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Best Natural places In Ooty
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About Ooty Tourism 2023
Ooty, a gorgeous hill station in Tamil Nadu, full of lush greenery and marvels of nature, is also referred to as Udhagamandalam or Ootacamund. Ooty is located in the Nilgiris Hills, almost a 100 kms away from Coimbatore and 130 kms from Mysore. Famed as the ‘Queen of hill stations’, Ooty, Tamil Nadu is a heaven for nature lovers. And, if someone is looking for a sojourn to get ensconced in the lap of nature, then Ooty tourism is the best travel package to opt for. This Ooty guide aims to familiarize travelers with all aspects of the city, such as places to see and things to do along with travel tips that might make an Ooty city tour a more pleasurable experience.
This Ooty travel guide information includes details about all the major tourist attractions of Ooty, and what places absolutely must be covered in an itinerary.
Major attractions of Ooty:
Some of the most beautiful places in Ooty are wonders of nature such as the Kalhatty Falls, Ooty Lake, Doddabetta Peak, Pykara Lake and many other lakes and waterfalls. Other notable places of interest you may visit with Ooty tourism include the Botanical Garden of Ooty, which is home to some of the world’s rarest and most exotic plant life, and the Rose Garden, which houses an infinite number of species of rose and other flowers. When talking about Ooty tourism, can the historical monuments be far behind? Stone House and St. Stephen’s Church are two of the most important historical landmarks of the city.
Famous in Ooty:
In terms of food, Ooty is famous for idlis, dosas and rasam among other typical South Indian dishes. However, when in Ooty, tasting some of the bakery items here, such as buns, cakes, varkis (local skillet cakes) and fruit and nut chocolates are also a must do. When talking about shopping for souvenirs at this hill station, this Ooty trip guide has got the travelers covered. The best things to buy from Ooty includes handmade shawls by the Toda community, who earlier used to occupy Ooty. One can also purchase dried spices, handicrafts, leather goods, wooden artifacts and junk jewelry. Another important thing to purchase from Ooty city is tea leaves, which are grown and processed right here in the hill station.
Honeymoon in Ooty:
Plan a honeymoon excursion with Ooty tourism packages, and let the romantic weather and enticing landscapes create a spectacular backdrop for a perfect celebration of togetherness. Enjoy a sojourn while indulging in each other, savouring delectable cuisines, and making beautiful memories to be cherished for life.
Adventure in Ooty:
Besides sightseeing, shopping and delicious cuisines, Ooty tourism also satiates the adventurer in each traveller. Replete with natural bumps in the hilly region, here is a chance to feel some adrenaline rush while partaking in mountain biking. One may also choose to go for trekking and hang gliding. Or, enjoy some joyful moments with their loved ones in Black Thunder Theme Park.
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Your list of the best things to do, compiled on the basis of actual traveler experiences
View AllBotanical Garden in Ooty
The Botanical Garden in Ooty is one of the largest botanical gardens in India, is an amazing place to be for nature lovers, and those who love to be around exotic and rare flora. Covering an area of almost 55 hectares, this botanical garden in Ooty lies on the foothills of the Doddabetta Peak.
The Botanical Garden Ooty off...
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Kalhatti Falls in Ooty
One of the most popular attractions of Ooty is the Kalhatti falls, which boasts a mighty height of 40 meters. It is a popular destination for trekking, as well as for spending some serene moments away from the hustle bustle of city life. Kalhatti falls Ooty is located almost 13 kms away from the city center, on the Ooty-Mys...
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Doddabetta Peak in Ooty
Located about 9 kilometers from Ooty hill station, Doddabetta Peak in Ooty is the tallest mountain in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu. The view from the summit is mind-blowing, greeting the eyes with panoramic visions. The hills here are full of wildflowers, and a few wild animals as well, thereby being a massive attraction...
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Ooty Lake in Ooty
For those looking to relax after a hectic day, a visit to the Ooty Lake is a great stress-buster. Although it is an artificially constructed lake, its beauty is something to look forward to visiting and experiencing. The Ooty lake view is something to die for, with lush greenery all around and a serene lake façade that make...
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Ooty Tea Factory in Ooty
On an Ooty tea factory visit, one can hope to see some really amazing tea gardens. The tea factory and the tea museum in Ooty Tamil Nadu is a must visit when here, not just for the natural beauty of the place, but also for the historical significance of the artifacts in the museum.
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Avalanche Lake in Ooty
Avalanche Lake was formed naturally as a result of a landslide in the year 1823. Surrounded by the picturesque landscape and exotic variety of flora, Avalanche Lake in Ooty is a great scenic tourist spot. It is a reserved area that is taken care of by the tribal community and the government, so one needs to seek permission ...
