About Ooty
Dombivli to Ooty distnce : 1190 km
Estimated travel time : 21.6 hours
Udhagamandalam, popularly called as OOTY by the tourist, is the Queen of Hill Stations in the lap of the Western Ghats. Centuries ago this was also called as Oththai-Kal (single stone) Mandu (Mund is a name of Toda Village). The resort town is gifted with the rare creation of the nature that is always ready to be cherished by the tourists.
Paradise for the nature lover Ooty is the town of the beautiful tea gardens, botanical gardens from where walking makes the wonder, witnessing the depicted in scriptures of various cultures with the cup of the tea from the plantation is the perfect way to enjoy you trip in the town. Once serves as the summer capital for the Madras presidency in The British time the town is well know as the โIndiaโs Switzerlandโ. Nestled in the majestic hills, the town is the situated in the Hotspot area of Western Ghats, one of the Natural UNESCO Site that make the town the destination of the rare natural views like worldโs most spectacular wonders: best tea gardens and oil extractions. Surrounded by the Shola forest with the beauty of the Tea gardens where walking trail amaze the tourists the very rare combination of the natural beauty of the human mind. One who has seen the tourist places like Ooty, believes in the gifts of Life, otherwise these rare beauty is often overlooked conveniently by the adventurous zest of the tourists.
Taxi from Dombivli to Ooty is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Dombivli to Ooty by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Dombivli to Ooty distance is 1190 Km and is 21.6 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Mumbai - As Dombivli is a suburb of Mumbai, you can explore various attractions in the city, such as Marine Drive, Gateway of India, Juhu Beach, Elephanta Caves, and Siddhivinayak Temple.
2. Lonavala and Khandala - These hill stations near Dombivli are known for their scenic beauty, pleasant weather, and stunning viewpoints like Tiger Point, Duke's Nose, and Kune Falls.
3. Pune - The cultural capital of Maharashtra, Pune, offers many attractions like Aga Khan Palace, Shaniwar Wada, Sinhagad Fort, and Osho Ashram.
4. Kolhapur - Located in southwestern Maharashtra, Kolhapur is famous for its ancient temples like Mahalaxmi Temple and Panhala Fort.
5. Goa - Although slightly off the route, if you have enough time, you can explore the beautiful beaches, Portuguese architecture, and vibrant nightlife of Goa.
6. Mysore - Situated in Karnataka, Mysore is known for the magnificent Mysore Palace, Brindavan Gardens, Chamundi Hills, and Mysore Zoo.
7. Bandipur National Park - Located in Karnataka's Chamarajanagar district, this national park is home to various wildlife species, including tigers, elephants, and deer.
8. Mudumalai National Park - Another national park situated in Tamil Nadu, Mudumalai is known for its rich biodiversity and offers opportunities for safari tours and wildlife spotting.