7 Absolutely Gorgeous Places Down South For Your Next Solo Escapade In 2021

Solo trips are the most sought-after travel plan. You can do what YOU want to and save yourself from some unending arguments. Besides, life is too short to waste time begging people to accompany you on a trip, right? It’s time to move down South and allow it to take your breath away! Quite literally, so scroll on!

1. Gokarna

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A small temple town in Karnataka, Gokarna has a fanbase of its own. It has beaches that’ll make you go, ‘This can’t be India, yaar’ and seafood that’ll make Gordon Ramsay scream in awe. It’s a less commercialised version of Goa which makes it super-duper easy to relish its beauty without burning a hole in your pocket. However, Gokarna has merely 2 ATMs so we suggest y’all hoard some cash *Hehe*. 

Where | Karnataka

2. Varkala

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Also known as the Pearl of the Arabian Sea, Varkala is sure to bring out the hippie in you. With its palm-covered cliffs and sparkling blue water, it’s defo an Insta-worthy place. If adrenaline drives you, beachside water sports are going to be your bae (c’mon don’t feel sad, it’s a solo trip). Bask in the sun, devour local cuisines and make new friends at Varkala because let’s face it, life’s a beach. 

Where | Kerala

3. Pondicherry

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A beautiful offspring of the French and Indian cultures, Pondicherry, or as we like to call it - Pondy, is a colonial beach town with strikingly beautiful beaches and French colonies that can be traced back to the 16th Century. It also offers amazingly cheap alcohol (why should Goa have all the fun?) but we urge you to not get carried away, like literally *wink wink*. 
Let Pondy take away all your worries while you relax at the beach with wine in one hand and a novel in another. Goals aren’t they?!

Where | Tamil Nadu

4. Hampi

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Famous for its ruins that belong to the ancient Hindu kingdom of Vijaynagar, Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage site that is like your history book come to life. This quaint place is heaven for all you lovers of digging into the past. Personal attack much? Virupaksha Temple, Nandi Statue and Vithala Temple are the main attractions but if you’re feeling less touristy, you can explore and wander on your own too.

Where | Karnataka

5. Munnar

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 Munnar is not your basic hill station; it’s love at first sight, it’s a hot cup of chai on a cold winter morning, it’s simply marvellous. No, we’re not exaggerating! Pack your bags and witness endless swathes of tea estates and lush green forests that are home to some endangered animal species like Nilgiri Tahr and Neelakurinji. Its pristine mountain ranges and rich flora and fauna is going to make you wanna come back.

Where | Kerala

6. Kodaikanal

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With misty hills, dense forests, untamed waterfalls and magnificent valleys, Kodaikanal makes every traveller fall in love with itself. Cycling around Kodaikanal Lake should definitely be on your to-do list. If you’re a sucker for adventure, head to the Dolphin Nose which is at the edge of a cliff, get some photos for the ‘gram. Kodaikanal is calling and you must go.

Where | Tamil Nadu

7. Coorg  

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Popularly known as the Scotland of India, Coorg will leave no stones unturned to sweep you off your feet. Calling this coffee-producing hill station beautiful would be an understatement. From a demanding trek to lip-smacking delicacies, from the cascading Abbey Falls to the expansive Nagarhole National Park, Coorg is a one-stop destination to fulfil all your travel desires. 

Where | Karnataka

Take some time out of your busy schedule (read: don’t wait, just go) and plan a drama-free, fun-filled trip to South India. Also, there’s no need to thank us, we’ve got your back, always!