Deoghar
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Baba Baidyanath Temple
One of the twelve Jyotirlingas, and the spiritual heart of Deoghar.
Naulakha Mandir
A tall, striking temple dedicated to Radha-Krishna, named after its construct...
Nandan Pahar
A hilltop park with city views, a small lake and family attractions.
Tapovan Hills
Caves and hilltop shrines associated with meditation and ascetic practice.
Trikuta Parvat
A three-peaked hill with a ropeway, cave shrine and panoramic views.
Shivganga
A sacred tank near Baba Baidyanath Temple used by pilgrims before darshan.
Satsang Ashram
A peaceful spiritual centre associated with Sri Sri Thakur Anukulchandra in D...
Rishikesh
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Parmarth Niketan
One of Rishikesh's largest ashrams, known for its riverside Ganga Aarti, yoga...
Beatles Ashram (Chaurasi Kutia)
The abandoned ashram where The Beatles studied meditation in 1968, now covere...
Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
A revered Shiva temple in the forested hills above Rishikesh, marking the spo...
Kunjapuri Devi Temple
A hilltop Shakti Peeth temple famous for one of the best sunrise views over t...
Rajaji National Park
A major wildlife reserve bordering Rishikesh, home to elephants, tigers and l...
Shivpuri
A riverside camping and rafting hub upstream of Rishikesh, the standard start...
Vashishta Gufa
A cave meditation site on the Ganga's banks associated with the sage Vashisht...
Laxman Jhula
Rishikesh's iconic 450-foot iron suspension bridge across the Ganga, and the ...
Ram Jhula
A second, sturdier suspension bridge linking Swarg Ashram to Muni Ki Reti, at...
Triveni Ghat
Rishikesh's principal bathing ghat on the Ganga, and the site of the town's m...
Beatles Ashram
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Gita Bhawan
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Sivananda Ashram
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Haridwar
Visit Haridwar →Har Ki Pauri
Haridwar's holiest ghat, where the Ganga is believed to leave the mountains a...
Mansa Devi Temple
A hilltop Shakti temple reached by ropeway or a steep trek, offering panorami...
Chandi Devi Temple
A Shakti Peeth temple on Neel Parvat across the Ganga, reached by ropeway, an...
Maya Devi Temple
An ancient Shakti Peeth temple in the heart of the city, considered Haridwar'...
Bharat Mata Mandir
An eight-storey temple dedicated to Mother India rather than a single deity, ...
Sapt Rishi Ashram & Sapt Sarovar
A peaceful stretch where the Ganga splits into seven channels, named for the ...
Vaishno Devi Temple, Haridwar
A scaled replica of the famous Jammu shrine, built with tunnels and cave-like...
Daksha Mahadev Temple
An ancient Shiva temple in Kankhal linked to the mythological self-immolation...
Patanjali Yogpeeth
A large yoga, Ayurveda and wellness campus founded by Swami Ramdev, with a re...
Chilla Wildlife Sanctuary (Rajaji National Park)
The main safari zone of Rajaji Tiger Reserve near Haridwar, with elephants, l...
Bangalore
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Lalbagh Botanical Garden
A historic 240-acre botanical garden with a glasshouse and ancient rock forma...
Cubbon Park
A large green park in the city centre, surrounded by colonial-era buildings.
Bangalore Palace
A Tudor-style royal palace built by the Wadiyar dynasty.
Vidhana Soudha
Karnataka's imposing legislative building, and one of Bangalore's best-known ...
ISKCON Temple Bangalore
A large hilltop Krishna temple complex in north Bangalore.
Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
An eighteenth-century teak palace built for Tipu Sultan.
Bannerghatta National Park
A national park on the city's southern edge with a zoo and safari.
Nandi Hills
A hill station north of Bangalore, best known for its sunrise views.
Goa
Visit Goa →Basilica of Bom Jesus
UNESCO World Heritage baroque church in Old Goa holding the relics of St. Fra...
