Travel from South India to Kenting following Ang Lee’s *Life of Pi*

Written/Compiled & Reported by MOOK Scenic Spots Travel Life Net, Li Xinyi

 

At the end of 2012, one of Taiwan’s most talked-about movies was undoubtedly *Life of Pi*, directed by Ang Lee. The film not only delivered impressive global box office results but also made an underdog breakthrough, winning Academy Awards for Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Visual Effects, and Best Original Score. Some hotel businesses capitalized on this wave of enthusiasm by promoting movie locations and nearby accommodations, offering travelers the chance to experience a fantastic scenic vacation along the protagonist’s journey of growth.

Pondicherry, located in southern India, is where Pi grew up. Once a French colony, it boasts a uniquely romantic French flair. The area preserves many elegant French-style buildings while blending vivid traditional Indian features, creating a stunning fusion of cultural elements. Online booking platform Hotels.com recommends staying at Le Dupleix Hotel, which is close to the beach and near the Pondicherry Lighthouse, the Pondicherry Museum, and the Government District.

 

Under the influence of history and culture, India exudes a unique and captivating charm. Munnar, nestled in the Western Ghats of South India, was a summer retreat during the British colonial era and the vacation spot of Pi’s family in the film. Visitors can enjoy lush green tea and spice plantations in Munnar, breathe in the fresh cool mountain air, and relive how Pi gained new insights into religion at the church there. Those interested in visiting can stay at Eastend Munnar Hotel, located in Munnar’s downtown area, near Mount Carmel Church, Carmal Church, and St. Thomas Mount.

 

In the movie, Pi eventually drifts to a pristine white sandy beach, only to watch helplessly as the tiger disappears into the coastal forest without looking back. This beautiful beach, etched in the minds of audiences, is none other than Kenting’s famous Shell Beach—White Sand Bay. The recommended accommodation is Farglory Hotel Kenting. This spring, Taiwan’s biggest outdoor music event, the “2013 Spring Scream Music Festival in Kenting,” will take place during the Qingming holiday from April 5 to 6, featuring two consecutive days of four concerts at Hengchun Airport. A large number of tourists are expected to flock to Kenting, so those interested are advised to plan their trips early.

 

● Extended Reading: Sodagreen, Cheer Chen & Hip-Hop EDM Light Up Spring Scream in Kenting

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