Places to visit in South India during Summers

Summer is a great time to visit hill stations. Some favourite ones in South India are:

Ooty - Ooty in Tamil Nadu is the most popular destination of South India in summers. It is an evergreen hill station and can be visited throughout the year. Other names of Ooty are Ootacamund and Udhagamandalam and it is situated at an altitude of 2,240 mts. above sea level. There are lots of places to see and things to do here. Major attractions are flower shows, botanical gardens, Doddabetta lake, Ooty lake, Pykara Lake, waterfalls, sunset points, tea plantations, Tiger Hill etc.

Kodaikanal - This is another popular hill station in Tamil Nadu. In Kodaikanal, the nature can be experienced at its closest. Kodaikanal or Kodai is situated at a height of 2,195 mts above sea level and is a quiet hill station. It is also known as the 'Princess of Hill Stations'. The scenic beauty is untouched. Attractions here are Star-shaped lake, Silver cascade falls, Solar Observatory, Vattakanal falls etc and many more. 

Munnar - Munnar is a hill retreat located in Kerala. It is located in the Western Ghats range of mountains and is 1,600 mts above sea level. Beauty at its best, Munnar is full of peaceful surroundings, lush greenery, expansive tea gardens. The hill station came to limelight recently due the shooting of a part of the famous movie 'Life of Pi'. Munnar is just 130 kms from the hub of Kerala, Cochin railway station.

Mahabaleshwar - Mahabaleshwar is a picturesque hill resort located in the lap of mountain ranges of Western Ghats. It is at a height of 1,372 mts  and around 115 kms southwest of Pune, a major commercial town of Maharashtra. You can have breathtaking views of lush valleys, soaring peaks, beautiful rivers, vast forests etc. It is very popular among couples as an awesome honeymoon destination. It is also the highest hill station in Western India. So, pack your bags and head for Mahabaleshwar. 

Coorg - Considered a land of farmers, Coorg, is a small hill station in Karnataka but is very popular throughout India. Intoxicating aroma of Coffee estates, rich flora and fauna, and amazing peace and tranquility describe the town of Coorg. Monsoon starts from July here, so summer is the best time to visit. It is also known as the 'Scotland of India' and 'Kashmir of the South'. So, you can imagine the beauty here. It is atop hills of Western Ghats at 3,500 mts above sea level. Major attractions here are trekking, bird-watching, spice and coffee plantations etc. Also, visit Coorg for the amazing people here and their distinct culture. 

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Welcome to India

Hi everyone.... this is a blog I dedicate to my Nation 'India' and here I will explore different facets of my country - its cities, towns, culture, history, exotic locations, scenic beauty and much more. 

My country has so much to offer and I want people residing outside India to definitely come and visit us. Right from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, India is full of richness, diversity and variety. 

We are so different, yet we have so much in common.

There are many books, television stories and websites out there which give a nice look and feel of the country. But, all that is nothing in comparison to your own experiences when you personally land here.

Welcome to India. 

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History

The history of Lucknow is various centuries old. Lucknow and its neighbouring areas were known as Awadh or Oudh. It was called the ‘Granary of India’ and was a wealthy kingdom. The region has been ruled by the Delhi Sultanate, Sharqi Sultanate, Mughal empire, Nawabs of Awadh, the East India Company and the British before gaining independence in 1947. 

As I read from various sources and was quite astonished myself to know that ‘Lucknow’ has derived its name from the younger brother of Lord Rama, Lakshaman, who was also called Lakhan lovingly. At Lord Rama’s orders, Lakshman has set up his capital in the area and the place was known as Lakshamanpur or Lakhanmau. As time passed, the city came to be known as Lakhnau and after the arrival of britishers, it came to be known as Lucknow. 

For the pride of every Lucknowite, the city was one of the main participants in the national struggle for freedom and was one of the major centres of the First war of Indian Independence in 1857. During those years, Lucknow emerged as an important city in North India. 

A major role in the city’s culture has been played by ‘Nawabs’ due to which the city has got its famous title. ‘Nawab’ meaning ‘assistant’ were actually the governors appointed by the Mughal empire to assist in managing the administration. Under the reigns of the Nawabs, the inherent culture of Lucknow flourished and it marked the beginning of a tradition which is still popular. The most important contribution given by Nawabs has been the composite culture that has been known as the Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb.

The history of Lucknow, as the rest of India, is actually much more wide and detailed and has many chapters. But, the brief which we should all know is the above. In the later parts, I will write about other important aspects of the Lucknow city.

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Introduction

I know I am a bit late but how can I forget to start a blog about the place I love the most in the world. The city where I spent my growing-up years, the city which helped me make many lifelong friends and the city which has most happiest & cherishable memories, My Lucknow.

Lucknow, as everybody knows, is called the ‘City of Nawabs’. Yes, the name has a rich history behind it. The city’s design has been greatly influenced by several Mughal emperors and incorporates their rich culture. Hence, the title. It is also known as the ‘Golden city of India’.

The society here is famous throughout the world for its etiquette and mehmaan-nawazi. The guests are literally regarded as god here and the phrase ‘AthitiDevoBhava’ holds its maximum meaning in this city. It is humorously also famous for its ‘pehle aap’ culture and people in other parts of India sometimes make fun out of it. But, honestly, I feel that pehle aap is a mannerism which takes a strong-willed personality and you will be amazed to find even the richest and the powerful following it which makes me feel really proud.

The above was a small brief about my city. In this blog, I will keep posting various facets in the personality of Lucknow like about its many monuments, its various institutions and many other things. So, look forward to more and also, ideas are most welcome.

Stay tuned……. !!!

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