . 

The Maharaja of Mysore Kingdom created a sanctuary of 90 km2 in 1931 and named it the Venugopala Wildlife Park, then The Bandipur Tiger Reserve was established under Project Tiger in 1973 by adding nearly 800 km2 to the Venugopala Wildlife park, later in 1986 became a part of Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve.

The highest point in the park is on a hill called Himavad Gopalaswamy Betta, where there is a Hindu temple at the summit. 

The park is flanked by the Kabini river in the north and the Moyar river in the south.

 My Experience :

Early Morning around 6:30  we left the silicon city - Bangalore, the journey from Bangalore to Bandipur takes around 5.5 hours . Reaching Bandipur at 12:00 ,we refreshed ourselves and then went to have a sumptuous meal. The food was fabulous , after lunch we got ready for the safari, the most awaited activity of the trip. My family and I were super excited ! The first part of the safari was dry , and soon the 2.5 hours safari was about to come to an end , but mystery always awaits, There was 10 minutes left so we decided to leave the park early but we saw few jeep standing below a tree , we were curious to know what they were photographing ,  so we went closer to figure out what they were photographing when my mom whispered with excitement “ Look  an leopard on the tree !“. Hurriedly we took our camera as we never knew when the leopard would jump down the tree.The young leopard gave us some fearless looks. It was the first time in 5 years we saw a leopard on the tree . Soon the leopard jumped down and ran into the shrubs . With this our safari for the day came to an end and then we had snacks provided by the resort and time passed by fast as we were adoring our leopard photos and soon it was time for  dinner and a good sleep as we had a safari early the next morning.

The next morning we woke up at 5:30 and got ready and had a hot cup of tea before the safari and sat in the jeep , the fog and mist which lasted for about an hour keep us away from seeing an big cats , soon the sun came out , but no luck, we just saw few birds , we photographed them and soon our safari was over . Then we went back to our resort - JLR , we had breakfast and then went to a temple located on top of the Himavad Gopalaswamy Betta , this hill is located so high that you can  touch the clouds ! Soon it was time for lunch. We had a very delicious meal and then we were ready for the next safari  into the wilderness.This safari was kind of interesting because as soon as we entered the forest we saw a Sloth bear , it was enjoying its free time sitting and rolling on the ground . Soon  we went deeper into the forest  and we heard constant and strong calls of langur and deer so we waited there for half an hour , and shortly it started to rain and the sun started to set ,as the sun was setting we were traveling back to the resort ; the sunset was so beautiful , it was the best part of the safari .

The next morning was our last safari , so we were kind of excited as well as sorrow.So the safari started and the sun rose early and it was the same script as the last two safaris. It was dry; we just photographed some birds again .And soon the safari came to an end but as we were going back to the resort we saw two sloth bears along with a herd of elephants on top of huge mountains. This trip was so thrilling ! 

This trip was so enjoyable from the leopard to the sunsets , I had so much fun ! Jungle Lodges is always my second home , and I always visit this place once  a year and last but not least the staff of Bandipur are so caring and compassionate. With this memorable trip, we drove back to Bengaluru with so many stories to share !

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Illicit tourism extracts its cost from nature

On January 23, a 26-year-old vacationer tenting out in a tent at a resort in Kerala’s picturesque Wayanad district was killed following an assault by wild elephants. Shahana, a local of Kannur, was staying in a tent near the forest when the wild elephants reached the spot.

Just some days earlier, a gut-wrenching video from Masinagudi — an vital elephant hall together with the

(MTR) in Tamil Nadu that could be a vacationer hotspot — went viral on social media. The video confirmed males driving away from an elephant from a resort by throwing a flaming material. The tusker died of burn accidents.

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These incidents have put the give attention to the mushrooming of resorts and homestays together with protected forest areas and wildlife reserves and their antagonistic results on the setting.

One space the place this development is clearly seen is the Nilgiri Biosphere reserve — a 5,500 sq km tract of land which straddles Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu — which incorporates the Bandipur, Nagarahole and Mudumalai Tiger Reserves and stretches from the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary within the east, to the Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary within the west.

Take Meppadi in Kerala, the place the younger girl died. The gram panchayat authorities say that solely 17 homestays had been functioning with correct permits throughout the panchayat limits, whereas the precise variety of such homes might quantity nicely over 100.

Environmental activists estimate that there are at the very least 300 unlawful homestays throughout Wayanad district. 

A few of these homestays are run deep contained in the forest areas or proper within the eco-sensitive zone (ESZ), with the valleys of Vythiri, Banasura, Tollayiramkandi and Chembra hills being notably fashionable.

Wayanad District Tourism Promotion Council secretary B Anand says that after the monetary crunches triggered because of Covid-19, there was the next demand for tents because it was a less expensive various to resort rooms.

In October final 12 months, the Supreme Courtroom ordered the eviction of 39 resorts from Masinagudi contemplating its ecological significance.