Se Cathedral Old Goa
One of the largest churches in Asia, built to mark the Portuguese victory ove...
Church of St Francis of Assisi
Old Goa church adjoining Se Cathedral, with an attached archaeological museum.
Fort Aguada
17th-century Portuguese coastal fort with a working lighthouse at the mouth o...
Chapora Fort
Ruined hilltop fort above Vagator, known for panoramic sunset views and its f...
Cabo de Rama Fort
Remote South Goa fort on a dramatic clifftop, one of the region's oldest fort...
Dudhsagar Falls
One of India's tallest waterfalls, on the Goa–Karnataka border, reached by fo...
Palolem Beach
South Goa's best-known crescent bay, calm and scenic, with silent discos at n...
Baga Beach
North Goa's busiest beach, dense with shacks, water sports and nightlife.
Anjuna Beach
Rocky, characterful North Goa beach famous for its Wednesday flea market and ...
Calangute Beach
Goa's largest and most visited beach, the commercial heart of the North Goa c...
Arambol Beach
Far-north Goa beach with a long-stay, alternative-wellness scene and a fresh...
Agonda Beach
Wide, quiet South Goa beach known for genuine relaxation and turtle nesting.
Butterfly Beach
Small, secluded South Goa cove near Palolem, reachable only by boat or a jung...
Fontainhas Latin Quarter Panaji
Panaji's Portuguese-era Latin Quarter, a grid of painted heritage houses and ...
Shri Mangueshi Temple
One of Goa's most important Hindu temples, in a distinctive Goan architectura...
Dr Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
Mangrove bird sanctuary on Chorão Island, reached by ferry from Ribandar near...
Divar Island
Quiet river island near Old Goa with Portuguese-era villages and almost no to...
Hyderabad
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Qutb Shahi Tombs
The domed tombs of the Qutb Shahi rulers, set in landscaped gardens.
Charminar
The sixteenth-century monument at the heart of Hyderabad's Old City.
Golconda Fort
A vast hilltop fort famous for its acoustics and Qutb Shahi history.
Ramoji Film City
One of the world's largest film studio complexes, run as a theme park.
Hussain Sagar Lake
A large lake between Hyderabad and Secunderabad with a monolithic Buddha statue.
Salar Jung Museum
One of India's largest museums, built from a single family's collection.
Chowmahalla Palace
The restored palace of the Nizams, built around four courtyards.
Birla Mandir
A white marble hilltop temple overlooking the city.
Mumbai
Visit Mumbai →Gateway of India
Mumbai's most iconic landmark, an arch built in 1924 overlooking the harbour.
Elephanta Caves
A UNESCO World Heritage rock-cut cave complex on an island, reached by ferry.
Marine Drive
A 3.6 km curved seafront promenade nicknamed the 'Queen's Necklace'.
Haji Ali Dargah
A mosque and tomb on an islet, connected to the mainland by a causeway visibl...
Siddhivinayak Temple
One of Mumbai's most visited Ganesh temples, especially busy on Tuesdays.
Juhu Beach
One of Mumbai's most popular beaches, known for street food and sunset crowds.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CST)
A UNESCO World Heritage Victorian Gothic railway station and Mumbai's busiest...
Girgaum Chowpatty
A lively city beach at the northern end of Marine Drive, known for street foo...
Chennai
Visit Chennai →Marina Beach
A 13 km urban beach on the Bay of Bengal, the world's second-longest.
Kapaleeshwarar Temple
A 7th-century Dravidian-style Shiva temple in Mylapore with a 37-metre gopuram.
Fort St George
The first English fortress in India, built in 1644, now housing a colonial-er...
Government Museum, Chennai
One of India's oldest museums, with Chola, Hoysala, Vijayanagar and Chalukya-...
San Thome Basilica
A basilica built over the tomb of St. Thomas the Apostle, on the Marina Beach...
Elliot's Beach (Besant Nagar)
A calmer beach south of Marina, popular with a young crowd and known for the ...
