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Ooty to Coonoor: 5 weekend hill-destinations from Chennai

Ooty to Coonoor, famous hill stations on the Nilgiri mountains. Beat the heat when the summer is at its peak in Chennai. by Amrita Ghosh
 

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Ooty

Known as the Queen of Hill Stations, Ooty is famous for its lush tea gardens, eucalyptus forests, and the Nilgiri Mountain Railway

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Kodaikanal

Often referred to as the Princess of Hill Stations, Kodaikanal is renowned for its serene lakes, meadows, and viewpoints like Coaker's Walk and Pillar Rocks

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Yercaud

Tucked away in the Eastern Ghats, Yercaud offers a peaceful retreat with its orange groves, coffee plantations, and the picturesque Emerald Lake

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Coonoor

Located close to Ooty, Coonoor is known for its tea estates, Sim's Park, and scenic viewpoints like Dolphin's Nose

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Yelagiri

A lesser-explored hill station with pleasant weather, Yelagiri is known for its fruit orchards, trekking trails, and boating at Punganur Lake.

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