Whether it is the sky or it is the mists that cover the mountains impart the blue color to this hill range in the state of Tamil Nadu is unknown. Nicknamed as the Blue Mountains, the Nilgiri Hills are an integral part of the Nilgiri district. The Nilgiri Hills cover a considerable amount of area of three states. The major portion falls in the state of Tamil Nadu with extensions lying in the neighboring states of Kerala and Karnataka. The Nilgiri Hills form a part of the Western Ghats. A number of high altitude peaks can be located in the Nilgiri Hills. The Doddabetta peak with a height of 2,637 meters is the highest peak in the entire region.

The tribal peoples like the Toda community were the early settlers in the Nilgiri Hill region. Apart from the vast expanses of tea gardens what makes Nilgiri Hills famous, are its collection of hill stations like Ooty, Kotagiri and Coonoor. Nature can be found at its best in the Nilgiri Hills. The hilly topography makes the best trekking routes and the mountain streams, valleys and the natural landscape captivates you totally. Again, it is the natural surroundings that have made the Nilgiri Hills the backdrop of many Indian movies.

The Nilgiri Hills are definitely remote and this remoteness is its best asset. It is perfect for those who want to get back to the elements. With the power of rejuvenating your tired self, a holiday in the Nilgiri Hills will definitely turn you over a new leaf.