Delhi
Visit Delhi →Chandni Chowk
Old Delhi's historic market street, famous for street food and dense bazaar l...
Red Fort
Shah Jahan's 17th-century Mughal fortress-palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Qutub Minar
A 73-metre 12th-century minaret and UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mehrauli.
Humayun's Tomb
A 16th-century Mughal garden-tomb that inspired the Taj Mahal's design.
India Gate
A 42-metre war memorial arch at the heart of ceremonial New Delhi.
Lotus Temple
A lotus-shaped Bahá'í House of Worship, one of Delhi's most photographed mode...
Jama Masjid
One of India's largest mosques, built by Shah Jahan, with a courtyard holding...
Akshardham Temple
A vast modern Hindu temple complex known for its architecture and evening wat...
Baidyanath Dham
Visit Baidyanath Dham →Baba Baidyanath Temple
The main Jyotirlinga shrine — one of Hinduism's twelve most sacred Shiva temp...
Maa Parvati Temple, Baidyanath Dham
The adjacent Shakti temple, connected to the main shrine by a sacred red thread.
Shivganga
A sacred tank where pilgrims bathe before darshan at the main temple.
Naulakha Mandir
A Radha-Krishna temple 1.5 km away, built for nine lakh rupees by a Kolkata d...
Basukinath Temple
The 'court of Baba Bhole Nath' — a twin pilgrimage site about 44 km away, com...
Kaman Chowk / Pera Gali Market
The pedestrian pilgrim lane leading to the temple, lined with prasad, bangle ...
Pune
Visit Pune →Shaniwar Wada
The fortified 18th-century seat of the Peshwas, now a ruined but atmospheric ...
Aga Khan Palace
An 1892 Italianate palace where Gandhi, Kasturba Gandhi and Sarojini Naidu we...
Sinhagad Fort
A hilltop fort with panoramic views, a popular trekking and picnic day trip f...
Lal Mahal
A reconstructed 'Red Palace' tied to the childhood of Shivaji Maharaj.
Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple
One of Pune's most visited and richly decorated Ganesh temples.
Vetal Tekdi (Vetal Hill)
Pune's highest hill within city limits, a popular morning trek with a hilltop...
Parvati Hill
A hilltop temple complex with steps and panoramic views over the city.
Kolkata
Visit Kolkata →Victoria Memorial
A grand white-marble memorial to Queen Victoria, now a museum set in 64 acres...
Howrah Bridge
A cantilever bridge over the Hooghly, built in 1874 without a single nut or b...
Dakshineswar Kali Temple
A riverside Kali temple built in 1847 by Rani Rashmoni, spread across 25 acres.
Indian Museum, Kolkata
India's oldest and largest museum, with archaeology, art and natural history ...
Kalighat Kali Temple
One of the 51 Shakti Peethas and the temple the city of Kolkata is believed t...
Park Street
Kolkata's best-known dining and nightlife street, especially lively at Christ...
Belur Math
The headquarters of the Ramakrishna Mission, blending Hindu, Islamic and Chri...
Varanasi
Visit Varanasi →Kashi Vishwanath Temple
One of the twelve Jyotirlingas, with an 800 kg gold-plated tower on the Ganga...
Dashashwamedh Ghat
Varanasi's main ghat, famous for the nightly Ganga Aarti ceremony.
Assi Ghat
The southernmost of Varanasi's ghats, popular for sunrise boat rides and a ca...
Manikarnika Ghat
Varanasi's principal cremation ghat, considered one of the most sacred spots ...
Sarnath
The site of Buddha's first sermon, with the Dhamek Stupa and Ashoka Pillar.
Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple
A Hanuman temple founded by the saint Tulsidas, one of Varanasi's most visite...
Tulsi Manas Temple
A marble temple marking where Tulsidas composed the Ramcharitmanas, with vers...
Ramnagar Fort
An 18th-century fort and former royal residence on the east bank of the Ganga.
Mussoorie
Visit Mussoorie →Kempty Falls
Mussoorie's best-known waterfall and a popular picnic and bathing spot.
