Published 18:30 IST, October 31st 2019
Chennai: Three weekend getaways that are nearer to this city
Chennai has so much to offer and there are many places that a person on a weekend can find near to the city. Find out the 3 interesting places worth the visit.
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Chennai is one of the huge metropolitan city that embraces the touch of old Indian tradition and the new developing modernism. The city has many getaway places to offer which are heavenly and heart-warming. Here are a few places from Chennai that a person can choose to go on for a weekend.
Coorg
Coorg is a hilly place surrounded by greenery everywhere. The pleasant view of this greenery is never-ending and it goes all the way till the eyes can see. It is one of the most famous hill stations in India. The place is not only beautiful but it is also a perfect place to go on a trek. Coorg is a tranquil hill station and the highest peak of that district is Thadiyandamol.
Pondicherry
Pondicherry has a rich history and it was once a part of the French colony in India. Having both French and Tamil cultures submerging in this city, Pondicherry offers both vintage and old Indian-tradition feels. The French quarters in Pondicherry has Sri Aurobindo Ashram, a perfect place to find inner peace. Pondicherry serves as a great holiday place for travellers as it offers everything a traveller needs in his adventure trip.
Ooty
Ooty is one of the most popular holiday destinations in India. A lesser-known fact about the place is that it is said to be the birthplace of Snooker. This heart-melting holiday station offers travellers plenty of recreational activities such as horse-riding, cricket and an array of adventure sports including trekking. This place embraced by Nilgiri Hills offers the viewers with breathless sceneries and refreshing cool breezes.
Chennai is known for its diversity in culture and when it comes to weekends, it is a perfect place to visit and create unforgettable memories. These were a few of the many breath-taking getaway places one can choose to visit from Chennai.
11:36 IST, October 31st 2019