Ooty, Tamil Nadu
Ooty is one of the best hill station in india, among the top places to visit in Tamilnadu. Ooty is a resort town in the western ghats mountain. At an altitude of 7440 feet, the rolling hills, lush greenery and misty landscapes attract of many tourists to this location. It is founded as a British Raj summer resort. The establishment of numerous tea plantations made Ooty famous.
Major Tourist Places In Ooty
1.Emerald Lake
Emerald Lake is located in the upper region of Nilgiri district. It is one of the top most spots to enjoy the scenic beauty of sunrise and sunset in ooty. Emerald lake is a perfect place for couples to visit. Emerald lake is a great picnic spot for family and friends. The Emerald dam boasts of an exotic species of duck and aquatic animals. Here you can dance to the tune of chirping birds. There is also a park on the right side for the entertainment of kids.
This Rose Garden is the Pride of Ooty. Which belongs to an Elite club of 35 rose gardens around the world. which has won the garden of excellence award for south asia from the world federation of rose societies. Containing more than 20000 varieties of roses in the rose garden. The climate of Ooty is ideal, for the plants to have a long blooming season. Garden maintained by the government of Tamilnadu. The garden is arranged in to five curving Terrace covering 4 hectares. The chilly weather and adequate monsoon makes it possible for the flowers to have a long flowering season. This place is a visual treat with the flowers arranged in different forms and shapes.
It is a good picnic spot. This fall is around 20 Km away from Ooty, situated in the Ooty Mysore road. There is a boat house and a restaurant can be found also near the waterfall. The surrounded area is also popular for Todda settlements. here's an opportunity to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the holidays.
4.Ooty Stone House
It was constructed by John Sullivan in 1822. The first bunglow which was built in Ooty is the stone house . It's an ancient architecture is worth seeing. Many visitors visit this place to have glimpse of this bunglow. It was built on the land which was brought from the Todda people. The common people who live there call the stone house " Kal Bungalow".
5.Tribal Research center
The Ooty tribal research center is located about 10 Km from Ooty and is easily accessible. The research center maintains records on all the Social , Cultural, Economic, and Religious activities of the tribals. This research center is just a museum displaying pre- historic Handicraft items and stuffed animals. This place is an ideal place to understand the lives of local people.
The term doddabetta means big mountain in Badaga languages. It is a combination of two words dodda meaning big and betta means mountain. The amazing views of doddabetta peaks, the sweeping forest of Bandipur national park and the open highlands of mysore are best enjoyed from the summit significantly the summit being flat travellers can sit and enjoy the relaxing ambience and natural grandeur. Bird watching is another activity, this is a place with a lot of birds, Many peoples come here early in the morning to watch the birds and enjoy the bird songs. It's majestic views it has been favourite shooting location for the indian movies. This peak located at 9.5 km from Ooty rises to 2637 meters above sea level. Doddabetta is the highest peak in Nilgiri district and situated in the Ooty - Kotagiri road. Doddabetta along with the Snowdon hill at a height of 2530 meter, clab hill b at 2448 meter and Elk hill at 2466 meter forms the extraordinary udagamandalam valley. The temperature is mostly low throughout the years blessed with climate during summer with temperature minimum 10 degree Celsius and maximum 21 degree Celsius. Winter season minimum temperature 5 degree Celsius and maximum temperature as 21 degree Celsius. More and more people are flocking to Doddabetta peaks to watch the sunrise and sunset. Many people also come here for trekking. There is also a telescope house built for bird watching. The peak is also known for the medical plants and rich in vegetation of rhododendron spread across the slopes of the mountain. Rhododendrons is a medicine properties that used to make medicine and herbal tea. Visting hours are from 9 am to 6.30 pm.
7.Kamraj Sagar Dam
Kamraj Sagar Dam is another important tourist destination of Ooty. Kamraj Sagar Dam also known as the Sandynallah Reservoir. It is a wonderful picnic spot in Ooty. It's often frequented by a lot bird watching , there are many different types of fist in the reservoir, But mainly found types of fish are the trouts. This place is good to visit especially during the winter season , Besides the chirping of birds from inside the forest makes a mystic setting which you will definitely enjoy.
8. Parson's valley
This reservoir situated on the Ooty Mysore road, it can be reached via road. Parson's valley reservoir is located in parson valley. Which is spread over an area of 200 hectares at an elevation of 2196 meter about sea level. It is the primary source of water to the Nilgiri district. Permission from the forest department is required to visit this reservoir.
9.Wenlock Down Ooty
Wenlock down is a very beautiful place, If you go through this tourist destination you will complete your Ooty trip. There is a lot to enjoy in the scenery , occasional guests of wind and birds chirping all bring warmth to the mind. It contain over 80 acres of lush green landscape also housing Hindustan photo Films company present vast spread of greenery and calm environment. The sight of sheeps grazing and long stretch of eucalyptus tree is sure to mesmerise you.
10.Ooty Lake
This place one of the best place to visit in Ooty tour. It is an artificial lake, and the picturesque natural surroundings. It was built for fish purpose. Ooty lake is popular for boating. Boats can be selected according to one's liking. We can choose paddal boats, rowing boats etc... Cycling by the side of lake is also worth experience. There are also a few number of shops located around the lake , they are selling various types of locally made items. We can buy shawls and eucalyptus oil at bargain price. All of this will be produced right there. It is good experience for the tourists who come here .Ooty lake is among the most beautiful and picturesque lakes that you will come across in south india.
