Ooty is a shorter derivative of its original name Udhagamandalam and is also called Ootacamundi. This is a magnificent hill station in Tamil Nadu and is considered a heaven for nature lovers all over the country. It is surrounded by the Nilgiri Hills and is popularly known as the Queen of Hills. Ooty is most famous for its tea plantations. It is surrounded on all sides by the towering Nilgiris, evergreen firs and of course small and large lakes. The misty blue mist of these mountains is said to originate from the eucalyptus trees that cover those hills, or perhaps from the Kurinji flowers, which are blue in color and bloom every 12 years.
Coonoor is the most beautiful hill station situated in the Nilgiri hills in Western Ghats.Views of the lush green range of the Nilgiris and the calm blue sea below make the destination perfect. Coonoor is said to be a trekker’s love for the trekking options it encompasses. It is famous for its extensive beauty and the careless leisurely strolls make an experience heaven with every step.
The Yercaud Hill area is also known as the Shevaroy Hills. The emerald green hue of the beautiful natural lake is also where the hill-station gets its meaning from.The hill-station is seemingly enveloped under picturesque skies above dense forests that grow coffee, spices and fruits, with oranges in abundance.It is a highly visited place amongst nature lovers, teenagers and families.
Kodaikanal is referred to as the "Princess of Hill stations" and has a long history as a retreat and tourist destination. Its name in the Tamil language means "The Gift of the Forest". It is at the crown of the Palani Hills and is effectively surrounded and protected by thick forests.It has several scenic natural attractions which attract visitors and make it a destination for newlyweds.
Yelagiri Hill is surrounded by orchards, rose-gardens and green valleys. It is a branch of Annamalai Hills.Yelagiri hill station has a salubrious climate prevailing the whole year.It is encompassed by the Palamathi hills, the Swamimalai hills, and the Javadi hills. It is a perfect destination for families, peace-seekers, couples and even adventure-enthusiasts for spending their holidays in the lap of nature and away from the disorderly and chaotic life of the city.
Kolli Hills is one of the most mesmerizing mountain ranges situated in Central Tamil Nadu.It is known more for its medicinal plants than anything else. A wide variety of medicinal plants and herbs are used in Ayurveda and Siddha treatments.Kolli hills are said to have the largest expanse of evergreen forest in the entire Southern part of the Eastern Ghats. Several coffee plantations, fruit orchards, and silver-oak estates occur in this region. Wildlife such as Sloth bear, barking deer, slender loris, Indian pangolin, jackals, mongoose, palm civet, and many reptiles.
Valparai Hill station is located on the Anamalai mountain range of the Western Ghats and is also one of the best tourist places in Tamilnadu.Valparai Hill station is pollution free heavenly land surrounded with full of tea estates.It stands majestically with Green Spread Mountains and picturesque forest all around.Its alluring combination of grassy knolls, clean air, and picturesque sights entice tourists from all over the country and beyond, rendering it one of the most sought-after destinations in the southern region of the Western Ghats.