Gun Hill
Mussoorie's second-highest point, reached by ropeway, with Himalayan and vall...
Camel's Back Road
Scenic level walking road named for a camel-shaped rock, ideal for sunset str...
Lal Tibba
The highest point in Mussoorie, offering the widest Himalayan panoramas.
Company Garden
Popular landscaped municipal garden with flowerbeds, a small lake and boating.
Cloud's End
Scenic point at the western edge of Mussoorie, surrounded by forest and valle...
Nainital
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Naini Lake
The crescent-shaped lake at the heart of Nainital, famous for boating.
Naina Devi Temple
Revered Shakti Peetha temple on the shore of Naini Lake.
Snow View Point
Popular viewpoint reached by cable car, with Himalayan panoramas.
Tiffin Top (Dorothy's Seat)
Hilltop viewpoint reached by a short trek or pony ride, popular for panoramas.
The Mall Road (Nainital)
Lakeside promenade lined with shops, eateries and hotels — the town's main hub.
Naukuchiatal
Tranquil nine-cornered lake near Nainital, quieter than the main town, good f...
Manali
Visit Manali →Solang Valley
Adventure-sports valley near Manali famous for paragliding, zorbing and winte...
Hadimba Temple
Ancient wooden pagoda-style temple set in a cedar forest, dedicated to Hidimb...
Old Manali
Laid-back riverside quarter known for cafes, guesthouses and a relaxed travel...
Rohtang Pass
High Himalayan mountain pass with snow and dramatic views — seasonal and perm...
Vashisht Hot Springs & Temple
Village known for natural sulphur hot springs and an old stone temple to sage...
Manu Temple
Temple in Old Manali dedicated to the sage Manu, from whom the town takes its...
Shimla
Visit Shimla →The Ridge
The open central promenade of Shimla, lined with colonial landmarks and Himal...
Jakhoo Temple
Hilltop Hanuman temple on Shimla's highest point, reached by a forest trail o...
Viceregal Lodge (Rashtrapati Niwas)
Grand Scottish-Baronial mansion that housed British viceroys, now a research ...
Kufri
Small hill resort near Shimla known for winter snow, viewpoints and pony rides.
Christ Church
Neo-gothic church on the Ridge, one of North India's oldest and a Shimla land...
Mall Road & Scandal Point
Shimla's bustling main promenade and its historic meeting point, Scandal Point.
Darjeeling
Visit Darjeeling →Tiger Hill
Famous sunrise viewpoint with views of Kanchenjunga and, on clear days, Everest.
Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train)
UNESCO World Heritage narrow-gauge railway winding through hills and tea esta...
Batasia Loop
Spiral railway loop with a war memorial and sweeping Kanchenjunga views.
Happy Valley Tea Estate
Historic tea estate near town offering garden walks and tea-processing insight.
Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
High-altitude zoo famed for snow leopards and red pandas, India's largest of ...
Peace Pagoda (Japanese Temple)
Serene white Buddhist pagoda with a neighbouring temple and calm mountain views.
Ooty
Visit Ooty →Nilgiri Mountain Railway
UNESCO World Heritage rack railway climbing to Ooty through the Nilgiri hills.
Government Botanical Garden
Terraced 19th-century botanical garden with lawns, rare trees and a fossil tr...
Ooty Lake
Artificial lake in the heart of Ooty popular for boating.
Doddabetta Peak
The highest peak in the Nilgiris, with a telescope house and sweeping views.
Government Rose Garden
Large terraced rose garden on Elk Hill with thousands of rose varieties.
Pykara Lake & Falls
Scenic lake and waterfall amid shola forest and grassland, popular for boating.
Munnar
Visit Munnar →Eravikulam National Park
High-altitude park protecting the endangered Nilgiri tahr, with rolling grass...
Tea Gardens & Tata Tea Museum
Rolling tea plantations and a museum tracing Munnar's tea-growing heritage.
