A holiday from Ooty to Coonnoor is a must visit choice for the lovers of nature. One of the most favorite outings among the excursions from Ooty, Coonnoor is a small town cocooned amidst sylvan surroundings.

The place is well maintained as it receives a lot of tourists all year round. The cool summer, followed the mysterious rains and the winter with clear blue skies attract tourists, especially from the plains of Tamil Nadu.

The undulating hills painted green with the tea plantations formed the backdrop for many Bollywood movies.

The journey from Ooty to Coonnoor is a drive of just 17 kms. It is also accessible by narrow gauge Ooty - Mettupalayam railway that meanders through the Nilgiris and offers a breathtaking view of the surroundings.

Just as one alight from the small train, the fresh coolness surrounds you and takes one to a serene land.

Coonnoor is the second largest hill of the Nilgiri mountain range, situated at an elevation of 1839 meters. The hill retreat is tucked away in a green valley at the head of Hulikal ravine.

A perfect destination for hiking, trekking and walking holidays, Coonnoor has a number of places of popular tourist interest.

They are mostly view points allowing the tourists to enjoy nature at its best. The Sim's Park is the botanical garden of Coonnoor and is home to an extensive range of the region's flora and fauna.

The Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint is just 10 km from the the main town and is spilled by holiday makers all year round.

Last Updated on 9/20/2011

Excursions From Ooty