OOTY THE QUEEN OF HILL STATIONS

Ooty the "Queen of hill stations" is one of the most popular hill stations in India. It used to be a popular summer and weekend getaway for the Britishers during the colonial days. It is situated at an altitude of 2,240 meters above sea level. It is a picturesque mountain range with lots of tea plantation covering the mountain. Some of the attractions in Ooty are the train travel from Mettupalayam to Ooty through tunnels and ravines and dense forest vegetation where one can enjoy the natures beauty. The annual flower show and botanical garden is another important attraction in Ooty. The boat ride in the Pykara lake is another major attraction in Ooty.