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Botanical Gardens
- Sprawling 50 Acres Garden
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| A spectra of regionally exclusive and ornamental plants adorn this garden which is the venue for the Flower Show held in May every year. There is a fossil tree trunk 20 million years old in the midst of the garden.
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Dotapetta
- Hightest Peak
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| It is the highest peak (2623 meters) in the Nilgiri's and is 10 kms/6.2 Mile from Ooty. It lies at the junction of Western & Eastern Ghats and offer beautiful vistas of the Nilgiri Hills ranges. There is a telescope house run by TTDC.
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Lake
- Ideal place for Boating
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| This artificial lake was constructed in 1824 by Major John Sullivan, the then the Collector of Coimbatore. Boating is a enjoyable recreational activity. The lake garden and toy trains rides amuse the visitors.
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Mudhumalai Wild Life Sanctuary
- Wildlife Sanctuary
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| Lying in the Nilgiri's District abutting Kerala & Karnataka State, this is situated at an elevation of 1000 meters and extends over an area of 321 sq. kms. The wildlife includes Elephant, Gaur, Tiger, Panther, Sambar, Spotted Deer, Barking Deer, Mouse, Wild Boar, Parcupine etc. |
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