Ooty

Ooty is the majestic queen of the Hills. The towering mountains with lush green cover dotted by tea estates and vegetable fields are a sight to behold. As you drive up the winding roads, past the thrilling u-turns, the experience called “Ooty” begins. Or, you could have an entirely new experience and travel up the mountain in the Nilgiri Mountain Railway. As the train chugs up the hill, you get a breathtaking view of the scenic vista. As the train travels through the tunnels and passes through forests of eucalyptus trees, you get to enjoy the experience of a lifetime.. 

Ooty has been the top summer vacation destination from the time of the British Raj. Yes, the English found the climate and landscape of the Nilgiri Mountain similar to their home land that they even made Ooty as their summer capital. After independence, Ooty began to develop as a major tourist destination, more so for those who were looking to escape the summer heat and still enjoy a holiday within their budget. From that day, till now, this hill station has been a major vacation spot for people from all over the country.

Ooty is so popular that film makers from Bollywood to Kolliwood come here to shoot the romantic song sequences or exciting fight sequences. Did you know that there is even a place just outskirts of Ooty town that is called “Shooting spot” just because so many movies were shot in this region? Remember the famous song “Superstar yaaru keeta” where superstar Rajinkanth and Gowthami dance to a peppy tune with colour bombs blasting in the background? Do you remember the song where Kamalahasan and Sridevi played with a cute little puppy? Come to Ooty and visit those stunning locales captured in the movies.

What makes Ooty an Amazing Vacation Destination?
Whether you’re travelling with your friends or your family, visiting Ooty for your honeymoon, on a school trip – there’s something for everyone in this hill station. If you are looking to relax and rejuvenate, take a walk in the paths that meander through the woods. Sit back and listen to the sounds of the birds as your stress slowly drains away.
Want to have fun activities and adventure during your vacation? Go on a night safari in the thick Shola forests. You could get to spot to elusive tiger or stand back as the majestic gaur saunters past. There is so much to see and do on a vacation in Ooty. Right at the heart of the town is the Botanical Gardens where you can spend hours meandering through flower beds that hold flowers in every possible hue and shade. You could go boating in the beautiful Ooty lake that’s just close by or may be travel a little further to Pykara to enjoy a boat ride with you and your special someone.
Indulge in your craving for chocolate with homemade chocolates. Dark chocolate, white chocolate, fudge – you’ll find all kinds of chocolates here.