The most famous hill station of the south, Ootacamund’s (Ooty) resplendent tea plantations and red-roofed bungalows still carry echoes of colonial past. Originally a densely forested area in the Nilgiri mountains, it was converted into a summer retreat for the British in the 19th century. Though there are not many places to visit in Ooty but he place will get you high on nature and natural beauty. The undeniable natural beauty of Ooty (as it's universally referred to) and its misty green trails continues to draw visitors every year. Ooty is pleasant all year round, but the summer months are the high season. If you want to avoid the crowds and don't mind a drizzle then head here between August and November, when the rains turn the hills a luxuriant green.
PLACES TO VISIT IN OOTY
5 ways to explore the great outdoors around Ooty
Ooty may be the most famous hill station in the Nilgiri hills, but the region's natural splendour is best admired at one of its many tea estates. Thes...
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Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, a biodiversity hotspot that’s home to a large number of species of plants, mammals, birds and reptiles. Watch out for You c...
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The first wildlife sanctuary in southern India, this national park is located in the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. Spread across the states of Tamil Nadu...
3FEATUREDDoddabetta Peak
At 8,969 feet, Doddabetta is the highest peak in the area. On a clear day, you can get commanding views of the Nilgiris, and even the plains around Co...
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