In Karnataka, the eco-sensitive zones across the Bandipur and Nagarahole tiger reserves have just lately emerged as hotspots for eco-tourism and appear to be heading the way in which of Wayanad and Masinagudi. 

Unauthorised buildings

Within the Mangala gram panchayat, a notified eco-sensitive zone adjoining to the Bandipur Tiger Reserve, locals and authorities officers estimates that there are at the very least 20 unlawful homestays which can be functioning. Fourteen ‘unlawful constructions’ had been served notices in April final 12 months. There are comparable estimates for unlawful homestays functioning alongside the Kabini backwaters on the fringes of Nagarahole Nationwide Park, inflicting air pollution on this delicate area.

A 2017 report in Karnataka confirmed that simply seven of the 51 resorts functioning round nationwide parks had been authorised by the Forest Division. Across the Bandipur TR, simply 4 homestays and two resorts have the requisite permissions. 

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Since 2016, the Forest Division has served 38 notices for violations in Bandipur alone, with 25 of those notices being served simply this 12 months. Within the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve (MTR), the Nilgiris district administration has recognized 821 unlawful buildings, together with resorts and homestays. Closure notices have been issued to 55 such locations. 

Officers within the Nilgiris district administration say they’re gathering particulars of unauthorised vacationer cottages, lodges, homestays, and resorts within the delicate area. 

However how did these resorts come up within the first place?

Alongside the street from Mangala to Yelchatti village in Gundlupet taluk close to Bandipur, massive homes with in depth photo voltaic fences, compound partitions and even air-con items are more and more frequent.

Praveen (title modified), who works as a forest guard in Bandipur, says his household owns greater than 23 acres of land that’s mendacity idle. “Due to the fixed animal raids on crops, lots of people who used to domesticate the land left it idle,” he says.  

It is a main purpose for villagers to promote their land. “Now, at the very least 20% of the land right here is within the hand of outsiders,” says Praveen.

“Folks from Bengaluru and different locations are developing lavish homes there. They don’t put a homestay board. Some run homestays and others construct a home and get their mates and family members,” says T Balachandra, former director of the Bandipur Tiger Reserve. 

Umesh, a resident of Mangala, describes how the street to the village sees a cavalcade of SUVs and vehicles over the weekend, indicating the presence of those homestays within the space. Most individuals come to homestays by means of word-of-mouth publicity or after asking the locals, who take them there.

“Bandipur is a hotspot for tourism. The authorized resorts listed below are too costly and it’s onerous to get rooms there. So the vacationers ask round and go for native homestays, the place they’re charged Rs 1,500 per day for his or her keep and meals,” says an official within the gram panchayat. The rise in the usage of plastic and unscientific disposal of waste, which is expressly prohibited beneath the ESZ guidelines, might spell a demise knell for this buffer zone. 

No readability on legal guidelines

Mentioning to a number of cases of “lavish buildings” being constructed with out permissions, a former principal chief conservator of forests says, “The forest division has fully absolved itself of any accountability.” 

He blames lack of proactive motion from the Forest Division in implementing the ESZ legal guidelines for the present state of affairs.

Talking to officers, it turns into obvious that there’s little coordination between the income, panchayat and forest departments in implementing the legal guidelines, which leaves scope for his or her misinterpretation and unlawful constructions to crop up. 

“There’s a committee for the Eco-sensitive zone. No matter complaints which have come to the committee have been addressed and closure orders have been issued,” says S R Natesh, the Director of Bandipur Challenge Tiger.

Concerning the development of buildings that occur with out permissions from the Forest Division, he says, “Earlier it was occurring when it was an offline system. Now land conversions requests occur on-line and so they have to return to all departments involved.”

Malavika Solanki, a conservationist who has constructed a farmhouse close to Lokkere village, is among the a number of new residents within the village who’ve acquired notices for unlawful development. “The Deputy Commissioner has issued notices selectively for dwellings within the area. They themselves don’t have any readability on what’s permissible and beneath what situations,” she says.

“When you do have restrictions, why do you permit the sale of income land? Can’t they’ve clear tips to make sure there isn’t any ambiguity?” she asks.

Political stress 

In Kerala, Forest Minister Ok Raju informed the Meeting just lately that political stress and stress from varied non secular organisations was a serious hindrance in evicting encroachers, aside from pending court docket circumstances.

A latest notification from the Central authorities, declaring 34 km across the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary as an ecologically delicate zone has triggered resentment.

“The tahsildar goes and conducts an enquiry, submits a report back to the Gram Panchayat and Income authorities who present the licenses. There’s a nexus right here,” says Balachandra. He says that influential native leaders usually get entangled and ignore guidelines or circumvent permissions required from the Forest Division for the conversion of the land. 

He additionally stresses that each one the departments in eco-sensitive zones must act collectively and be certain that permissions are in place earlier than any construction comes up. 

Ecological disturbance 

“The query is the gravity of disturbance to the animals. Mudumalai to Bandipur is a vital elephant hall. Now the elephants are discovering different routes and going helter-skelter. This creates scope for extra lack of life and property,” says Balachandra.

