It is in the best of our dreams to travel to every part of the world. 8 out of 10 people have the desire to travel to every nook and corner of the world before they die. To start with, here is a list of some beautiful places that you can visit without having to worry about the budget.
GOKARNA
If you are a beach person and you want to experience the same feel of Goa but with less crowd then Gokarna is the ideal location for you to visit.
Fitting perfectly under the category of exotic beaches, less crowd and reasonable budget Gokarna is the go-to location for an epic time seaside. Gokarna is located in the state of Karnataka along the western coast.
Gokarna can be reached from cities like Bangalore, Panaji (Goa) and other cities which have a frequent bus and train route. The bike ride from Bangalore to Gokarna is about 500 km with a variety of locations on the way. Gokarna is also known for its temples apart from its beautiful beach view. Being an upcoming town, Gokarna is not heavily crowded and expensive to stay like Goa. Gokarna offers you a pleasant experience at a nominal budget which can be visited around the year.
OOTY
What is more budget-friendly than being able to visit the “Queen of Hill stations” at an affordable price. Ooty is located in the Nilgiri district Tamil Nadu which has a heritage of serving tourists with its chill climate during the hot summers for many decades.
Established during the British colonial period in India, Ooty is filled with spectacular locations which are spread across the area. Also known as the “Blue Mountains”, some of the best places to visit in Ooty is the Dolphin Nose viewpoint, Dodabetta peak and viewpoint, Emerald lake, Tribal Museum and Ooty lake. Flower shows during summer and aromatic tea plantations are some of the popular things that you can explore in Ooty. Easily accessible by road from Coimbatore city, Ooty is located around 99 km from Coimbatore International Airport. Ooty is also home to UNESCO famous Ooty Mountain Rail Service which enables you to have a memorable joyous ride at the laps of mother nature.
HAMPI
If you are a sucker for historic venues and ruin relics then Hampi is close to heaven on earth for you.
Hampi is a renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site which served as the capital city during the Vijayanagara Empire. Hampi which was founded along the Tungabhadra river is now a popular must-visit place among budget travellers. Iconic must-visits in Hampi include Virupaksha Temple, Vithala Temple, The King’s scale, Krishna Temple, Elephant stables, Lotus Mahal, Queen’s Bath, etc. Most of the existing pieces and locations are an example of how flourished India was during the Vijayanagara empire. The Hampi Bazaar is the best place for shopping and to take with you a bit of Hampi. Hampi is located at a distance of 163 km from Hubli and a distance of 340 km from Bangalore by road.
ALAPPUZHA
Also known as Alleppey, this district is known for its exquisite backwaters. Situated around 155 km from Kerala’s capital city Trivandrum and around 55 km Kochi, Alappuzha is described as the “Venice of the East” by travellers visiting the city in olden days. Kerala, also known as God’s Own Country is home to many tourist attractions and nature-based destinations.
The infamous Boat Race happens in Alappuzha during August officiating the festival of Onam. Most of the transport is by boats ferrying people in and out of Alappuzha. HouseBoats is a popular attraction in Alappuzha for travellers who like to stay afloat with the luxury of a hotel. Alappuzha is also home to some famous churches and other monuments. A beautiful destination which you can explore well within a minimal budget, the Nadan fish curry and beef roast are some of the must-try dishes from the city of Alappuzha.
KANYAKUMARI
Last on the list of the best places to visit under a reasonable budget in South India is Kanyakumari.
Kanyakumari is known for its popular viewpoints where Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea and Indian ocean meet. The land where two oceans and sea in the Indian peninsula is also known as the “Triveni Sangamam”. Kanyakumari is the southern part of India and is located in the state of TamilNadu. Home to the most beautiful sunrise and sunset, Kanyakumari is also known for the mighty statue of the infamous Tamil poet Thiruvalluvar, Vivekananda Memorial and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial. Ferry rides are offered from the coast of Kanyakumari to the Thiruvalluvar and Vivekananda Memorial which is located in the Indian ocean. A bike ride from Kanyakumari to Kashmir is the life long ambition story for many bike travellers. Kanyakumari is situated along the borders of Tamil Nadu and Kerala which is the main reason for it to be equally balanced with both the cultures in lifestyle and food. The city is known for both its vegetarian and seafood cuisines. Apart from the southernmost beaches, Kanyakumari also has Thirparappu Waterfalls and Travancore Palace which adds to the wholesomeness of a budget trip.
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