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Tamilnadu Hill Stations :
Coonoor :
The fabulous hill station Coonoor is situated at an altitude of 1858m above sea level, just 19 kms far from Ooty. It is considered as the second largest hill station in the beauty of Nilgiris. The beauty of this hill station opens its wings on the eastern side of the southern extremity of the Doddabetta range.
The will known Sim's Park increases its beauty which is constructed in 1874 with the composition of unique trees and plants. One can also enjoy the ride of toy train at this place. Best time to visit at this place is in between October and March.Coonoor is a fabulous hill station in the Nilgiri hills about 19 km from Ooty. Coonoor, located at an altitude of 1,856 metres, is the second largest hill station in the Nilgiri hills.The Sim's Park with all its natural beauty was constructed in 1874 has unique trees and plants. Facinating and unforgetable view points for tourist are Lamb's Rock, Dolphin's Nose, Lady Canning's Seat to name a few.Tourist can avail of the Toy train facility to get a detailed view of this place.
Attractions : Major attractions includes Lamb's Rock, Sim's Park, Law's Falls Dolphin's Nose, St. Catherine Falls and Kotagiri.
How to Reach :
By Air: Nearest airport is Coimbatore which is connected to other major cities of South.
By Rail: Nearest Railway Station is Mettupalayam .
By Road: Coonoor Bus Stand has direct links via Coimbatore to other parts of South.
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Kodaikanal:
Also known as Kodai, located at an altitude of 2,133m high and 120 kms from Madurai. It is situated amidst the folds of the verdant Pali hills and has all the natural attractions like mighty rocks, enhancing waterfalls, wooded slopes, and a beautiful lake.
The place has also its main attraction as ‘Kurinji-flower' which blossoms only once in 12 years. It is considered as one of the most beautiful hill station in India. Best time to visit this place is between April to June and September to October.
Attractions: Major attractions are The Kurinji Andavar Temple, Flora & Fauna Museum and Byrant's Park. |
How to reach :
Kodaikanal is located 120 km away from Madurai, 479 km from Chennai, 450 km from Bangalore, 421 km from Mysore, 244 km from Coimbatore, 473 km from Thiruvananthapuram, 1,016 km from Hyderabad, 374 km from Kanyakumari, 251 km from Thanjavur, 477 km from Mamallapuram, 258 km from Pondicherry and 479 km from Ooty.
By Air: Nearest airport is Madurai (120 kms).
By Rail: Nearest railhead is Kodai Road Railway Station .
By Road: Kodaikanal Bus Stand is well connected to other parts of South via Madurai.
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Kotagiri:
Kotagiri is one of the oldest hill station in the Nilgiris located at an altitude of 1,950m above sea level and just 16-km away from Ooty. The term Kotagiri literally means the lines of house of the Kotas. Once it was a very famous amongst Britishers as a hill resort. The climate considered as one of the best in the world. |
There are various beautiful knolls and valleys which attracts more and more tourist. Best time to visit is throughout the year.
Attractions : Elk Falls, Kodanad Viewpoint, andSt. Catherine Falls are a few places to visit and Long wood Shol a.
How to Reach :
By Air: The Nearest airport is Coimbatore (100 kms).
By Rail & Road: Kotagiri is well connected with other parts of South . |
| Udhagamandalam (Ooty):
This fabulous hill station is known as the “Queen of hill stations” among the hill stations. It is situated at an varied altitude 2280m and 2290m in the Nilgiri Ranges, 105 kms far from Coimbatore. The capital of Nilgiri district, is popularly known as the "Queen of hill stations' among the tourist circuits.
It is situated at a distance of 105km away from Coimbatore.. This hill station is blessed with excellent green hills, terraced tea plantations and eucalyptus, pine and wattle lining the landscape. In past, it was the home of many Britisher who were flattered by the beauty of this wonderful hill station.
Attraction : Major attractions to this place includes Government botanical Garden, Lake view, Mini Garden, Doddabetta, The Mukkurthi Peak & National Park, Hindustan Photo Films, Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, Pykara, Deer park and the fun of the Narrow Trail. |
Yercaud:
Yercaud is situated at an altitude of 1,500 m above sea level on the Shevaroy Hills of the Eastern Ghats. This hill station is also know as the “Ooty of the Poor” as it is less expensive from Ooty and Kodaikanal Hill station. It is also known for its coffee plantations and Orange groves. |
Best time to visit this place is throughout the hear as the climate is very good here . Attractions : Major attractions to this place are coffee plantation, textile town of Salem, Aiyanars, Gent's Seat, Pyramid Point and Servaroyan Temple.
How To Reach :
By Air: Nearest airport is Tiruchirapalli .
Rail: Nearest railway stations are the Salem junction and the Salem town.
Road: Yercaud is well connect |
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