OOTY HILL STATION
Ooty, Nilgiris, Tamilnadu, India
At an altitude of 7,440 feet Ooty is situated in South India, also known as Udhagamandalam, is often referred to as 'Queen of hill stations'. It is the capital of Nilgiris district in the state of Tamilnadu. Nilgiris means 'Blue Mountains'. Ooty Lake, Botanical Garden and Rose Garden are among the must include places in your Ooty tour packages. A land of picturesque picnic spots & lakes, it was a popular summer and weekend getaway for the British during colonial days. Ooty was originally a tribal land occupied by the Todas along with other tribes. Its stunning beauty and splendid green deep valleys inspired the British to name it Queen of Hill Stations. Sullivan later developed the town and encouraged the establishment of tea, chinchona, and teak trees.
Interesting Facts
- Apart from pleasant weather, Ooty Lake, Botanical Garden, Rose Garden, Wenlock Downs, Pine Forest and Emerald Lake are the popular Ooty sightseeing places.
- The establishment of numerous tea estates made Ooty famous. Lofty mountains, dense forest, sprawling grasslands and miles of tea gardens greet the visitors on most routes.
- The annual Tea and Tourism Festival (January) and Summer Festival (May) attract crowds in huge numbers.
Suggested time duration
5 Hours
Crowded Period
April to June
Best Season To Visit
March to October
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety
- Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 06:00 AM | 06:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Davisdale Bus Stand |
14 KM | 9513508001 |
 Mettupalayam Railway Station |
59 KM | 139 |
 Coimbatore International Airport |
94 KM | 0422-2592155 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle & Snacks
Suitable For
Adults
Children
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 5 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Ooty | 13 KM |
Nearest Temples
SRI PATTEESWARAR SWAMY TEMPLE
Temple dates back to 1500 year period
SRI SUBRAMANYA SWAMY TEMPLE
Lord Muruga is glorified in Thiru Murugatrupadai, a noted work of the Tamil Literature
SRI MASANI AMMAN TEMPLE
Temple nestled amid grassland interlaced and rivulets against the Anaimalai Hills
PUTRIDANKONDEESWARAR TEMPLE
The Muruga idol is about 5 feet tall in the Sanctum
EACHANARI VINAYAGAR TEMPLE
This temple was built in 1500 A.D.
SRI NANJUNDESWARAR TEMPLE
Temple was built during 16th century
SRI RANGANATHAR SWAMY TEMPLE
Only temple where Lord Vishnu is Worshipped in Linga form
MANDHIRAGIRI VELAYUDHA SWAMY TEMPLE
Lord Velayudham graces with his 12 hands, holding a flag with Cock symbol
Nearest Attractions
PYKARA LAKE BOATING
Pykara Dam built on Pykara River amidst dense forest
MUKURTHI NATIONAL PARK
The park is part of the Nilgiri's Bio Reserve
SIRUVANI WATERFALLS
The water from the fall is famous for its sweetness
ALIYAR DAM
Built across Aliyar River between 1959 and 1969
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