From Kodaikanal To Coonoor: Explore Colonial Charm Of South Indian Hill-Stations

From tea plantations to cobblestone stone, explore the hill stations that are like a history of the nature and time so perfectly mixed with that old colonial charm.

South Indian Hill-Stations

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The hill stations of South India are among some of the most beautiful scenic paradise that not only attract the attention of people who visit them bt also old stories of the past during the colonial period. Places like these, secluded and far from green landscapes with cloudy mists, were british officials left behind architectural beauty with a lot of cultural heritage.

From tea plantations to cobblestone stone, these hill stations are like a history of the nature and time so perfectly mixed with that old colonial charm.

1. Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu:

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Kodaikanal has shouting traces to its British colonial past. Lakes like Kodaikanal Lake and Bryant Park were set up during the British colonial rule, and remain today as some of the most important landmarks. So much the peaceful environment, developments laid during the British era speak of its historical value. 

2. Munnar, Kerala:

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In this mountainous town, antique-style tea factories and bungalows from the British era still dot the landscape, rendering it a beautiful throwback in time. The Tea Museum in Munnar offers an insight into the city during colonial times; it serves as a museum for the history of tea cultivation. Visitors can visit the plantations and learn about the region's cultural heritage while enjoying the beauty of its green landscape.

3. Chikmagalur, Karnataka:

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Chikmagalur is a picturesque hill station famous for its colonial coffee estates. Colonial-style bungalows reflect the coffee cultivation history of the area. The plantations can be visited, where a lot to learn about the history is. It is a peaceful getaway with a blend of nature and culture.

4. Yercaud, Tamil Nadu:

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Historical monuments of the bygone colonial period can still be viewed in Yercaud, such as the Lady's Seat viewpoint, which gives a fine view of the hills nearby. The town of Salem District has old coffee plantations and sites that showcase the town's British heritage. 

5. Coonoor, Tamil Nadu:

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Coonoor is a small place beyond Ooty, famous for its colonial architecture and tranquillity. The Nilgiri Mountain Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, creates a nostalgic touch to the locality. This little town boasts some quaint older homes and gardens that hark back to its colonial pasts. It is a sound destination for history and nature lovers.

6. Araku Valley, Andhra Pradesh:

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Araku Valley is one such hill station that is absolutely blessed with nature's beauty steered by promising tribal culture along with having a somewhat colonial past while being a coffee-producing area. The visitors will allow themselves to witness the beautiful coffee plantations and know some traditional local practices.