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Ooty: 5 places you should visit in the hill station for the perfect getaway

Published on: January 02, 2025 12:25 IST
Ooty: 5 places you should visit in the hill station for the perfect getaway
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Ooty: 5 places you should visit in the hill station for the perfect getaway
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Ooty Botanical Garden: This botanical garden was established in 1848 and was designed by William Graham Mcivor. It has a fossilized tree trunk that is believed to be 200 million years old. The time for this place is between 7:00 am and 6:30 pm. It is home to thousands of plants and trees.
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Ooty Lake: This is an artificial lake that was created by John Sullivan. It is enveloped with thick eucalyptus trees and is one of the best places to unwind at the end of the day. You can also take a boat ride in the lake to witness the views around the lake.
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Tea Estate Viewpoint: The tea estates of Ooty have been a major attraction. This estate has a museum and also a tea factory where you can drink tea. You can also buy tea, chocolates and other souvenirs from the place.
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Elk Hill Murugan Temple: This is a temple that is located atop Elk Hill and is dedicated to Lord Murugan. The temple has a 40-foot statue of the deity. You also get a view of the entire city of Ooty from this place.
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Doddabetta Peak: This place is just 10 km from Ooty and is the highest point in South India. It is the highest peak in the Nilgiri Mountains and has an altitude of 2,637 metres. You can see the Bandipur National Park, Coimbatore and Mysore. You also get a view of Ooty from this place.