11.Ooty Toy Train
The toy train is a beautiful sight. It's a part of Nilgiri mountain railway, it runs from Mettupalayam to Ooty via coonoor. The historical toy train is unmatched to any other train ride, passed through lush green landscapes and the Nilgiri mountain. The train runs on a track of 46 km we can choose first class or second class coaches. More commonly known as" Ooty Toy Train."
12.Toda Huts Ooty
One of the most attractive and unique sight seeing place in Ooty are Toda Huts. There are the residing place for the toda people. One of the indigenous tribals of Ooty. The huts built in the shape of a semi barrel. This huts don't have any windows and very low doors where one has to stoop and enter. This close - knit community of toda people mostly depend on livestock and farming for living.
13.Wax world Ooty
Wax world located at a distance of 2 km from center of the town. Many real like statutes of great Indian personalities have been displayed here. Some of the statue at this museum are Mahatma Gandhi, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Mother Teresa, Gopal Krishna, late Dr APJ Abdul Kalam and many more replicating of local people and their living styles has been displayed here. This is a must visit place in Ooty.
14.Kalhatty waterfall
Kalhatty waterfall is one of the most beautiful fall that you will see on Ooty tour. This fall can be reached via a Trek of 2 mile from kalhatty village. It is situated about 13 Km away from Ooty. It is believed that great Hindu Saint Agastya has once lived here. It is often visited by bird watchers as well. this natural beauty is sure to amaze you.
15.Mudumalai National Park
Mudumalai national park is a must visit place for natural lovers. This park connecting eastern ghats and western ghats,on the Ooty Mysore route. It has also been declared as a tiger reserve as it is home to approximately 50 tiger. The mudhumalai national park one of the first forest range to be declared as a national park is located in the Nilgiri district. In the boarder of tamilnadu and Karnataka. in addition to animals like tiger, elephant, panthers, and deer, you find a scores of amphibians and many exotic birds, like different types of parrots, eagles, vultures, and some other. It is said that 13 percentage of all mammal species in India are present in mudhumalai national park. India giant squirrel , the flying Lizard, indian Leopard, which are in the dangered list are found here. Trees like Teak, Sandalwood, Mahogany and also bamboo grow uninhibited and tall. The river Moyar is located within the mudhumalai national park. Mudhumalai national park is maintained by the forest department. The forest department has built guest house to accommodate tourists in various parts of park. visiting hours are from 6 am to 6 pm. permission from the forest department is required to visit this national park.
16.Avalanche Lake
Avalanche lake is located 28 km away from Ooty . This lake is a must visit when on Ooty tour. Avalanche lake is beautiful and lying amidst the lush greenery of mountains and memories every visitor. It is an ideal picnic spot. The surrounding areas and its rare flora and fauna. Other activities that are camping , trekking , etc.. to near by hill regions such as Upper Bhavani. The lake surrounded by mountains and covered by lovely flowers. You find large varieties of flowers like Magnolias and Rhododendrons blooming in the side of the lake.
17.Botanical Garden
This garden spread over an area of 55 acres, the government botanical gardens one of the most tourist attractions in Ooty. Maintained by Horticulture department of Tamilnadu. This garden is divided into 5 sections which has lots of group of flowering plants and the nurseries. Which contain series of glass houses and it contain large varieties of exotic plants. The flower show held as the part of the summer festival. Another attraction of botanical garden is the fossil tree trunk which is 20 million year old and the toda hill. Coming to the botanical garden is like coming to heaven. Don't forget to visit this place when you visit in Ooty.
18.Deer Park
This park located right in the town. About a kilometer away from the Ooty lake. Deer park is one of the most easily accessible location in Ooty. The park you can gear up bigger adventures and get the excitement on by visit to the deer park. You can find a varieties of different species of deer l like the Sambhar and the Chithal. This park also house hares and rabbits and varieties of birds. Flowers and trees that grow inside , add beauty to the surrounding areas. There is an entrance fee to enter the deer park.
19.Mukurthi National Park
The park is part of Nilgiri bio reserve. which is India's first bio reserve. The vegetation climate and apperance of the
Park bear a striking resemblance to that of the Himalayas minus the snow. Shrubs in the high mountains , strong wind, low temperature and scattered sholas all provide a unique experience. That's what the forest is like there are many rivers and streams running through the park. There are also a few watch towers built by the forest department, exclusively for research and bird watchers. Otherwise seen commonly in the Himalayas. It is a part of western ghats, the Jungle is havy with a wide range of animals , birds, reptiles and even insects. This wildlife sanctuary is also home to mukurthi peaks. The 4th highest peaks in the Nilgiri hills, at an altitude of 2554 meter. There for the best time to visit the place is either between February to May or from September to November for the trekking experience of a like time. Mukurthi national park opening hours are between 9 am to 5.30 pm, everyday of the week, except Tuesday . The park remains closed for entry on that day. Lots of people come here for trekking. All permission from the forest department is required to enter the forest and enjoy the natural beauty of the forest. There is an entry fee to enter the forest.
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