Mattupetty Dam
Scenic reservoir near Munnar popular for boating and lakeside views.
Top Station
High viewpoint on the Kerala–Tamil Nadu border with sweeping valley vistas.
Echo Point
Lakeside viewpoint famed for its natural echo, amid tea-covered hills.
Kundala Lake
Picturesque dam-lake surrounded by hills, known for boating and seasonal blooms.
Coorg
Visit Coorg →Abbey Falls
Picturesque waterfall set among coffee and spice plantations near Madikeri.
Raja's Seat
Garden viewpoint in Madikeri once favoured by Kodagu kings for sunset views.
Namdroling Monastery (Golden Temple), Bylakuppe
Large Tibetan Buddhist monastery known for its golden statues and vibrant mur...
Dubare Elephant Camp
Riverside forest camp where visitors can interact with and learn about elepha...
Talacauvery
Sacred source of the River Cauvery on Brahmagiri Hill, an important pilgrimag...
Nisargadhama
River-island forest park reached by a hanging bridge, with bamboo groves and ...
Gangtok
Visit Gangtok →Tsomgo (Changu) Lake
High-altitude glacial lake near Gangtok — scenic, sacred and permit-controlled.
MG Marg
Gangtok's pedestrianised central promenade, lined with shops and cafes.
Rumtek Monastery
Major Tibetan Buddhist monastery with striking architecture and mountain views.
Ganesh Tok
Small hilltop temple viewpoint offering panoramic views over Gangtok.
Enchey Monastery
200-year-old Nyingma Buddhist monastery above Gangtok, known for its Chaam da...
Banjhakri Falls
Landscaped waterfall park with folk-culture theming and energy-park attractions.
Mount Abu
Visit Mount Abu →Dilwara Jain Temples
Exquisite 11th–13th century marble Jain temples renowned for intricate carving.
Nakki Lake
Scenic lake at the heart of Mount Abu, popular for boating and evening strolls.
Guru Shikhar
The highest peak of the Aravalli Range, with a temple and panoramic views.
Sunset Point
Popular viewpoint for watching the sun set over the Aravalli hills and plains.
Achalgarh Fort & Achaleshwar Mahadev Temple
Historic hilltop fort with an ancient Shiva temple known for a toe-shaped shr...
Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary
Forested Aravalli sanctuary rich in birdlife, home to varied flora and wildlife.
Dalhousie
Visit Dalhousie →Khajjiar
Saucer-shaped meadow ringed by deodar forest, often called "mini Switzerland".
St. John's Church
Historic British-era Protestant church on Gandhi Chowk, amid deodar trees.
Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary
Forested sanctuary with hiking trails and Himalayan wildlife between Dalhousi...
Dainkund Peak
The highest peak around Dalhousie, with panoramic Dhauladhar views and a hill...
Chamera Lake
Scenic reservoir on the Ravi River, popular for boating and water sports.
Bakrota Hills
Upper ridge of Dalhousie known for a scenic circular walk and snow-peak views.
Dharamshala
Visit Dharamshala →Tsuglagkhang (Dalai Lama Temple Complex)
The Dalai Lama's main temple complex in McLeod Ganj, heart of Tibetan Buddhis...
Triund
Popular ridge-top trek above McLeod Ganj with close-up Dhauladhar views.
Bhagsunag Temple & Waterfall
Old Shiva temple and a popular waterfall near McLeod Ganj.
Church of St. John in the Wilderness
Neo-gothic stone church set in deodar forest between Dharamshala and McLeod G...
Namgyal Monastery
The Dalai Lama's personal monastery within the McLeod Ganj temple complex.
Kangra Valley & HPCA Stadium
One of the world's most scenic cricket stadiums, set against the Dhauladhar r...
Kasauli
Visit Kasauli →The Mall Road (Kasauli)
Kasauli's quiet colonial promenade lined with heritage buildings and views.
Christ Church (Kasauli)
Neo-gothic Anglican church from 1853, a Kasauli landmark with stained glass.
