Ooty, the capital of Nilgiri district, is popularly known as the "Queen of hill stations' among the tourist circuits. The establishment of numerous tea estates made Ooty famous. Lofty mountains, dense forest, sprawling grasslands and miles and miles of tea gardens greet the passengers on most routes. The annual Tea and Tourism Festival attracts crowds in huge numbers. Visit Ooty during this festival, when tea lovers from all over the world converge. An occasion not to be missed! Botanical gardens are a major tourist attraction for those who visit Ooty, one of the most popular hill stations of India. They sprawl over 50-acres and lie on the lower slopes of Dodabetta peak, which is the highest point in Ooty, Hills and Views, Kalhatty Falls, Kandal Cross Shrine, Mini Garden and Rose Garden, Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Ooty Lake, With the Summer Festivals, the hills are even hospitable to welcome the visitors, The bungalow, which is locally called "Kal Bangla", is one of the landmarks of ooty. The Nilgiris are a trekker's paradise. Landscaped by nature, the hills abound in trek for lovers of nature. Hang-gliding courses are also organized during March to May every year, Just about anything available in the cities can be had at Ooty with the added attraction of leisurely shopping. Exclusive Nilgiri products including Nilgiri tea, fruits, natural oils like Eucalyptus, Toda embroideries, plant nurseries are easily available in the town. Co-operative Super Market and Municipal Market are some of the best places for shopping fruits and general groceries. Kairali of Kerala Handicrafts and Poompuhar of Tamil Nadu Handicrafts have their showrooms near to Super Market Buildings on Charring Cross. Coimbatore, 105 km from Ooty, is the nearest airport. Tourist Information Centre Tourist Office, Government of Tamil Nadu Supermarket Complex Charring Cross, ooty. Blue hills Chandan Vihar Tan door Mahal Ooty Coffee House Chinkos Chinese Restaurant Hills Palace are the best places to eat and feel delighted. There are no standard rates except tourist cabs. The magic of Ooty is not so much the specific tourist destination; it is, in fact, the long lovely walks that it offers. Wherever you go the serenity of the Nilgiris will be all around you. The Indian jockeys are attracted to the Ootacamund Derby that celebrates the racing season at Ooty. The nature lovers may plan their trip in the first week of May when Ooty hosts the famous Annual Flower Show. So what are you waiting for? Pack your bag and get ready for the most ravishing retreat this summer at the southern hills. The nearest airport to Ooty is in Coimbatore (88kms) which is connected to all the major cities of India. Air Deccan, Indigo, Jet Airways, Go Air, Spice jet, Kingfisher and Air India operate non-stop flights to Coimbatore from Delhi. Book your flights now don’t wait…the excitement is waiting for you!






