2024 has started. If you have not been able to go out anywhere to celebrate the New Year, then this month you are getting a long weekend to travel. There are two long weekends in January, in which you can go on a journey. There is a winter season in this month. Although people like to visit hill stations and mountains in winter, in this season one can go to Kerala for a peaceful holiday close to nature. There are many tourist places in Kerala, which are great options to visit this season. You can visit here with friends, family, children and partners. Adventure-loving people will also like this place.
When is the long weekend in January?
In the first month of the year i.e. January, Lohri is on the 13th and Makar Sankranti and Pongal are holidays on the 14th and 15th of January. During this time, you can go on a trip during your three-day leave. Whereas the 26th of January is Friday, the Republic Day holiday and the 27th and 28th of January are weekends. You can plan a trip for three consecutive days.
Places to visit in Kerala on long weekend
Munnar
Munnar city of Kerala is popular among tourists. Adventure activities like trekking, hiking, and wildlife spotting can be enjoyed in Munnar. The largest tea garden in South India is in Munnar. The weather here is very good for visiting in winter. You can go here with your partner, family, and friends to see tea gardens, lush green fields, and barns.
Thekkadi
The attractive Periyar National Park is located in Thekkady in Kerala. It is one of the major national parks of the country. You can go here with family and friends to see many types of animals. One can also visit the park to see lots of tigers and elephants. This place is great for adventure lovers.
Wayanad
Taking time out from your busy routine, you can visit Wayanad in Kerala. Wayanad is a great place to spend a relaxing holiday. Here one can see dense forests, vegetation, and beautiful hills. You can also enjoy Ayurvedic massage or spa.
Thrissur
To spend time peacefully amidst nature, away from snowy places in winter, you can go on a long weekend trip to Thrissur, Kerala in January. You can visit Thrissur in the summer. Beaches, dams waterfalls, etc. can be visited here.
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