Sunset Point (Lover's Lane area)
Popular viewpoint for sweeping sunset views over the hills and plains.
Christ Church to Monkey Point Walk
Hilltop temple point (Manki Point) with panoramic views, in the cantonment area.
Gilbert Trail
Scenic nature walk along a hillside, popular for birdwatching and quiet views.
Kasauli Brewery (exterior) & Gurkha Fort area
Historic hillside area with one of India's oldest breweries and old fort remn...
Chail
Visit Chail →Chail Palace
Colonial-era palace built by the Maharaja of Patiala, now a heritage hotel.
Chail Cricket Ground
The world's highest cricket and polo ground, set amid deodar forest.
Chail Wildlife Sanctuary
Forested sanctuary known for cheer pheasant, ghoral and rich birdlife.
Kali Ka Tibba
Hilltop temple viewpoint with sweeping Himalayan and valley panoramas.
Sadhupul Lake
Small stream-side spot with cafes set over the water, on the Chail approach.
Gurudwara Sahib Chail
Peaceful gurudwara built during the Maharaja of Patiala's era.
Ranikhet
Visit Ranikhet →Chaubatia Orchards & Gardens
Government fruit orchards famed for apples and Himalayan panoramas.
Jhula Devi Temple
Ancient Durga temple famous for thousands of bells offered by devotees.
Ranikhet Golf Course
One of the highest golf courses in Asia, set amid pine forest.
Kumaon Regimental Centre Museum
Military museum showcasing the history and honours of the Kumaon Regiment.
Haidakhan Babaji Temple
Serene ashram-temple in the hills, popular with spiritual seekers.
Bhalu Dam
Small artificial lake and picnic spot near the golf course.
Almora
Visit Almora →Kasar Devi Temple
Ancient ridge-top temple renowned for its spiritual aura and Himalayan views.
Jageshwar Dham
Cluster of ancient stone temples to Lord Shiva in a deodar forest.
Bright End Corner
Popular viewpoint for sunrise and sunset over the Himalayan ranges.
Nanda Devi Temple (Almora)
Historic temple to the goddess Nanda Devi, centre of the famous local fair.
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
Forested sanctuary with a famous 300-km Himalayan panorama from Zero Point.
Almora Bazaar (Lala Bazaar)
Historic stepped market street known for handicrafts and Kumaoni sweets.
Munsiyari
Visit Munsiyari →Panchachuli Peak Viewpoint
Front-row views of the five snow-capped Panchachuli peaks.
Birthi Falls
High waterfall on the approach to Munsiyari, a scenic roadside stop.
Nanda Devi Temple (Munsiyari)
Ridge-top temple reached by a short trek, with Panchachuli views.
Tribal Heritage Museum
Museum documenting the Bhotiya (Shauka) tribal culture and Johar Valley trade.
Khaliya Top
High alpine meadow and popular short trek with panoramic Himalayan views.
Maheshwari Kund
Small hill lake wrapped in local legend, with peak views.
Auli
Visit Auli →Auli Ski Slopes
India's premier ski slopes, with runs amid snow and Himalayan views.
Joshimath–Auli Ropeway
One of India's longest cable-car ropeways, with aerial Himalayan views.
Auli Artificial Lake
One of the world's highest man-made lakes, created to support snow-making.
Gurso Bugyal
High alpine meadow reached by a short trek, with sweeping peak views.
Joshimath (Jyotirmath)
Sacred base town with an Adi Shankaracharya matha and ancient temples.
Chattrakund
Small, serene lake amid dense forest, a short trek from Auli.
Kalimpong
Visit Kalimpong →Deolo Hill
The highest point in Kalimpong, a landscaped park with panoramic views.
Durpin Monastery (Zang Dhok Palri Phodang)
Hilltop Buddhist monastery with rich murals, consecrated by the Dalai Lama.
Flower Nurseries (Cactus & Orchids)
Renowned nurseries famous for orchids, cacti and cut flowers.
