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.
MANNAVANUR
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Where History Meets Luxury
Murmurs Of The Past Echo Through The Corridors Of These Legendary Stays
LIFE AT THE TOP
WHILE THE GOVERNMENT READIES AMBITIOUS PLANS TO BOOST TOURISM IN THE REGION, SPITI LOCALS ARE GRAPPLING WITH CHALLENGES POSED BY CLIMATE CHANGE AND SCARCE RESOURCES
NO SCREENS NO PROBLEM
DOES TAKING A BREAK FROM YOUR PHONE OR COMPUTER GIVE YOU ANXIETY OR A RUSH OF JOY? AS MORE AND MORE INDIANS CHOOSE RELAXATION AS THEIR PRIMARY MOTIVATOR TO TRAVEL, HERE'S WHAT A DIGITAL DETOX HOLIDAY IN INDIA LOOKS LIKE
GREEN LIVING
SRINAGAR ATTRACTS HORDES OF tourists for its iconic Dal Lake, tree-lined boulevards and Mughal-era gardens resplendent with chinar trees. Now, both the \"Lake of Flowers\" and chinars are in a fight for survival as pollution from untreated sewage and unsupervised logging threatens their future.
DISCOVERING THE CAUCASIAN PEARL
BATUMI IS A GETAWAY FOR ALL SEASONS, IMPRESSING VISITORS WITH ITS QUAINT VIBE, CLASSIC ARCHITECTURE AND TRADITIONAL CUISINES
WHERE SKY MEETS SEA
ESPERANCE, ALONG THE REMOTE SOUTHERN COAST OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA, IS A DESTINATION THAT REWARDS THOSE WILLING TO WANDER OFF THE BEATEN PATH
NEW FINDS IN AN ANCIENT CITY
WHILE THE GREEK ISLANDS STEAL THE LIMELIGHT, THERE'S MUCH TO.UNCOVER IN ATHENS, INCLUDING TOP-NOTCH STAYS AND LESSER-KNOWN STORIES FROM THE PAST
UNTAMED SATPURA
AN ENCHANTING BLEND OF LUXURY AND NATURE, JEHAN NUMA WILDERNESS IN CENTRAL INDIA IS WHERE ROYAL LEGACIES PROVIDE A GATEWAY TO CONSERVATION
THE JEWEL OF THE EAST
LONG BEFORE WES ANDERSON ROMANTICISED THE FICTIONAL GRAND BUDAPEST, THE GREAT EASTERN HOTEL IN KOLKATA INSPIRED NOVELS, FILMS AND OODLES OF NOSTALGIA
IN SEARCH OF THE BEST STAYS
MARK WONG OF SMALL LUXURY HOTELS OF THE WORLD TALKS QUIRKY STAYS, STRANGERS BECOMING FRIENDS, AND CHASING THE MOST UNIQUE EXPERIENCES ON HIS TRAVELS
