Where is the Nilgiri Mountain?

Where is the Nilgiri Mountain?

Tamil Nadu state
Nilgiri Hills, mountainous region of Tamil Nadu state, southeastern India. The peaks of the Nilgiri rise abruptly from the surrounding plains to an elevation of about 6,000 to 8,000 feet (1,800 to 2,400 metres); one of them, Doda Betta (8,652 feet [2,637 metres]), is the highest point in Tamil Nadu.

Why Nilgiri Mountain is famous?

The Nilgiri hills are one of the most biodiverse places in the Western Ghats. Native fauna includes over 100 species of mammals, 370 species of birds, 80 species of reptiles, about 39 species of fish, 31 amphibians and 316 species of butterflies.

Is Nilgiri Mountain Railway Open?

Nilgiri Mountain Railway : Resumption of Train Services : 31.12. 2020. Southern Railway announced that train services in the entire Mettupalayam – Udagamandalam (Ooty) section of Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR) will resume on daily basis with effect from 31st December 2020.

Why it is called Nilgiri Hills?

The Nilgiris, because of its natural charm and pleasant climate, was a place of Special attraction for the Europeans. The Name ‘Nilgiris’ means Blue hills (Neelam – Blue and giri – Hill or Mountain) the first mention of this name has been found in the Silappadikaram.

Is Ooty and Nilgiri same?

Ooty is in the Nilgiri hills, meaning the “blue mountains”, so named due to the Kurunji flower which blooms every twelve years giving the slopes a bluish tinge.

Is Nilgiri a block mountain?

Nilgiris are block mountains that have risen between two faults and hence are considered to be horst landforms.

Which is highest peak in Nilgiri?

Doddabetta Peak
Nilgiri Mountains/Highest point

At 2,623 mts above MSL, Doddabetta is the highest Peak in the Tamil Nadu and is about 10 kms. from Ooty bus stand. The name Doddabetta literally means ‘Big mountain’ in the Badugu Language, which is so in reality.

Is Ooty toy train suspended?

The train services were suspended from March 2020 due to the pandemic; and restarted recently, after nearly 10 months. “The first-ever trip of the train was on June 15, 1899. After nine years, on October 15, 1908, it got extended till Udhagamandalam,” says K Natrajan, founder of Heritage Steam Chariot Trust.

How can I reach Nilgiri?

How to reach Nilgiris by Road. Nilgiris is 9 Kms from Ooty, 58 Kms from Mettupalayam, 90 Kms from Coimbatore, 120 Kms from Mysore, 266 Kms from Bangalore, 280 Kms from Kochi and 481 Kms from Trivandrum and is connected through Tamil Nadu State Road Transport Corporation (TNSRTC) and some private travel services.

What is Nilgiri oil called in English?

Eucalyptus oil
Eucalyptus oil (commonly known as Nilgiri Tel) is obtained from the fresh leaves of the tall, evergreen eucalyptus tree. It is a colorless liquid with a strong woody smell. Usage of Eucalyptus oil in aromatherapy has gradually grown over the time.

Which is the highest peak in Nilgiri mountain?

What is Nilgiri Mountain Railway / Ooty toy train?

The ✅ Nilgiri Mountain Railway toy train / Ooty Toy Train is the highlight of a visit to the popular hill station of Ooty, in south India’s Tamil Nadu state. Established in the early 19th century by the British as the summer headquarters of the Chennai government, Ooty now draws tourists wanting to escape the stifling summer heat.

How to book Nilgiri Mountain Railway Reservation?

Reservations for travel on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway can be made at Indian Railways computerized reservation counters or on the Indian Railways website. It’s advisable to book as far ahead as possible, particularly during the peak summer season from April to June, Indian festival season (especially around Diwali vacation), and Christmas.

Where is Nilgiris located?

About District Welcome to Nilgiris, one of the oldest mountain ranges, located at the tri-junction of Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka. Nilgiris is a part of the Western Ghats. Ooty the “Queen of Hill Stations”, Coonoor 19 kms from Ooty and Kotagiri 31 kms from Ooty, are the three hill stations of this district..

What is it like to visit Ooty?

Ooty is situated in Nilgiri Mountains near Tri Junction of states Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala. Explore the “queen of hill stations” in a fully air-conditioned vehicle with a professional guide. Heritage experience in true sense of the world,simply unforgettable.