“This may trigger a whole lot of turmoil within the days to return. It should improve conflicts with wildlife and we are going to attain a stage the place the forest division will likely be helpless,” he provides.

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In Tamil Nadu for example, 219 individuals have misplaced their lives in battle with elephants from 2014 to 2019 and nearly all of these deaths are from areas close to Coimbatore, Pollachi and the Nilgiris. These are districts adjoining Mudumalai and a rise within the presence of resorts on this area is probably going so as to add to the human-animal battle. 

Extra tourism

Kodagu is estimated to have 800 – 900 registered homestays. “Many homestays are unregistered to keep away from taxes and are extra like guesthouses or resorts,” says C P Muthanna, the previous president of the Coorg Wildlife Society

“In 2019, there was an 18 lakh footfall of vacationers, in opposition to a inhabitants of 6 lakh within the district. There’s a want to control tourism, not advertise. Hill stations like Kodagu have a fragile ecology and we have to take care,” Muthanna says. 

The speedy bloom of resorts and homestays in delicate zones provides an unwelcome dimension — the vacationer — to a panorama already fraught with human-animal conflicts. Except checked, it might have critical ecological ramifications sooner or later.

(With inputs from E T B Sivapriyan)

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Comprising Two Main Resorts ensconced within the lush greenery of the Nilgiri Hills – Nijaguna Residency at K Gudi, Nijaguna Resort and Spa in Gundlupete, Bandipur and Nijaguna Budget Hotels Chamarajnagar, they all have one thing in common – offering guests an unbelievable holiday experience that transforms each stay into something unique and special.

Three decades ago a beacon for excellence was established. This was the Nijaguna Group that successfully forayed into the world of Agricultural Implements, Tractors, Steel, Cement and Construction. These lucrative and profitable ventures laid the foundation for Nijaguna Group embarking into the world of hospitality in 2011 with Nijaguna Residency, a stunning resort spread over an area of 3 acres.

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Discover Comfort and Value: The Best Budget Hotels in Gundlupet

When planning a trip to the picturesque town of Gundlupet, finding the perfect place to stay often tops the list of priorities. Gundlupet, often referred to as the "Flower Town of Karnataka," is the gateway to some of South India’s most breathtaking destinations, including Bandipur National Park and Wayanad. If you're searching for affordable yet comfortable accommodations, budget hotels in Gundlupet offer a blend of convenience, amenities, and value for money.

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At Misty Rock, we prioritize guest satisfaction by offering exceptional services, including cozy accommodations and delightful dining experiences, ensuring a memorable and comfortable stay.

Comfortable Rooms: Spacious, well-maintained, and thoughtfully designed rooms equipped with modern amenities, providing the perfect retreat for relaxation and rejuvenation.

2. Delicious Dining: Enjoy a variety of mouthwatering dishes, from local specialties to multi-cuisine options, prepared with care to satisfy every palate.

Things to Enjoy Around Gundlupet While at Misty Rock, you'd be lucky to discover many attractions in and around Gundlupet. Here are some of the popular places to visit:

Bandipur National Park: Renowned for its wildlife safaris, Bandipur offers glimpses of majestic tigers, elephants, and diverse flora and fauna.

2. Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary: A short distance away, this sanctuary is made for bird watchers and nature lovers.

3. Gopalaswamy Betta: A lovely hill temple amidst misty landscapes; it is a popular spot for trekking and spiritual journeying.

4. Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary: A biodiversity hotspot, Mudumalai is home to exotic bird species and animals amidst lush greenery and serene landscapes.

Why Misty Rock Stays True To Budget Travelling

Misty Rock can definitely not be termed a no-frills budget travel destination. Here is what makes it both - a hotel contract and therefore an accommodation offering for an unforgettable trip:

1.Perfect Location for Travelers: Strategically located near major attractions, Misty Rock ensures seamless access to explore Gundlupet's natural beauty and nearby destinations.

2.Comfort and Serenity: Experience cozy, well-appointed rooms in a tranquil setting, providing the ideal escape for relaxation and rejuvenation after your adventures.

Local Flavors and Dining: Savor authentic regional dishes alongside multi-cuisine delights at Misty Rock’s in-house restaurant, offering a delightful culinary journey.

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Does Misty Rock have parking?

Misty Rock has free parking facilities for hire so that car travelers can enjoy a hassle-free experience.

What is the prominent sightseeing spot around Gundlupet?

Bandipur Park, Gopalaswamy Betta, Sri Chikkamma Devi Temple, Gundlupet , Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary.

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Definitely! Misty Rock accepts online bookings through various travel channels as well as through its own official website.

Therefore, it is a favorable spot for travelers looking for natural beauty, wildlife adventures, and cultural experiences to explore. Moreover, by staying at Misty Rock, one of the greatest budget hotels in Gundlupet, you can have a comfortable yet memorable stay at a much lower cost. So get your bags ready and head out to discover all of Gundlupet without burning a hole in your pockets!

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