The agrarian eco-village of Kilivarai (or Kilavarai) and the scenic hill station of Kodaikanal (meaning ‘Gift of the forest’ in Tamil) in Tamil Nadu lie in a lush, verdant world where travelers can retreat into for a truly nature-inspired vacation.   History  The unique shola forests make for a stunning backdrop for Kodaikanal, which is […]

Coonoor, a quieter city near Ooty is the second largest hill station of Nilgiris, situated 1850 m above sea level.   History Coonoor the home ground of Toda tribe is bestowed with beautiful landscapes and has a pleasant weather condition all year round, unlike Ooty that can totally freeze during peak winter. The structural face of […]

Sakleshpur’s enchanting mountains, scenic roads, and lush coffee estates are perfect ingredients to make a good weekend holiday. History  A historical town, Sakleshpur has been ruled by Chalukyas and Hoysalas for many years. According to popular legends, during the reign of the Hoysalas, a broken Shivalinga was discovered here and the name ‘Sakleshpur’ came about. […]

Located 3500 feet above sea level on the Annamalai Mountain range, Valparai is a verdant green land of mountains, mist, tea estates, sparkling water falls, forest reserves and dams, making it a beautiful destination for weekenders. Valparai is a scenic hill station situated 104 Km from the city of Coimbatore History In 1846 Ramasamy Mudalaiyar […]