Madikeri

Madikeri is a new, virgin and unexplored hill station situated in the state of Karnataka. Nestled in the Western Ghats at a height of 1230 m, Madikeri is ideal for those seeking to spend their holiday in solitude. The lovely weather of the place all through the year makes it attractive to tourists. Kaveri River is visible from here. The attractions include Raja's Seat, Madikeri Fort, Elephant Camp and Omkareshwara Temple. Abbey Falls is 8 km from Madikeri. You can also visit Talakaveri, the source of the Kaveri River.

Visiting Hours: All time, Everyday

Abbey Falls

How to Reach

Trains are running from Bangalore to Mysore. Madikeri is 120 km from Mysore.

Accommodation

KSTDC Hotel Mayura Valley View
Tariff - Rs. 2000-2800/-
Tel: (08272) 228387

Hotel Kaveri
Tariff - Rs. 900-1400/-
Tel: (08272) 225492

Hotel Chitra
Tariff - Rs. 750-1000/-
Tel: (08272) 225372

Corbett National Park

Corbett National Park is situated in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. This national park was originally established in the year 1936 as Hailey National Park. The park spans over an area of 1318 sq km and its elevation ranges from 600-1100 m above sea level. The Corbett National Park hosts a wide range of animals including the Himalayan Black Bear, Sambhar, Elephant, Leopard, Wild Dogs and of course the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger. The forest is also home to more than 580 species of birds and 25 species of reptiles. The main entrance to this jungle is the town of Ramnagar.

Visiting Hours: 6:30 hrs to 17:30 hrs

Corbett National Park

How to Reach

Trains are running from Delhi to Ramnagar. Ramnagar serves as an entry point to the Corbett National Park.

Accommodation

KMVN Tourist Resthouse
Tariff - Rs. 1600-2200/-
Tel: (05947) 251225

Hotel Corbett Plaza
Tariff - Rs. 1500-2500/-
Tel: (05947) 282360

Corbett Safari Park
Tariff - Rs. 2500-3500/-
Tel: (05947) 284201

Thiruchendur

Thiruchendur is a seaside temple town located in Thoothukudi district of Tamil Nadu. The main attraction of the place is the Thiruchendur Murugan Temple dedicated to Lord Murugan. There are a total of 6 temples in Tamil Nadu which have been dedicated to Lord Murugan out of which the Thiruchendur Murugan Temple is one of the most notable. Apart from the temple, Thiruchendur also hosts a beautiful sea beach which is an added attraction for tourists. The beach is dotted with palm trees and is absolutely suitable for sea-bathing. Tuticorin is 34 km from Thiruchendur. Tuticorin is known as 'Pearl City' due to the pearl fishing carried out in the town.

Visiting Hours: All time, Everyday

Thiruchendur Sea Beach

How to Reach

Thiruchendur is well connected to other major cities of the country via regular trains. Train is also running from Chennai Egmore to Thiruchendur.

Accommodation

Hotel Tamil Nadu
Tariff - Rs. 700-1600/-
Tel: (04639) 242268

Hotel Chitra Park
Tariff - Rs. 700-3000/-
Tel: (04639) 243766

Wild Ass Sanctuary

Wild Ass Sanctuary is situated in the Little Rann of Kutch in the western parts of Gujarat. The sanctuary was established in the year 1973 and spans over an area of 4953 sq km. It is the largest abode of the Indian Wild Ass (Equas Hemionus Khur) in the country. This rare animal is found nowhere else in the world. Apart from the wild ass, the sanctuary is home to Nilgai, desert fox, black buck, hyena and wolf. Birds like flamingo, pelican, common crane and other migratory birds visit this place during winter.

Visiting Hours: 10:30 hrs to 18:30 hrs, Mon-Sat

Wild Ass Sanctuary

How to Reach

The Wild Ass Sanctuary is 130 km from Ahmedabad, 45 km from Viramgam, 175 km from Rajkot and 265 km from Bhuj, accessible from all of these by ST buses. The nearest railway stations are Dhrangadhra - 16 km, Ahmedabad - 130 km and Rajkot - 175 km The Sanctuary has three main access points: Dhrangadhra, Range Bajana and Range Aadeshwar. Range Bajana is the best place to enter in the winter as the wetlands that house migratory birds are closest to it. Dhrangadhra is the easiest place to find transportation and accommodation.

