Gushing down at full speed from a great height, the Pykara Falls is a marvellous sight to behold. Adventure seekers and nature lovers can have an awesome time here as it is considered one of the best waterfalls in Ooty. It drops down in two sections with a height of 55 metres and 61 metres through multiple layers on the rocky bed. The waterfall shrouded, in forest is definitely a treat to the eyes.
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The Rose Garden is a prominent attraction of Ooty visited by thousands of travellers round the year. Spread over an area of 10 acres, the orchard is one of the biggest rose gardens in India. Arranged in curved terraces, the rose orchard houses more than hundred varieties of roses including miniature roses, hybrid tea roses, ramblers and much more. Many of the rose species were brought from several parts of the world including Australia.
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Ooty's highest point and also the Nilgiri mountains' highest point-the Doddabetta peak happens to be the most popular tourist attractions in the region. Once at the point, discover vast fields of rhododendrons and a host of other herbs as you go about exploring the peak and its surroundings. Head to the telescope tower to gaze at the skyline of Ooty and look further to the sweeping forests of the Bandipur National Park.
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The Government Botanical Garden is a botanical garden in Udhagamandalam, near Coimbatore (Ooty), Tamil Nadu state, India laid out in 1848. The gardens, divided into several sections, cover an area of around 55 acres, and lie on the lower slopes of Doddabetta peak. The garden has a terraced layout. It is maintained by the Tamil Nadu Horticulture Department.
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Located 28 km away from Ooty, Avalanche lake is a must visit when on Ooty Tour. This lake, beautifully lying amid the lush greenery of mountains and landscapes mesmerises every visitor. It was created due to a massive landslide somewhere around 1800s hence the name. It is popular for trout fishing and the required equipment for it can be taken from Trout hatchery. Along with exploring the surrounding areas and its rare flora and fauna, other activities that are popular here are camping, rafting and trekking to nearby hilly regions such as Upper Bhavani. It is also an ideal picnic
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