{"id":2642,"date":"2017-11-20T13:37:28","date_gmt":"2017-11-20T13:37:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/?p=2642"},"modified":"2026-03-19T09:24:22","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T09:24:22","slug":"5-best-places-visit-south-india-december","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/5-best-places-visit-south-india-december\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Best Places to Visit in South India in December"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">December is coming, and you might be wondering where to head. One such place is<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> definitely South India.<\/span> <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you have been there already but not in November-December, visit South India one more time, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">this time during December.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Why? <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Because there are many things happening in December, from festivals to the awesome weather, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">it is the best time to visit South India.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> The winter months are when the whole of South India is welcoming and ready to entertain its visitors. There are many places in South India to visit in December; however, some destinations stand out. Below are the best recommendations on the Best places to visit in South India in December-<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">1. Chennai, Tamil Nadu <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The annual Chennai music festival is held in December. Need more reasons to travel to Chennai? <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I guess not<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, especially if you are into music.<\/span> <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Six weeks of Carnatic music, instrumental and <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Hindustani<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> vocal music accompanied by rhythmic classical dance make the Chennai Music Festival a<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> &#8216;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">never miss<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&#8216; <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">event in South India.<\/span> <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Therefore, Chennai heads the list<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&#8211; <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Best<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> places to visit in South India in December.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> The festival is not just the reason you must add Chennai to your December travel bucket; you have the Marina Beach, the <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">world\u2019s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> second-longest beach, the Kapaleeswarar Temple, the Government Museum of Chennai and much more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2. Coorg, Karnataka<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Oh! The hills, of course. Hill stations are every <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">traveller&#8217;s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> favourite, and a holiday is incomplete for many without spending at least a night atop the hills. I picked Coorg for December, the so-called<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> \u201c<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Scotland of Indi<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">a\u201d.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> The weather is simply fantastic in December, as it gets chilly and the slight drizzles make it even more adorable. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Simple<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> stroll around the mountains, coffee and tea plantations, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">enjoy<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> waterfalls and yes, a good big hot cup of coffee.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Relax and rejuvenate your mind and body at Coorg. The cool breeze, lush green surroundings and coffee would definitely help you with it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3. Kannur, Kerala<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Kannur is a northern district in Kerala, famous for the Thalassery Biriyani and the Theyyam festival. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">These 2 things are enough for you to <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">make a<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> visit <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">to<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Kannur.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Theyyam is an energetic dance form of Kerala which has been a part of Kerala culture for more than a millennium. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It is performed during November<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&#8211; <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">March at small shrines spread across Kannur and Kasargod districts of Kerala.<\/span> <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The performance is pretty intense, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">where<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> the artist <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">undergoes an<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> elaborate make-up and <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">dances<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> to the rhythmic beats of Chenda [local percussion instrument] and other instruments.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> It is believed that <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">the artist is possessed by god<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> and gets into a trance-like state when he starts performing.\u00a0There are nearly 400 different forms of Theyyam; however, the most popular are the<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> &#8220;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Pottan<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&#8221; <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Theyyam, the<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> &#8220;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Muchiloottu Bhagavathy Theyyam<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&#8221; <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">and the<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> &#8220;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Raktha Chamundi<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&#8221; <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Theyyam.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It is a must-experience for any traveller. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Also, do remember to <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">catch<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> the Thalassery Biriyani, a <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">rice and meat-based<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> dish famous in Northern Kerala.<\/span> <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Muzhapilangad Drive-in Beach is another famous attraction <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">at<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Kannur, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">which is<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> the only drive-in beach in Kerala with a <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">4km long<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> coastline.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">4. Rushikonda Beach, Vizag<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Named the<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> \u201c<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Jewel of the East Coas<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">t\u201d,<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Rushikonda is one of the upcoming beach destinations which not many are aware of. Its pristine waters and virgin Greenland are attracting travellers for a quiet, peaceful getaway. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This December, head to Rushikonda if you like <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">to go for<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> a beach holiday <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">and also<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, if you are into water sports, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">don\u2019t<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> think twice<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">you <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">will be served at Rushikonda<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Jet Ski, surfing, motor boating, options are plenty here.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">5. Arakku Valley, Vizag<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A serene hill station, untouched and unexplored, the Arakku Valley at Vizag [Vishakapattanam] is a perfect spot for a holiday in December. Located 1300 meters above sea level, Arakku Valley offers some of the most beautiful vistas of nature. It is popular for its abundant coffee plantations and the Araku Emerald brand of coffee, which sells globally. There are spectacular waterfalls to enjoy in and around Arakku, namely the Arakku Falls, the Duduma Falls, the<\/span> <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Tadimada Falls and the Katiki Falls.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">South India in December is a sight to behold, where everything feels at peace, and every valley, every beach, every mountain is calling your name.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>South Tourism, is now merged with Cholan Tours, a leading Destination Management Company<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>December is coming, and you might be wondering where to head. One such place is definitely South India. If you have been there already but not in November-December, visit South India one more time, this time during December. Why? 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