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Mudumalai National Park in Ooty
The Mudumalai National Park is a declared tiger reserve in Ooty. It is located on the slopes of the Nilgiri Hills, and is a major crowd puller, be it locals or tourists. Also referred to as the Mudumalai tiger reserve or the Mudumalai wildlife sanctuary, this place is divided into five different ranges, namely- Nellakota, M...
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Toy train ride in Ooty
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR), better known as Ooty toy train is the highlight of the popular hill town of Ooty in Tamil Nadu, India. This is a world heritage train that travels between Mettupalayam to Ooty via Coonoor daily and imparts picturesque views while providing relief from the stifling summer heat. Started in ...
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Pine Forest in Ooty
The Pine Forest in Ooty is a major tourist hub. It is actually a small valley area, where several movies, songs and serials have been shot. The soaring pines, fresh air and the picturesque views of the mountains all around make it a very sought after place for shooting. The Pine forest Ooty location is actually pretty famou...
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Pykara Lake in Ooty
Pykara is the name of a town that has Pykara falls, Pykara lake and reservoir, and also Pykara river which is the major source of Pykara lake and falls. Pykara Lake in Ooty is 20 km away from the Ooty bus stand and 72 km from Mettupalayam railway station which is also the nearest railway station to Pykara Lake. Boating is t...
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About Natural places In Ooty
Your list of the best things to do, compiled on the basis of actual traveler experiences
View AllBotanical Garden in Ooty
The Botanical Garden in Ooty is one of the largest botanical gardens in India, is an amazing place to be for nature lovers, and those who love to be around exotic and rare flora. Covering an area of almost 55 hectares, this botanical garden in Ooty lies on the foothills of the Doddabetta Peak.
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Kalhatti Falls in Ooty
One of the most popular attractions of Ooty is the Kalhatti falls, which boasts a mighty height of 40 meters. It is a popular destination for trekking, as well as for spending some serene moments away from the hustle bustle of city life. Kalhatti falls Ooty is located almost 13 kms away from the city center, on the Ooty-Mys...
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Doddabetta Peak in Ooty
Located about 9 kilometers from Ooty hill station, Doddabetta Peak in Ooty is the tallest mountain in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu. The view from the summit is mind-blowing, greeting the eyes with panoramic visions. The hills here are full of wildflowers, and a few wild animals as well, thereby being a massive attraction...
- Nature
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- Sightseeing
Ooty Lake in Ooty
For those looking to relax after a hectic day, a visit to the Ooty Lake is a great stress-buster. Although it is an artificially constructed lake, its beauty is something to look forward to visiting and experiencing. The Ooty lake view is something to die for, with lush greenery all around and a serene lake façade that make...
- Nature
- Sightseeing
- Local market
Ooty Tea Factory in Ooty
On an Ooty tea factory visit, one can hope to see some really amazing tea gardens. The tea factory and the tea museum in Ooty Tamil Nadu is a must visit when here, not just for the natural beauty of the place, but also for the historical significance of the artifacts in the museum.
Travellers can learn about the tea makin...
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Avalanche Lake in Ooty
Avalanche Lake was formed naturally as a result of a landslide in the year 1823. Surrounded by the picturesque landscape and exotic variety of flora, Avalanche Lake in Ooty is a great scenic tourist spot. It is a reserved area that is taken care of by the tribal community and the government, so one needs to seek permission ...
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Mudumalai National Park in Ooty
The Mudumalai National Park is a declared tiger reserve in Ooty. It is located on the slopes of the Nilgiri Hills, and is a major crowd puller, be it locals or tourists. Also referred to as the Mudumalai tiger reserve or the Mudumalai wildlife sanctuary, this place is divided into five different ranges, namely- Nellakota, M...
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Toy train ride in Ooty
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR), better known as Ooty toy train is the highlight of the popular hill town of Ooty in Tamil Nadu, India. This is a world heritage train that travels between Mettupalayam to Ooty via Coonoor daily and imparts picturesque views while providing relief from the stifling summer heat. Started in ...
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- Sightseeing
Pine Forest in Ooty
The Pine Forest in Ooty is a major tourist hub. It is actually a small valley area, where several movies, songs and serials have been shot. The soaring pines, fresh air and the picturesque views of the mountains all around make it a very sought after place for shooting. The Pine forest Ooty location is actually pretty famou...
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Pykara Lake in Ooty
Pykara is the name of a town that has Pykara falls, Pykara lake and reservoir, and also Pykara river which is the major source of Pykara lake and falls. Pykara Lake in Ooty is 20 km away from the Ooty bus stand and 72 km from Mettupalayam railway station which is also the nearest railway station to Pykara Lake. Boating is t...
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