Morgan House
Colonial-era mansion, now a heritage bungalow, set amid gardens and pines.
Thongsa Gompa (Bhutanese Monastery)
The oldest monastery in Kalimpong, dating from the late 17th century.
Lava & Neora Valley
Forested village and national park near Kalimpong, rich in birdlife.
Shillong
Visit Shillong →Elephant Falls
Popular three-tiered waterfall set among ferns and rocks near Shillong.
Umiam Lake (Barapani)
Large scenic reservoir north of Shillong, popular for boating and water sports.
Shillong Peak
The highest point in the area, offering panoramic views over the city and hills.
Ward's Lake
Landscaped colonial-era lake and garden in the heart of Shillong.
Don Bosco Museum
Large museum of Northeast Indian cultures, with a rooftop skywalk.
Laitlum Canyons
Dramatic canyon viewpoint with sweeping views over deep green valleys.
Vagamon
Visit Vagamon →Vagamon Meadows
Rolling green meadows over rolling hills, the signature landscape of Vagamon.
Vagamon Pine Forest
Atmospheric planted pine forest with tall, straight trees and filtered light.
Kurisumala
Hill of pilgrimage with a monastery and cross-lined trekking path.
Thangal Para
Sacred rock and Muslim shrine on a hill, with panoramic views.
Vagamon Paragliding Point
Popular paragliding launch site that hosts international competitions.
Vagamon Lake
Small, calm lake amid the hills, popular for boating and quiet time.
Kodaikanal
Visit Kodaikanal →Kodaikanal Lake
Star-shaped man-made lake at the heart of town, famous for boating and cycling.
Coaker's Walk
Paved cliffside promenade with panoramic valley views.
Pillar Rocks & Guna Caves
Three giant vertical rock pillars and a forested cave area with valley views.
Bryant Park
Landscaped botanical garden near the lake with a rich variety of plants.
Bear Shola Falls
Seasonal forest waterfall near the lake, a quiet picnic spot.
Berijam Lake
Serene forest-fringed reservoir in a conservation area, rich in wildlife.
Coonoor
Visit Coonoor →Sim's Park
Historic 19th-century botanical garden in a ravine, rich in rare species.
Dolphin's Nose
Cliff viewpoint shaped like a dolphin's nose, overlooking deep valleys.
Nilgiri Mountain Railway (Coonoor stretch)
UNESCO toy-train section winding through tea estates around Coonoor.
Lamb's Rock
Cliff viewpoint over the Coimbatore plains and tea slopes.
Ketti Valley Viewpoint
Panorama over one of the world's widest valleys, dotted with villages.
Tea Estates & Highfield Tea Factory
Rolling Nilgiri tea gardens with a working factory tour and tastings.
Chikmagalur
Visit Chikmagalur →Mullayanagiri Peak
The highest peak in Karnataka, a popular high-altitude trek.
Baba Budangiri
Sacred hills linked to the origin of coffee in India, with a shrine and views.
Hebbe Falls
Two-tiered waterfall reached by a jeep ride through coffee estates.
Coffee Estates & Coffee Museum
Rolling coffee plantations with estate stays and the story of Indian coffee.
Kemmanagundi (KR Hills)
Hill retreat with horticultural gardens, waterfalls and the Z Point viewpoint.
Hirekolale Lake
Scenic lake ringed by hills, popular for sunset views near town.
Mahabaleshwar
Visit Mahabaleshwar →Venna Lake
Central man-made lake popular for boating and horse rides.
Arthur's Seat
Dramatic viewpoint over deep valleys, the "Queen of the Points".
Wilson Point (Sunrise Point)
The highest point in Mahabaleshwar, famed for sunrise views.
Mahabaleshwar Temple & Old Kshetra
Ancient Shiva temple and the traditional source of the Krishna River.
Strawberry Farms
Farms where visitors can see (and in season, pick) Mahabaleshwar's famous str...
Pratapgad Fort
Historic hill fort of Shivaji, with ramparts and sweeping views.
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