About Ooty
Yellandu to Ooty distnce : 1082 km
Estimated travel time : 18.8 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 Yellandu to Ooty is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Yellandu to Ooty by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Yellandu to Ooty distance is 1082 Km and is 18.8 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary - Located just before reaching Ooty, this wildlife sanctuary is home to various animal species including elephants, tigers, and deer. Visitors can enjoy jungle safaris and experience the rich biodiversity of the region.
2. Bandipur National Park - Situated approximately 70 km from Ooty, Bandipur National Park is another popular wildlife reserve. It is known for its significant population of Indian elephants, tigers, and various other animals.
3. Nagarhole National Park - About 60 km from Ooty, Nagarhole National Park is a renowned tiger reserve. It offers a chance to spot tigers, elephants, leopards, and many other wildlife species.
4. Mysore - As you head towards Yellandu, you can make a detour to Mysore. Mysore is famous for its palaces, including the grand Mysore Palace, also known as the Amba Vilas Palace. It is a cultural and historical city with several attractions, including the Chamundeshwari Temple and the Brindavan Gardens.
5. Srirangapatna - Located near Mysore, Srirangapatna is an island town known for its historical significance. It is home to the impressive Ranganathaswamy Temple, Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace, and the iconic Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary.
Tourist Attractions
Botanical Garden
Ooty Lake
Rose Garden
Thread garden
Dolphinโs Nose
Tea Museum
Kalhatti Falls
Dodabetta Peak
Elk Hill Murugan Temple
Golf Course
Emerald Lake
Tiger Hill
Pine Forest
St. Stephen's Church
Wenlock Downs - huge grass meadows with a chain of slopes
Pykara Lake and Waterfall
Kamaraj Sagar Lake
Droog Fort, Coonoor
Government Museum Ooty
Kotagiri, Coonoor - land of Kota tribes
Longwood Shola Forest, Coonoor
Lamb's Rock, Coonoor
Catherine Falls, Coonoor
Simi's Park, Coonoor
Boat House
The Tea Factory & The Tea Museum
Thread Garden
Ketty Valley
Needle Rock
Avalanche Lake
Pykara Lake and Falls