Ooty - Queen of Hill Stations
If Mother Nature has blessed any place in the southern part of India with her natural beauty, then surely it is Ooty where serenity and cool climate speak all about the presence of Mother Nature. Located at an altitude of 2665 meter above sea level, Ooty is a picturesque hill station in the state of Tamil Nadu. Lofty mountain ranges, sprawling grasslands, dense forest ranges, tea gardens and panoramic view is enough to keep you stunned for a long time.
HOW TO REACH OOTY?
By Air: Coimbatore is the nearest airport to Ooty at the distance of 105 km. You can take taxi or the buses run by State Transport Corporation to reach to the hill station.
By Train: Ooty Falls and the Mettupalayam are the nearest railway stations to reach to Ooty. You can take taxi or the buses run by State Transport Corporation to reach to the hill station.
By Road: It is well connected to major hill stations of the state like Kotagir, Coonoor and others. However, there are regular bus services from Mysore, Bangalore, Palghat, Calicut, Tirupati, and a number of other popular destinations in the state of Karanatka.
Major Attractions in and around Ooty:
Everyone is well aware of the picturesque beauty of Ooty that has something special to keep tourists captivating. The panoramic view of the valley and the mountain ranges speak all about the rich legacy of the place. Some of the Major places to visit in Ooty are the following.
Kandal Cross Shrine : It is a Roman Catholic Shrine considered as the Jerusalem of the East. Many people also call it Calvary of Tamil Nadu.
Botanical Garden : One of the major tourist attractions in Ooty, the botanical garden houses myriad species of plants, flowers and trees.
Government Museum : It has tribal objects, ecological details and sculptural crafts and arts of Tamil Nadu.
Mini Garden and Rose Garden : Situated about 3 to 4-km away from Charring Cross the Rose Garden is a worthwhile place to explore during your Ooty tour. On the other hand, Mini garden is situated on the way to the boathouse where the children amusement park is housed.
Kalhatty Falls : Located on the Kalhatty slopes at about 13 km from Ooty at Mysore- Kalhatty ghat road, it is a must see place.
Ooty Lake : One of the Beautiful lakes in the state, Ooty Lake is the favorite haunt of tourist that was built in 1825 by Mr. John Sullivan.
Things to Do in Ooty:
The panoramic view of the city keep travelers mesmerized for a long time and persuade them to explore the scenic beauty of the place. Here you will have an opportunity to come close to Mother Nature and feel her touch. For picnic and sightseeing, it offers you a lot. Honeymooners and couples who want to experience the most romantic days of their life, Ooty is the best hill station for them. There are also a number of opportunities for adventure sports to enjoy tour to Ooty.
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