Ooty – The Queen of Hills
Ooty is located on a ‘Blue Mountain’ in the Nilgiris in Tamil Nadu. Since centuries Ooty has been a popular destination for holidaying and relaxing especially during summer time. Hundreds of Ooty hotels offer the kind of accommodation tourists look for, ranging from budget, luxury, heritage, deluxe, semi deluxe, three star and five star arrangements at the most affordable rates.
Ooty – The Blue Mountain
In entire region there is smoky mist which gives the mountain its name, called the Blue Mountain. The Kurunji blue coloured flower, could also be one of the reasons behind the mountain name. The place has relevance to Tipu Sultan who built a cave like structure in Ooty for the purpose of kingdom expansion.
Ooty also has connections with the tribe of Todas as indicated by history. Mr John Sulivan, Coimbatore’s Governor was handed over a part of Ooty, for the purpose of town development. A major part of land in Ooty was owned by the Britishers who lived there for many years. In the colonial days of Madras Presidency it served as a summer capital. After the war, injured soldiers were sent to Ooty to recover.
Travelling within Ooty and from Ooty to Mysore is very easy by road. Coimbatore International Airport is the airport closest to access. From the airport to Ooty there are taxi services available. Many of the hotels make pre arrangements for taxis which prove to be a safer option. Ooty and the surrounding areas are well connected by rail and road.
There are destinations around this place and from Ooty to Mysore. To get around the place, jeeps, cars, two wheelers and cycle can be hired as well. Ooty is a flourishing hill station. Tourists can enjoy sightseeing in the Pine forests, Doddabetta Peak, Dolphin’s Nose, Government Botanical Gardens, Sim’s Park, Rose Gardens, Hidden Valley, Wax Museum, Pykara boating, and lots more.
Nahar Residency Hotel, The Willow Hill, Holiday Inn Gem Park, Blue Valley Resort and Sagar Holiday resort are some of the most popular Ooty hotels offering online facility for early bookings. Great services are offered as compared to the rates offered. Tourists can consider a hotel stay at any of the luxury, budget, heritage, deluxe, semi deluxe, five star, three star hotels etc. depending upon budget and needs.
The other destinations that offer a great visit in Ooty are the Red Hills, Bellikkal and the Coonoor Hills. Many affordable tour packages are available at Ooty also for destinations like Mahabalipuram, Kodaikanal, Cochin, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Coonoor, Tirupati, Coimbatore, Chennai and many more.
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