A charming hill station, it is quaint, quiet and rather old-world. Located down South, it can often be confused with Ooty. But then it is distinctive in its own self. Sprawling tea estates, misty hills and old bungalows with bougainvilleas growing over the walls – this is what Coonoor is all about.
Sights to see:
Sim’s Park: A beautiful botanical park, it is partially built in Japanese style and has a vibrant range of flowers and plants, some of which have been imported from elsewhere.
Dolphin’s Nose: It gets its name from a rock that is, quite obviously, shaped like a dolphin. This spot is popular for the splendid views of the region around.
Catherine Waterfalls: Visible from Dolphin’s Nose, water gushes down 250 ft!
Droog: Earlier used by Tipu Sultan, this fort is now in ruins. Though the trek to it is quite long, the views from atop is mind-blowing!
UPASI: This is the bi-weekly tea auction that is held by United Planters Association of South India (UPASI) – a true delight for all tea aficionados.
Travelguru offers a choice of hotels in Coonoor. From resorts to hotels offering splendid views of the region, you can get it all here.
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