Ooty Overview

About the Place

Ooty is known famously as the "Queen of the Nilgiris". It is a paradise to all mountain lovers. The Blue Mountains are wrapped with peace, which will be liked by anyone and everyone. Ooty is a blissful place which is a treat to the travellers. The queen of hills has been one of the most alluring tourist's spot. The scenic beauty amazes the ones visiting Ooty. It was known to be East India Company's Summer Headquarters. Udagamandalam is the other name for Ooty.

The hill station in Ooty is perfect for the ones who all are done with the daily chores of life and want to breathe some fresh air. Ooty is a place where tourists come to relax and et the same time enjoy the beauty it unfolds. There are a lot of Ooty tourist places which all are a must-visit for someone exploring Ooty.

Nestled amidst the Nilgiri Hills, Ooty is at an altitude of 2,240 amidst the mean sea level. The place enjoys a favorable climate throughout the year. Ooty is a place which is known for its simplicity. Anyone at this place can get the local vibe and local culture just after landing. The journey to Ooty is very eye-catching for it is dotted with the beautiful Nilgiri hills, serene waterfalls and tea gardens. The charm of old-world colonial architecture is mesmerizing; it suffuses the surroundings with fresh air. Ooty is a very cool and peaceful place. One can spend hours directly staring at its beauty. For people who are searching for leave from scorching Sun and blowing horns, this winding country lanes is the best place for you. 

Ooty is also a quite popular destination for couples and honeymooners. A trip to the Toy Train would offer you the best scenes that the city has to offer. You can enjoy panoramic views of this awe-inspiring hill station right from your couch. The Nilgiri Mountain Railways is one of the best train rides with the steepest track in all of Asia; you will ever experience. Shahrukh Khan and Malaika Arora's hit song 'Chaiyya Chaiyya' where they were found matching steps on top of a train was shoot in the Nilgiri Mountain Railways and the Nilgiri Mountains all along. Given Below are the top places to visit in Ooty

Places to visit in Ooty

1. Ooty train or Nilgiri Mountain Railway  

Nilgiri Mountain Railway also famous by the name Toy Train in Ooty is one of the iconic attractions of the famous hill station Ooty. The train's popularity is very high that it was declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2005. It was opened in the year 1899; it continues to impress visitors over the years. It covers a distance total 46 km in 5 hours. It goes through the spectacular hills, a journey filled with awestruck views. Another exciting feature of the train is that its youngest X class locomotive, which is over 50 years old, also the oldest is 80 years old. The journey starts from Mettupalayam; a small place on river Bhavani covering Mettupalayam, Kellar, Coonoor, Wellington, Lovedale and Ootacamund on its way. The Ooty Toy Train is the best way to hide the treasures of Nilgiris.

2. Ooty Lake

One of the most refreshing and awestruck places to visit in Ooty is the Ooty Lake. It is at a distance of almost 2 km from the central city of Ooty in the green hills of the Nilgiris district. The mesmerizing lake is spread over an area of 65 acres. Its foundation was led by the collector of Coimbatore, John Sullivan in the year 1824. Eucalyptus trees and greenery surrounds the Ooty lake. It is a great place to experience the beauty of the hills. Numerous streams make its way through the lake. Ooty is a perfect place for travel photography. You can spot many unique water birds in the lake with Nilgiri mountain ranges in the background.

Ooty lake is the right place for fun and activity. Paddle boats, rowing boats, and motorboats are available; you can rent them from the boathouse. Mini trains are available for kids too; they can hop on and take a quick ride around the lake. In May many events are organized here. It is advisable to visit the lake in the weekdays for on weekends the place remains highly crowded. Few scenes of the film, Ajab Prem Ki Gazab Kahani (2009) and 'Dil Deewana' song from Maine Pyaar Kiya (1989) were shot here. It is also one of the prime attractions and you must include in your Ooty packages.

3. Ooty Rose Garden 

The heart of the town of Ooty, in Tamil Nadu the Ooty rose garden is situated. It is also called the Jayalalithaa Rose Garden. It falls among the top Ooty tourist places. The rose garden is a long, lush green garden with a colourfull view. The flower garden attracts tourist of all age groups, especially people who are inclined towards Botany.

In the year 1995, the beautiful Ooty Rose Garden has been established at the Elk Hill slopes in Ooty. The Horticulture Department of Tamil Nadu maintains these famous botanical gardens. The peak flowering season is from March to June. You can also purchase sapling or buy bouquets from here.

4. Ooty Botanical Gardens

Botanical Gardens lie majorly on the lower slopes of the Doddabetta peak. Among the famous Ooty places to visit, this is a must-visit for all. The Govt. Botanical Garden in Ooty, near Coimbatore in the state of Tamil Nadu, is splendid. The natural beauty of these gardens attracts visitors. From the last 60 years, visitors from different corners of the world are visiting here. This place is most commonly signifies for Ooty Tourism.

Which is best to visit Ooty? 

Winters in Ooty is far colder than the rest of South India. Ooty is a year-round destination. The best time to visit Ooty is from Oct to Jun. At this time the temperature is enjoyable, and the temperature lies around 25 celsius.  

What is famous in Ooty?

The famous and attractive OOTY TOURISTS PLACES are: 
•    Botanical Gardens
•    Doddabetta Peak.
•    Avalanche Lake.
•    Government Rose Gardens.
•    Ooty Lake

There are many more Ooty places to visit.

Ooty Temperatures. 

Ooty has got cold temperatures throughout the year because of its high altitude. During summers the temperature ranges from 10 degrees to 25 degrees. In winter, it ranges around 5 degrees to 21 degrees. 

Ooty is a peaceful hill station with a pleasant temperature. It is famous for its mesmerizing natural view with lakes, mountains, and flowers. Ooty is a must-visit for every travel lover.