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The Nilgiris
Riding The Nilgiri Toy Train To Ooty
Tunnels, tea gardens and a slow climb on the UNESCO-listed Nilgiri Mountain Railway from Mettupalayam.
Staying In Ooty Town
Hotels in Ooty Town: Where to Stay in the Nilgiris
Hotels around Charing Cross keep the lake, Botanical Garden and markets close by.
Ooty town is compact, and a hotel near Charing Cross puts the Botanical Garden, the lake and the market area within a short drive. It's the practical choice if this is your first hill station trip.
Good to know
- Nights are cold — check that rooms have heaters or extra blankets.
- Parking is limited in the town centre.
- Summer weekends sell out early.
