Ooty
Often referred to as the 'Queen of Hills', the hill station is one of the most popular places to visit not only in South India but also in the rest of the country.
Lakes
Points of tourist interest include the Avalanche Lake, Upper Bhavani Lake and the Emerald Lake
Heritage
A UNESCO World Heritage, a ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railways is an experience of a lifetime
Best Time to Visit
Mar - June
Ideal Duration
Visa
Not Required
Often referred to as the 'Queen of Hills', the hill station is one of the most popular places to visit not only in South India but also in the rest of the country. The hill station is situated at an elevation of 2240 metres above sea level and is one of most popular tourist destinations in Tamil Nadu. There are ample sightseeing sites in Ooty that will leave travellers in awe while vacationing. Ooty's magnificent tea plantations and red-roofed bungalows still carry echoes of the colonial past which fascinated every traveller visiting here for a holiday. The amazing natural exquisiteness with its misty green trails continue to attract thousands of nature lovers who can simply bask amidst its pristine lap. Besides visiting the sprawling tea plantations and admiring the red-roofed bungalows, there are ample things to do in Ooty that will fill you with memories of a lifetime. Offer prayers at the St. Stephen's Church, take a ride at the Nilgiri Mountain railways or opt for a boat ride at the lake- the endless activities in Ooty will always enthrall you with an absolute sense of wonder.
A UNESCO World Heritage, a ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railways is an experience of a lifetime. Other points of tourist interest include the Avalanche Lake, Upper Bhavani Lake and the Emerald Lake. Boating at the famous Ooty Lake also qualifies as one of the most exciting things to do in the hill station. Apart from the above-mentioned travel places several religious shrines are also dotted all over - right from St. Stephens Church to the age-old Murugan Temple, even pilgrims can have their fair share in Ooty. Apart from that, travellers can explore a host of other places of interest in the hill station that include the Botanical Gardens, the Pykara Lake and Falls and even sanctuaries. Ooty makes for an ideal destination for honeymooners, solo travellers, family vacationers and also for individuals who simply want to travel with friends. In our Ooty Travel Guide, we have given an extensive list of what to see in this travel destination in Tamil Nadu, what to do and where to stay - we have covered it all.
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Best Time to Visit Ooty
Ooty enjoys summer months from mid-March to June when the weather is pleasant. With temperature ranging from 21°C to 35°C, the weather is ideal to explore the beauty of Ooty. Needless to say, that the hill station attracts maximum number of tourists during these months.
Monsoons in Ooty spans from June to September and the region receives moderate to somewhat heavy rainfall during these months. While exploring around can become a little difficult because roads become slippery, however the vegetation around is lush green and at its best. So, if you want to explore luxuriant green side of the hills, you can head to Ooty during the monsoons.
Ooty experiences winters from October to end of February. The temperature falls down to as low as 2°C to 3°C making it very cold. However, if you do not mind the chilliness you can choose to travel to Ooty during the winters. Exploring the hill station during peak winters would be a different experience altogether.
Popular Attractions Ooty
UPPER BHAVANI LAKE
Located amidst deep jungles and the Nilgiri mountains, the picturesque beauty of the lake is absolutely astounding.
NILGIRI MOUNTAIN RAILWAYS
A ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railways are an amazing experience altogether.
EMERALD LAKE
Of late, however the area has started becoming popular as a picnic spot.
AVALANCHE LAKE
Travellers willing to camp at the site may carry a tent along with them.
PYKARA LAKE
There's a boat house located near the Pykara Dam that includes a rest house and restaurant where tourists can choose to relax.
ST. STEPHEN'S CHURCH
The marvel of British architecture is clearly relevant, and the church also houses a replica of the Last Supper.
SHOOTING POINT
The Shooting Point is an ideal getaway for couples and small travel groups.
KETTY VALLEY VIEW
Nature lovers, adventure and experience seekers can have a great time at this beautiful locale.
BOTANICAL GARDENS
The garden houses nearly thousands of species of plants - spanning across plants, shrubs, ferns, herbs and bonsai plants.
SANCTUARY AVALANCHE
One can trek up to the adjoining hills to catch a bird's eye view of Ooty.
PYKARA FALLS
The waterfall shrouded, in forest is definitely a treat to the eyes.
THUNDER WORLD
Thunder World houses models of several species of Dinosaurs.
TOY TRAIN
The Ooty Toy Train is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the hill station
DODDABETTA PEAK
Head to the telescope tower to gaze at the skyline of Ooty and look further to the sweeping forests of the Bandipur National Park.
MURUGAN TEMPLE
Since it is located on the Elk Mountains, the area offers amazing views of the surrounding vistas.
OOTY LAKE
Surrounded the eucalyptus trees- the natural beauty of the tree is further enhanced.
THREAD GARDEN
The garden is an innovative and amazing aesthetic creation of an artificial garden of flowers and plants all woven by threads.
CAIRN HILL
Alternately, Cairn Hills is a great place to simply hang out or spend some time in the evening strolling around.
ELK HILL
Can choose to spend a relaxing weekend here in the many resorts of Elk Hills.
