Ooty, also known as Udagamandalam, is a hill station in Tamil Nadu that is a popular tourist destination. It is nestled among the Nilgiri hills. The Queen of the Hills, once considered the summer headquarters of the East India Company, is a picturesque getaway. Ooty is the ideal getaway for anyone, with its tea gardens, tranquil waterfalls, winding country lanes, and charming colonial architecture. Ooty, a popular destination for couples and honeymooners, entices visitors with panoramic views of the Nilgiri mountains.
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Day 01
Ooty Rose Garden – The pride of Ooty lies in the Rose Garden With more than
20 thousand varieties of roses. It belongs to an elite club of 35 rose gardens around the world which has won the Garden of Excellence Award for South Asia.
Ooty Lake – An artificial lake, built in 1825 by John Sullivan, Ooty Lake is one of the
most popular tourist attractions. Its scenic beauty captivates everyone. Walking around the lake on a well laid footpath and boating are also quite popular here.
Doddabetta Peak – It is the highest point of Nilgiris hills with a height of about 2,623
meters. It is also the second highest peak in South India. A junction of Western and
Eastern Ghats, its breathtaking view of the landscape around is something not to be
missed.
Ooty Tribal Research Center – Located about 10 kilometers from Ooty, it conducts
research on the tribals inhabiting South India and the Andaman and Nicobar islands. It also houses a guest house and a library.
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Day 02
Coonoor – Located around 20 km from Ooty Coonoor is one of the largest hill
stations after Ooty. In the Nilgiri Hills, at an altitude of 1,850 m above sea level, this hill
station presents an alluring list of tourist attractions and adventure sports like trekking.
Sim’s Park – Located at a height of 1780 meters, Sim’s Park is a botanical garden
which was established in 1874. It has more than 1000 species of flora including
Queensland Karry Pine, Rudraksha (the bead tree) and Ornamental tree making it a
place worth visiting.
Lamb’s Rock – Located on the way to Dolphin’s Nose in Ooty, Lamb’s Rock is also
called Echo Rock. A popular picnic spot, it offers an admirable view of Coimbatore
Plains and surrounding lush greenery. Route to this place offers trekking opportunities
too.
Dolphin’s Nose – Located 10 km at a distance from Coonoor, Dolphin’s Nose is a peak
offering enchanting views of the Nilgiri Hills and the Catherine Falls. The peak of the hills resembles the nose of a dolphin hence the name.
Tea Garden – Coonoor, known as the tea garden town, boasts of many breathtaking tea
gardens. A tour to these tea plantations, walking through the lush greenery and
refreshing aromas of tea is an experience worth trying.
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