In the southern part of India, Ooty is a popular summer retreat. The original name of the place was, 'Udhgamandalam'. But the British found it next to impossible to pronounce the word. Later the name reduced to an easygoing 'Ooty', which instantly became everyone's favorite.

A travel to Ooty would take you to a lush green retreat nestled among the Blue Mountains that is the Nilgiris. The rolling green slopes lined with peaches, plums eucalyptus and pine have inspired many Bollywood movies.

Like all hill stations in India, British influence adds an extra dash of charm to Ooty. The legacy of the Raj becomes obvious in the hand-rolled cigars, cheese and chocolates widely available in its markets. Apart from the sprawling plantations of tea and coffee, there are quite a few tourist attractions in Ooty. The Botanical Garden and the Rose Garden make it an enchanting destination. Travel to Ooty to see myriad varieties of roses and trees.

Not only that ! Lakes, waterfalls are galore in the wilderness of the Nilgiris. The beautiful Ooty Lake is another interesting place here. Hire a paddleboat or a rowing boat to boat around in the lake - be assured to have a good time as you travel to Ooty.

Trek to the lofty peak of the Doddabetta to get a taste of adventure in your travel to Ooty. Enchanting vistas of the quaint little Toda (the local tribal residents) villages far below would unfailingly capture your imagination.

Mudumalai Wild Life Sanctuary is a short excursion away from Ooty. If you have a penchant for watching wild lives in their natural habitat, do not give it a miss as you travel to Ooty.


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