Accommodation

Rann Riders
Tariff - Rs. 2000-2500/-
Tel: 9925236014

Saputara

Saputara, the abode of the serpants is the only hill station in Gujarat. Situated at a height of 1000 m above sea level Saputara is a picturesque hill station. The cool climate, scenic views and lush greenery attracts lots of tourists. Saputara is an ideal place for watching sunrise and sunset. Boating facilities are available in the lake. The best time to visit Saputara is between the months of March and November.

Visiting Hours: All time, Everyday

Saputara Lake

How to Reach

The town of Waghai is 51 km away. Ahmedabad: 409 km. Surat: 164 km. Mumbai: 250 km. Vadodara: 309 km. There are buses and private luxury coaches from Surat, Waghai and Ahmedabad. If you are coming by a private car, than National Highway might be quicker, but the state highway will offers a stunningly scenic drive. The nearest railway station is Waghai, on the Billimora-Waghai narrow gauge section of the Western Railway. For those coming from Gujarat via Surat or Ahmedabad or even from Mumbai, Billimora is the more convenient rail head, and a direct bus service is available from there. The nearest airport is Vadodara, 309 km away.
Accommodation

Hotel Chitrakoot
Tariff - Rs. 2600-3600/-
Tel: (02631) 237221

Toran Hill Resort
Tariff - Rs. 800-1700/-
Tel: (02631) 237226

Hotel Patang
Tariff - Rs. 4000-4500/-
Tel: (02631) 237251

Mount Abu

Mount Abu is the sole hill station of Rajasthan nestled at a height of 1219 m in the Aravalli Hills. The prime attraction of Mount Abu is the Dilwara Temple. Tourists from all over the country visit Mount Abu to see the exquisite carvings on the walls of this Jain temple. Another popular tourist spot in Mount Abu is the Nakki Lake. There is boating facility in the lake. Other attractions include Gurushikhar, Lover's Point, Peace Park, Honeymoon Point, Sunset Point and Gomukh Temple.

Visiting Hours: All time, Everyday

Nakki Lake

How to Reach

The nearest airport to Mount Abu is Maharana Pratap Udaipur Airport, Dabok (Udaipur) 207 km. One can hire a taxi to get to Mount Abu. The nearest railway station is Abu Road (29 km) situated on Mumbai-Ahmedabad-Ajmer-Jaipur-Delhi route. From Abu Road one can take a taxi, jeep or bus to Mount Abu. Ahmedabad is 222 km via Palanpur. Jodhpur is 235 km via Sirohi and Pali. Udaipur is 156 km via Pindwara. Jaipur is 509 km via Pali-Ajmer. It is connected to all the major towns in northern and western India.

Accommodation

Hotel Shikhar
Tariff - Rs. 1100-2950/-
Tel: (02974) 238944

Hotel Saraswati
Tariff - Rs. 750-1200/-
Tel: (02974) 238887

Hotel Sunrise Palace
Tariff - Rs. 2000-4000/-
Tel: (02974) 235573

Hotel Lake View
Tariff - Rs. 800-1200/-
Tel: (02974) 238659

Nal Sarovar

Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary is located 65 km from Ahmedabad in Gujarat. The place received its status of bird sanctuary in the year 1969. The sanctuary spans over an area of 11500 hectares. There are a total of 360 islets in this lake. Every winter hundreds of migratory birds from Europe visit this place. Birds like flamingo, heron, pelican, crane are seen in the islets of the lake during the months of December to March. Boating is also done in the waters of Nal Sarovar lake.

Visiting Hours: 06:00 hrs to 18:00 hrs, Everyday

Nal Sarovar

How to Reach

The nearest railway station are Viramgam (40 km) and Ahmedabad (64 km). The nearest airport is Ahmedabad (64 km). Buses are plying from Ahmedabad to Nal Sarovar. Hired cars are also available from Ahmedabad to reach Nal Sarovar.

Accommodation

Green Mango Lake Resort Club
Tariff - Rs. 5000-5800/-
Tel: (079) 26440626, 26560637,  26560360, 26445037

Tourist Resthouse
Tariff - Rs. 750-1200/-
Tel: (02715) 245083