Ecotourism is a responsible and sustainable way of travelling that emphasizes I the conservation of natural resources and the well-being of local communities. It involves nature-based activities where the primary motivation is to observe and appreciate the natural beauty and traditional cultures present in the natural areas. If you're planning a sustainable holiday, consider bookmarking these eight ecotourism destinations in Tamil Nadu for an unforgettable experience.
VALPARAI
Located in the serene embrace of the Anaimalai range in the Western Ghats, Valparai is dotted with plantations of cardamom and cinchona. The region boasts several charming old bungalows transformed into atmospheric accommodations that beckon weary travellers. Embarking on a scenic drive from Coimbatore, you'll encounter the famous 40 hairpin bends that add an element of thrill to your journey. Enjoy panoramic views of misty mountains as you stroll through tea gardens. Learn about the teamaking process and savour a cup of freshly brewed tea amidst the serene surroundings. Visit the Anaimalai Tiger Reserve, formerly the Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, to embark on a wildlife adventure. Home to endangered species like civet cats, tigers, panthers, wild boars, and spotted deer, the reserve also offers a treat for bird enthusiasts with the presence of the Black-headed oriole and the racket-tailed drongo.
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Chutneys For Every Season
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BADGE OF HONOUR
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WHEELS OF TIME
IN 1947, TRAINS CARRYING REFUGEES ACROSS THE BORDER WERE SYMBOLIC OF THE TUMULT OF THE PARTITION.
RAILS OF THE Raj
FROM ITS CONCEPTION TO ITS ROLE IN THE NATION'S HISTORY, THE BRITISH INDIAN RAILWAYS IS A PHENOMENON MARKED AS MUCH BY MARVEL AS AVARICE
THE RHYTHM OF BOLLYWOOD
FROM THE RAILROAD THRILLER MISS FRONTIER MAIL 1936) TO SHAH RUKH KHAN DANCING ON A TRAIN IN DIL SE' 1998), TRAINS HAVE GIVEN UNFORGETTABLE SONG SEQUENCES TO MANY HINDI FILMS
MEMORY'S OASIS
REMEMBRANCES OF GROWING UP IN SEALDAH RAILWAY OFFICERS COLONY IN KOLKATA
A FAREWELL × TO FLAVOURS
FROM CUTLETS AND RAILWAY MUTTON CURRY IN DINING CARS TO THE UNREMARKABLE FARE AVAILABLE TODAY, THE JOURNEY OF FOOD ON THE INDIAN RAILWAY IS FASCINATING
HERITAGE ON THE TRACKS
THE ICONIC DARJEELING HIMALAYAN RAILWAY, FONDLY CALLED THE TOY TRAIN,' HAS HELD ITS UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE STATUS SINCE 1999
HIDDEN LIVES
SPANNING 65,000 KILOMETRES THROUGH DENSELY POPULATED INDIA, THE RAILWAYS ARE A BACKDROP TO COUNTLESS STORIES. 'THE UNRESERVED' BY FILMMAKER SAMARTH MAHAJAN CAPTURES A FEW
JOURNEYS WITHIN AND WITHOUT
FOR IMTIAZ ALI, TRAIN JOURNEYS ARE TRANSFORMATIVE, OFFERING GLIMPSES OF INDIA'S DIVERSE SOCIETY AND ITS MANY CULTURES AND RELIGIONS
