Elk Hill In Nilgiri
Furnishing the picture of Ooty valley, the Elk Hill in Nilgiri minutely threads the chain of peaks in the range of Nilgiri that preserve the lush green landscape from the catastrophic effects of upper part of atmosphere. Impressively surrounding one corner of the hill station, the hill is a clad with the protecting layer of Sholas on the parched and rocky surface of Elk Hill in Nilgiri . The beautiful and meticulously carved elevation of the Hill offers an explicit view from the top. The rare and unique protruded edge makes it a meeting point of sky and peak. The transformation of childhood fantasy of touching the colorful sky comes true with the accomplishment of seeing the merger of zenith with a high Shola tree on the top.
Nature walk and adventures conducted on the Hill:
The Slope: The slope of the hill is one of the softest and easies out of the other elevations of Nilgiri. The wild atmosphere of Nilgiri valley is subdued by the grassy and greenery laded Elk hill. The slope is one of the finest, exclusively suitable for the half-rough half-soft individuals. The grip of the roots of Sholas lessens the friction on the deserted areas on the Hill. The slope is best for:
- Trekkers
- Hikers
- Rock Climbing
- Nature lovers
- Honeymooners
- Children above the age of 10.
The hill is a perfect ground for a painter's imagination to wander up and down the valley of Blue Mountains:
- People interested in painting can explore the holy beauty of the view from the hill. The tussle of clouds and sun rays recovers the reminiscences of a childhood fairytale.
- Photography is the pleasantest hobby that can be pursued from this elevated Nilgiri. Capture the panorama of falling day and emerging night in the background of a line greenish grey valley.
- Botanical garden: Walk on the bed of flowers in this paradise of colorful flowers, ferns, trees, herbs, shrubs and orchids which all are arranged and decorated in a well chiseled garden. Flower shows and exhibitions are the common feature of the garden.
- Ooty Lake: Breath nature and beauty amidst the heavenly created spot of emerald blue lake reflecting the linings of think Sholas around. Boating is a favorite pastime of tourists. The serenity of the sparkling water under the rays of sun or clouded wrathful sky purifies the uncanny emotions from within the individual.
- Doddabetta peak: A trek on the highest peak of Nilgiri ranges will give you a clear picture of the vast stretch of these ranges from the top.
- Pykara Falls: Visit these falls to encounter the uniqueness and artistry of nature in Nilgiris. The soft murmuring sound of water will wash away emotional and earthy boundations.
- Ooty is located on NH-67 which is well connected to minor roads emerging from other stations.
- Train facility is well connected with Chennai. Nilgiri Express runs between Ooty and Mettupalayam.
- Ooty is 90 km far from Coimbatore airport.