The “ Queen of hill stations ” is the capital of Nilgiris district. It is one of the most popular tourist resorts in India. Nilgiris means “Blue Mountains”. It is a land of picturesque picnic spots. Used to be popular summer and weekend getaway for the Britishers during the colonial days. It is situated at an altitude of 2,240 meters above sea level. The Hill resort of Ooty is located in the midst of four high hills. These hills belong to the Nilgiri range or the 'blue mountains.' A British Collector by the name of John Sullivan discovered the hill station of Ooty and developed it as a summer resort, realizing its potential. Apparently the British Collector was right about Ooty and now it is one of the most popular hill stations in India, particularly of South India

Botanical Garden : Over 20 hectares planted with numerous varieties of plants, shrubs and trees including orchids, frens, medicinal plants and topiary. There is also a fossilised tree trunk believed to be 20 million years old.

Horse Riding: Three hour ride to a tribal village to encounter the local people.

COONOOR

18 km from Ooty, another hill station at a lower altitude. The Toy Train journey from Otty to Coonoor would be an interesting one. Surrounded by tea and coffee plantations, Coonoor is famous for its Sims Park and several other attractions like Dolphin’s Nose, Lambs Rock(Both are view points) Beullah Farm (Wine making centre).

BANDHIPUR

Bandhipur’s deciduous habitat is ideal for viewing elephant, gaur, sambar etc and if one is lucky,elusive predators like tiger, leopard or wild dogs . Bandhipur is home to over 300 species of birds, of which many are endemic to these jungles. There are plenty of opportunities for nature walks, bird-watching and wildlife photography in these unspoilt environs.

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