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Ooty tourism

Nestled among the hills of Nilgiri, Ooty, also known as Udagamandalam, is a Tamil Nadu hill station that acts as a top-rated tourist destination. Formerly known as the East India Company 's summer headquarters, the Queen of the Hills is a picturesque getaway.

Ooty is the ideal respite for everyone, filled with tea gardens, serene waterfalls, winding country roads, and charming colonial architecture. Ooty is popular with couples and honeymooners, with the panoramic views of the Nilgiri mountains attracting its visitors. The steepest route in all of Asia is the Nilgiri mountain railway.

Places to visit in Ooty

One of the main attractions of the famous Ooty Hill Station is the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, also known as the Toy Train in Ooty. Such is the popularity and history of the train that it was declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005. It has managed to charm its tourists over the past few years, starting in the year 1899, winding its way through the best of nature.

In a time of 5 hours, the Toy Train travels a total distance of 46 km and takes you on a truly spectacular journey packed with picturesque vistas en route. Another interesting aspect of the train is that it is more than 50 years old and the oldest is 80 years old with its youngest X class locomotive.

The Nilgiri Mountain Train will take you on a thrilling ride up and down the green and green hills, winding among the trees, dark snake tunnels, sharp bends and in the mist and fog. The dancing sunshine above and dream-like drizzling allows it the experience of a lifetime as the train goes through the breathtaking gorges.

One of the most refreshing and beautiful places to visit in Ooty is Ooty Lake. It lies in the green hills of the Nilgiris district at a distance of approximately 2 km from Ooty city. The beautiful lake is spread over an area of 65 acres, and John Sullivan, who was the collector of Coimbatore in 1824, laid its foundation.

Ooty Lake is surrounded all around by Eucalyptus trees and greenery, and is a perfect place to experience this hill station 's beauty. Many streams flowing out of the hills can also be seen. This is an excellent place to catch individuals who are deeply interested in photography. With the exotic Nilgiri Mountain Ranges in the backdrop, the lake is packed with beautiful water birds.

In Emerald Village, about 20-22 kilometres from the main town of Ooty, Emerald Lake is located and is part of the National Park of the Silent Valley in the Nilgiris District. The lake and its surroundings are much cleaner and offer a great place to spend a leisurely time in the vicinity of nature and tranquillity, serene and away from the maddening crowd.

It is one of the South Indian Hill Station's unexplored and virgin areas, not yet invaded by the masses of tourists who visit the place every year. For nature lovers, Emerald Lake is the perfect spot in Ooty. Tourists typically flock there because of the lake's picturesque scenic beauty, and the nearby green Nilgiri slopes and tea plantations.

The Government Botanical Garden is a splendid garden in Udhagamandalam, near Coimbatore in the state of Tamil Nadu, on the lower slopes of the Doddabetta peak. The garden, spread over an area of 22 hectares, is split into many parts that are beautifully trimmed to present an endearing sight. From the moment they walk through the gates, tourists are met with astounding colourful natural beauty. The lush green lawns of the garden have been visited by international and local tourists for more than 160 years, admiring the beautiful variety of flowers, ferns, and orchids present here.

Deer Park is easily accessible by road and is situated 2 km from Ooty Lake. Deer Park makes up for an interesting visit, particularly for wildlife enthusiasts, with its rich fauna along with varieties of deer such as Sambhar and Chithal. The variety of flora in this park is equally rich. Spread over an area of 22 acres, this park was established in 1986. It is one of not only Tamil Nadu 's renowned wildlife sanctuaries, but also one of India's incredible opportunities to observe wildlife and different animals more closely.

Ooty hill station

Located at an altitude of 2623 metres, the highest elevation in the Nilgiris is Doddabetta Elevation. It is approximately 10 km from Ooty, at the junction of the Western and Eastern Ghats. Covered by thick sholas, this peak is the favourite point for trekkers. The view from the top of the mountain is completely mesmerising, with a telescope house at the mountain with two telescopes providing a captivating view of the surrounding valley. The rich flora and fauna here add to Doddabetta Peak 's overall charm.

Dodabetta in Ooty is one of the most popular places to visit and is also a popular destination for trekking. The summit provides an impressive view of the surrounding areas surrounded by thick forests, and one can see as far as Mysore on clear days.

In the heart of the town of Ooty, in Tamil Nadu, the Ooty Rose Garden is a mesmerising garden. It is also known as the Rose Garden of Jayalalithaa, the Poonga of Nootrandu Roja and the Centenary Rose Park. Lovers of nature are attracted to the Rose Garden like bees to honey. A sight to recall is the view of the lush green garden, with areas devoted to captivatingly fragrant roses.

The flowers add more than just colour and attract visitors from all age groups , especially those interested in botany research. On the Elk Hill slopes in Ooty, the beautiful Ooty Rose Garden is located and was built to commemorate the Centenary Flower Show in 1995. It is also considered that the garden is one of the most popular botanical gardens managed by Tamil Nadu 's Department of Horticulture.

It covers a large area of over four hectares on the slopes of the hills. A number of roses in various colours and sizes can be found here. Families like to visit the garden with their children for a picnic, while couples find this location a romantic and fast getaway from a busy schedule. If you are visiting the Ooty Rose Garden during the peak flowering season in summer (March to June), one can catch the flower display.

The Dolphin's Nose is located about 12 km from Coonoor, about 1,500 metres above sea level. The tip of the peak of this enormous rock resembles the nose of a dolphin and is one of the most visited tourist spots in Tamil Nadu's Nilgiris District.

It is set in the rolling hills (or the Blue Mountains) of the Nilgiris Hills. The colossal rock formation is absolutely unprecedented. On both sides of the destination, vast canyons are found and there is a clear view of the Catherine Falls, another popular tourist destination several thousand metres below, which is situated a short distance from the Dolphin's Nose.

In reality, the Church of St. Stephen in Ooty is a wonderful and breathtaking architectural wonder built in colonial times. It follows a similar architectural theme and is one of the most beautiful spots to visit in Ooty. St. Stephen 's Church is one of the earliest churches you can find in the Nilgiris district, situated on the road to Mysore in Ooty, in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The system dates back to the 19th century and was designed by the government of Britain.
To coincide with the birthday of King George IV, the date of the beginning of construction was cleverly selected. The fabulous pale-yellow building of the Church of St Stephen bears witness to the marvels of British architecture that existed during those days. The painting of ' The Last Supper 'that can be found in the Church also represents this grandeur.

Trip Overview

DAY 1 - Ooty Sightseeing

- Early Morning Pick up from Coimbatore @ 06:00 AM. - Then proceed towards Ooty. - Hotels check in - Enjoy a lavish breakfast at Hotel. - Then proceed to visit Ooty major attractions such as Rose Garden,Botanical Garden an Ooty Lake. - The Rose Garden is one of the largest rose gardens in India. - Botanical Gardens is a beautiful garden situated on the foothills of Dodabetta Peak in Ooty. - Ooty Lake, a popular destination for picnicking, paddle boating. - Come back to Hotel. - Overnight Stay in Ooty.

DAY 2 - Ooty Sightseeing.

- On Second day, Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast and then Check out from Hotel. - Then proceed to visit Ooty major attractions such as Government Museum ,Tea factory ,Tea Museum ,Thread Garden,Doddabetta and Pine forest. - Doddabetta is the highest point in Nilgiri Mountains. - Pine forest is a nice place to take snaps & famous shooting spot as well. - Then transferred to the Railway junction, where you will depart for your destination with bags full of souvenirs and happy memories. - Finally drop at Coimbatore railway Junction.