Ooty

Tourism in Ooty

Ooty is a serene hill station surrounded by beautiful mountains and low flying clouds. It is popularly known as the “Queen of Hills” for the scenic beauty of Nilgiri Hills. The rich flora and fauna coupled with magnificent natural beauty make Ooty the hub of tourists throughout the year. Ooty is an accomplished destination for the foreignersand a higher number of people from across the globe visit this mesmerising hill station.

Ooty is situatedamidst Nilgiri Hills which are popularly known as the Blue Mountains. The scenic mountain ranges, the diverse flora and fauna, the eye-pleasing lakes and many more things make Ooty holidays an ideal one for all age groups.Ourultimate travel guide for Ooty will help you in planning your Ooty trip in a better way.

Best Time to Visit Ooty

Ooty in Winter (October to March) : A trip to Ooty is a great experience in the winters when the climate is pleasant to chilly. The temperature is usually below 15-degreecelsius and sometimes it touches 0 degrees as well.

Ooty in Summer (March to July) : The Ooty travel guidesuggests you to travel in the months of summer when it is pleasant here in comparison to other parts of the country. The climate remains moderate with a cool breeze in the evening. The days can be hot but nights are cooler.

Ooty in Monsoon (July to September) : The weather of Ooty in monsoon season is most favourable. If you love rains, lush green forests and misty mountains, then it is an ideal time for you to pack your bags for Ooty trip.

How to Reach Ooty

By Flight : The nearest airport to Ooty is Coimbatore. It is at a distance of 88 kilometers. Bangalore is another airport that is 295 kilometers from Ooty. You can reach by taking car, taxi or bus from the respective airports.

By Train : The nearest railways station to Ooty is Mettupalayam which is 44 km. from the city. Mettupalayamis well connected with different railways stations like Chennai, Bangalore, Mysore, etc.

By Road : Ooty is one of the most visited cities in South India so it is well connected by road. You can reach Ooty by hiring a car or taxi. You can also take government and luxury buses from Mysore, Chennai or Bangalore to reach Ooty.

Best Place to Visit in Ooty

• Nilgiri Mountain Railway

The Toy Train in the Nilgiri Mountain Railways is charming the tourists for many years. The spectacular journey through picturesque nature of Ooty will stun you. The train passes through thick forests, tunnels, sharp bends and fog in the surrounding which makes the ride an unforgettable experience.

• Botanical Garden

Located at the slopes of Doddabetta Peak, Botanical Gardens offersa humongous collection of local and exotic trees and plants. Here you will find more than 650 species of ferns, flowers and trees. Take leisurely strolls across the trail and admire the colourful plantation while on your Ooty tour.

• Tea Factory

With a visit to Tea Factory, you can see the complete process of tea making right from leaves plucking to its manufacturing. Tea factory is a good site to visit with kids. You can even purchase freshly processed tea from the factory.

• Pykara Lake and Pykara Falls

Pykara Lake and Pykara Falls are ideal picnic spots in Ooty. The stunning scenery and vast damshere amaze locals and tourists alike. You can take a boat ride on the lake or just sit by and enjoy the tranquillity of the place. Here dining facilities are also available so tourists can relax and enjoy the beautiful environment.

• Doddabetta Peak

Doddabetta Peak is the highest point of the Nilgiri Mountains. From here you can look at the beautiful Ooty city and the nearby plains. The adventure lovers can feel the thrill of hiking up to the peak. For hikers, there is an observatory that provides two viewing stations.

• Avalanche Lake

The Avalanche Lake provides a mesmerising view of the subtropical forests surrounding the lake. The forest is full of magnolias, rhododendrons and orchids. The lake and its surroundings are home to more than 2700 species of plants and animals.

• Ooty Rose Garden

Ooty Rose Garden is an ideal place for rose lovers. The sight ofblooming roses and its fragrance is something you will not forget. The colourful flowers in the lush green garden make your visit a majestic experience.

• Ooty Lake

Ooty Lake is an artificial man-made lake constructed through a network of dams. The beautiful green trees in the backdrop make it look amazing. You can indulge in paddle boating, motor boating and other water sports at the lake.

Experiences Not to Miss in Ooty

• Take an excursion tour of the streets of Ooty tobetter understand the local culture and lifestyle of people.
• Ooty holidays are incomplete without the Boat House ride in the Ooty Lake. The trip will refresh your soul with the incredibly beautiful surrounding.
• Pine forest is another place of interest that you should visit during yourtrip to Ooty. The delightful view of the trees downhill looks very attractive.
• Your Ooty trip is not complete until you try the very famous kababs at theKabab Corner. The mouth-watering delicious food makes it worth a visit.
• If you have a sweet tooth and love homemade chocolates then you must visit the Kingstar Confectionary. The home-made chocolates heretaste awesome and is available in a variety of flavours

We hope that our Ooty tour guide helps you in planning yourOoty trip in a better way. For any information or query, you may contact Travel Bug India via call or email.

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