Ooty local sighting

Nilgiri Mountain Railway - You may not find the mention of railway or a station in the list of places to visit anywhere else. But in Ooty, the railway line built by the British is one of the most popular tourist attractions. Nilgiri Mountain Railway line is known as an engineering marvel, being built at such a high grade.

Government Botanical Gardens - This place is a heaven for those who love trees and flowers. Even if you aren’t particularly interested in these, the aesthetic appeal of this attraction is sure to warm your heart. The popular tourist attraction was laid out in 1848 by Graham Mclvor.

Ooty Lake - If you are looking for places to visit in Ooty in 1 day, you must include Ooty Lake in your itinerary. Formed during the British Raj in 1824, this artificial lake is spread across 65 acres. Surrounded by lush mountains, the landscape is magical, especially with the mist lingering around the green cover.

Doddabetta Peak - To enjoy a panoramic view of the Nilgiris hills, take a trip to Doddabetta Peak. In fact, include this in your itinerary if you are looking for places to visit in Ooty  Doddabetta, the highest peak of the Nilgiris, is located 10 km from Ooty.

Pykara Falls and Pykara Lake - The picturesque charms of Pykara Falls have attracted many Kollywood filmmakers to shoot songs here. No wonder, the natural beauty of this place allures tourists in large numbers as well. Located about 20 km from Ooty, Pykara Falls makes for an ideal picnic spot

Kamaraj Sagar Dam - Kamaraj Sagar Dam is yet another splendid picnic spot; hence a popular tourist place in Ooty. The area looks stunning with dense mango and coconut trees covering the region. While it is extremely popular as a picnic spot, it also attracts angling enthusiasts as the dam reservoir is home to a variety of aquatic life.

Elk Hill Lord Murugan Temple - Considered as one of the most beautiful hills in Ooty, Elk Hill is home to the famous Elk Hill Lord Murugan Temple. The temple is dedicated to Lord Murugan, well known as the warrior god.