Published Date: August 2, 2023
Tamil Nadu, the southern state of India, is housed on the south-eastern Indian peninsula, where the Western Ghats, the Deccan Plateau, and some parts of the Eastern Ghats and coastal plains cover most regions. Owing to this lush green coverage, the state is rich in biodiversity, with a wide range of flora and fauna. Hence, the state boasts itself as the best tourist destination to visit during the monsoon period.
Generally, the monsoon season in Tamilnadu falls between July and December. Customize your Tamil Nadu tour package here!
In this article, we’ve curated the top five monsoon and tranquil destinations in Tamil Nadu that you cannot miss this year.
The Top Five Monsoon Tourist Places in Tamilnadu
- Ooty and Coonoor
- Hogenakkal
- Kodaikanal
- Yercaud
- Meghamalai
Ooty and Coonoor
These places amid the Nilgri mountains in Tamil Nadu are truly a heaven on earth. It makes your trip memorable with your family, romantic with your partner, and adventurous with your friends. From botanical gardens to viewpoints, from toy trains to falls, Ootacamund (Ooty) and Coonoor are such wonderful and best places to visit in Tamil Nadu in monsoon.
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Hogenakkal
Located in a small village in the Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu, this charming waterfall attracts a large number of tourists in and around the state. Popularly called the “Niagara Falls of India,” it is housed on the Kaveri (Cauvery) river, which bounds Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Tourists can enjoy boating and bamboo coracle (locally called Parisal or Teppa) rides in this spot. Visiting this place in the summer is quite a cool decision, and visiting in the winter is freezingly great!
Kodaikanal
Kodaikanal hill region is abundant in terms of rivers, waterfalls, dense forests, lakes, cloud-touching peaks, sightseeing, cave, museums, etc. The aboriginal people are so kind and provide great guidance when touring the hill. You cannot miss horseback riding and boating at the famous Kodai Lake in the pleasant weather during the monsoon. Importantly, you have a wide range of stay options, from cottage-style to homestays to resorts to lavish hotels.
Yercaud
It is one of the best tourist destinations if you want to admire the beauty of the Eastern Ghats stretch in Tamil Nadu. The specialty of this hill region is that you can spot deer and bison and delve into more than two hundred and fifty varieties of orchids. This Shevaroy range of hills offers a great trekking experience to its visitors. But, due to heavy rainfall between July and September, trekking is mostly restricted.
Meghamalai
When most monsoon tourist places in Tamilnadu welcome you to the Eastern Ghats, the Meghamalai hills welcome you to the Western Ghats extending from Kerala, India. Located in the Theni district of Tamil Nadu, it has many waterfalls, dams, viewpoints, and a wildlife sanctuary. This destination is also referred to as the “High Wavy Mountains,” as it lies around 1,500 meters above sea level.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Monsoon in Tamilnadu
1) Which month is the monsoon season in Tamil Nadu?
As per weather.com, until the 1940s, the monsoon usually began between June 1 and 10 of the year. From 1961 to 2019, the monsoon onset day was June 4. So, Tamil Nadu can expect monsoons starting anywhere in June and ending in November or December.
2) What are the best places to visit in monsoon in Tamil Nadu?
In addition to the above-listed best tourist places in Tamil Nadu, you can also visit Kanyakumari, Puducherry, Valparai, and Courtallam.
3) What is the best time to visit Tamil Nadu?
Unlike other states, which experience noticeable changes in temperatures year-round, Tamil Nadu is quite consistent in maintaining the temperature. However, since the summers are hot, you can choose to visit the state in the monsoon months (the second half of the year).
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