G.B. International ::- Coonoor
| Alleppay | Kasaragod | Malappuram | Pathanamithitta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idukki | Kozhikode | Palakkad | Thrisuur |
| Kochi (Cochin) | Kollam | Waynad | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Kannur | Kumarakom | Thekkady | South India |
Coonoor
Coonoor provides the traveler with the panoramic view of the lush green Nilgiri hills, with its ravines, valleys, and waterfalls. Bird watching is a popular pastime in Coonoor, as the area boasts of a large variety of species like cormorants, pipits, thrushes, parakeets, skylarks, Nilgiri verditer, etc. Travelers can take a walk through the tea gardens. There are number of trekking and hiking trails around Coonoor. Travelers can enjoy the exhilarating and unique ride on the toy train that connects Coonoor with Mettupalayam and Ooty. The trip provides some breathtaking views of the Nilgiri hills in all its natural glory.
Places of Interest
Sim's ParkThe Sim's Park is an important place to visit in Coonoor. Spread in an area of 12 ha, the park has a collection of over 1,000 plant species, including magnolia, pines, tree ferns, and camellia. The botanical garden is partly developed in the Japanese style and derived its name from J. D. Sim, the secretary of the Madras Club in 1874. The key attraction of the park is the annual fruit and vegetable show held in May.
Pomological Station
The institute is a research center of the State Agricultural Department for persimmon, pomegranates, and apricot.
Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint
The Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint is 10 km from Coonoor and is a spectacular spot to visit. It not only provides a panoramic view of the vast expanse of the Nilgiri hills but also of the famous Catherine Falls.
Lamb's Rock
On way to Dolphin's Nose, about 5½ km from Coonoor, lies Lamb's Rock, another vantage point to view the fantastic landscape and the tea and coffee plantations.
Droog
At a distance of 13 km from Coonoor, Droog takes one into the past, with the ruins of a fort, which was once used by Tipu Sultan in the 16th century.
Law's Falls
The majestic falls are 5 km from Coonoor, on the way to Mettupalayam.
Shopping
A travel expedition is never complete without shopping. Shopping constitute an integral part of our travel plan. What are you going to look for while shopping in Coonoor? Of course you are not going to search for branded showrooms in Coonoor or for that matter diamond sets. You can always go for knick knacks and souvenirs while you are on Coonoor. Small but elegant souvenirs make for a great gift back home. You can also choose a whole range of handicraft products reflecting the tradition of Coonoor.Home made chocolates are a good bet. Freshly baked cakes are also a good pick. The only deterrent factor is that you can’t carry them home as they are perishable. Check out the different verities of tea while shopping in Coonoor. Coonoor abounds in tea plantations.
Coonoor bazaar is a good place to pick up eucalyptus and lavender oil. Natural herbs, vegetables and fruits abound in Coonoor.
This beautiful place was originally inhabited by the Toda tribe who still can be seen in their traditional attire of bright colored shawl. You can also pick up the traditional Toda dresses and handicrafts, which reflect the culture and tradition of Coonoor at its best. These handicrafts products are available near the market place. Don’t forget to strike a good deal.
How to Reach
By AirCoonoor does not have an airport of its own. The nearest airport is at Coimbatore located 71 km away.
By Rail
Coonoor is on the toy-train line between Mettupalayam (28 km) and Ooty (19 km). The toy train leaves Mettupalayam for Ooty at 7.45 a.m. and arrives at Ooty at noon. The time taken on the return trip to Mettupalayam is about 3½ hours. However, this train service is often disrupted during the monsoon season.
By Road
Coonoor is very well connected by a network of roads and road transport to all major towns of Tamil Nadu like Ooty (19 km) and Coimbatore (71 km) besides the surrounding areas.