INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT OOTY

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT OOTY

1. Ooty, also known as Udhagamandalam, is located in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu, India.

2. Ooty is situated at an altitude of 2240 meters above sea level, making it one of the highest altitude hill stations in India.

3. The name "Ooty" is believed to have originated from the Toda word "othakal-mund" which means "house in the mountains".

4. Ooty was originally a tribal land, but it was developed by the British in the 19th century as a summer resort.

5. Ooty is famous for its tea plantations, which produce some of the finest tea in India.

6. The Nilgiri Mountain Railway, which connects Ooty with Mettupalayam, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the steepest and most scenic railways in Asia.

7. The Ooty Lake is a popular tourist spot, and visitors can enjoy boating and fishing in the lake.

8. The Government Botanical Garden in Ooty is one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India, and it houses more than 650 species of plants and trees.

9. Ooty is home to several indigenous tribes, including the Todas, Kotas, and Kurumbas, who have a rich cultural heritage.

10. Ooty is also known for its annual flower show, which attracts visitors from all over the world and showcases a wide variety of flowers and plants.