Aptly called ‘Queen of the hills,’ Ooty is situated in the state of Tamil Nadu in the foothills of Nilgiri in the Eastern Ghats of India. It is one of the most famous hill stations in the country and enjoys a heavy footfall of tourists throughout the year. Once just a hamlet for the local tribal people, today Ooty is one of the most sought-after hill destinations in the country. The summer months though witness the most number of travellers when the hotels and travel agents offer some of the best Ooty holiday packages. This is the time when you can enjoy the lowest deals if you book Ooty hotels in advance. Some airlines like Indigo, Air India, Vistara operators daily flights to Coimbatore which is considered as nearest airport to Ooty.
Situated at an altitude of 2,240 meters above sea level, with impressive mountain peaks, rolling grasslands, lush green forests, and vast tea gardens, and thunderous waterfalls make Ooty one of the most preferred honeymoon destinations. It’s quaint, quiet, breathtakingly beautiful, and difficult to forget.
The best time to visit Ooty is during the summer months, from March to June. This is the best season to visit Ooty and ideal for sightseeing. The weather is very pleasant and the temperatures vary from 15 °C to 20 °C. Apart from adventure activities such as hiking, trekking, boating, etc., you can also get a chance to attend the Summer Festival. This is undoubtedly the best tourist season in Ooty. Many cultural programs, flower shows, dog shows, boat races, etc. are conducted during this festival. Travelers can find ways on How to Reach Ooty from anywhere in India here at Yatra.com . Search convenient options to reach Ooty by air, road and rail.
Because of its natural beauty in plenty Ooty enjoys people from all over the country at all times. Some of the best Ooty tourist places are the Botanical Garden on the lower slopes of the Doddabetta peak where you can admire, smell, and take in the sight of perfectly trimmed blossoms and shrubs. You can also visit a rather unique natural site by the name of Dolphin's Nose, with a protruding rock resembling a dolphin's nose.
Go to Kalhatti Falls known to give a bird’s eye view of the entire valley. The place also boasts of a variety of exotic species of birds and animals. Don’t forget to visit the picturesque Emerald Lake with the Nilgiri rollings and tea estates forming the backdrop. Come here if you want a few moments away from the rather crowded tourist spots. You can also visit Annamalai temple which also houses an observatory promising the best views in Ooty.
While you can indulge in the more commercially known activities or visit places teeming with a number of tourists here are a few offbeat things to do in Ooty which will make your Ooty experience one of the most memorable. Try exploring the indigenous tribe known as the Toda tribes and know about their interesting lifestyle and traditions. Hop on the toy train, one of the oldest railway lines in the country which not many people are aware of or visit Kandal Cross, a church known for its healing powers.
