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HOME : Great Hill Stations & Mountains -» Ooty
Ooty Ooty, the Queen of hill stations, is superbly placed in the Nilgiri mountain ranges of the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The height of 2,268 meters, salubrious climate and charming good looks make Ooty a popular tourist destination. It a place of respite for the south Indians as it brings delight to one and all from the harsh summer heat. Ooty exhibits a superb blend of peace and calmness of a hill station. Gently sloping meadows, gardens and lakes remind travellers of England, and visitors make it into their itinerary to look at the old cottages and stone churches. The Botanical gardens, an artificial lake with the facilities for boating, pony rides, mini train rides, and quiet walks in the middle the forest roads are some of the major highlights. Attractions at OotyOoty Lake is an artificial lake and attracts visitors for its charming look. It features among the prime tourist attractions in Ooty. St Stephens Church is probably the oldest in the Nilgiris, built in 1829 and it has taken its beam from the palace of Tipu Sultan at Srirangapatnam. Doddabetta, the highest peak the Nilgiris, fascinates tourists with its beautiful view of the Nilgiri hill ranges. The Kodanadu View Point offers a wonderful view of the tea estates and the Moyar River and attracts a good number of travellers. The Botanical Garden is another beautiful site. Great Hill Stations & MountainsManali | Shimla | Nainital | Ooty | Darjeeling | Munnar | Mount Abu | Ladakh |