Ooty

Spectacular tourist places in Ooty

Ooty was once a paradise of Englishmen during the British rule in India. This exotic location was found by John Sullivan. Though there are various other attractions in Ooty, the great attraction is climate. The Weather in Ooty will usually be cold to moderate all through the year. So, the English people used this as a summer retreat.

Ooty is also known as “Queen of Hill Stations” owing to the unique and immense natural beauty of the place.

The mountain offers a blue hue that lends more charm to this region. There are lakes, mountains, greenery as far as the eye can see, making nature the focal point of Ooty tourism. Since tourism is one of the mainstays of the country, the destination is also very tourist-friendly and easy to get around.

There are loads of places to visit in Ooty. And some are listed below;

The Botanical Garden

One of the most famous all over India for the wide range of trees, creepers, flowers, shrubs and other exotic and indigenous plants. It’s a well-maintained garden and one of the most famous tourist places in Ooty that provides a visual delight to the trippers.

The Annamalai Temple

A popular temple of Lord Muruga. There is also an observatory located here from where travelers can enjoy panoramic views of the areas around. This place has a number of tea plantations and gardens. Ooty also has a number of lakes where tourists can enjoy an excellent boating experience, especially the Pykara Lake. Ooty tourism provides boating options at most of the lakes. The picturesque beauty of such lakes has made them one of the essential tourist places in Ooty.

Law’s falls and Pykara Falls

There are also various waterfalls in the region. These scenic waterfalls situated among dense forests and lush greenery are a treat to watch. The Law’s falls and Pykara falls are among the most popular tourist places in the region. One can visit here for a day picnic and explore and trek the beautiful area around. You can also dive into the fresh and cool river water.

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The Doddabetta peak

Another famous spot. Situated about ten kilometers from the region, this peak offers an eye capitative view of the town and area around. At the height of 2, 623 mts, it’s one of the excellent vantage points to glance the whole area around.

Coonoor and Kotagiri

There is no dearth of tourist destinations to see in this region. The small towns of Coonoor and Kotagiri which are a very short distance from the town also enjoy the same beauty and can be visited along with Ooty. The weather in the region is pleasant all through the year which means you can visit this place all round the year. Avoid visiting during the monsoons when there are heavy rains and might limit your mobility around the region. If you are looking for clam, stress-free and rejuvenate oasis, Ooty will be the right choice.

Wenlock Downs

Also called a shooting point, this place is a vast meadow along the Pykara road. They are excellent for picnics and for those who want to walk among nature. You can also enjoy horse riding here.

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What is Ooty famous for?

The region is famous for tea plantations. You will find a wide range of choices from dust and leaf, black tea, green and white varieties and flavors like as jasmine, chocolate, and spiced teas as well.