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Trekking
The Nilgiris are a trekker's paradise. Landscaped by nature, the
hills abound in trek for lovers of nature. There are treks and
treks in whichever direction you turn and from whichever point
you start. A trek can be full of thrill, excitement and adventure
and a way of seeing and enjoying nature in all its beauty and
splendour.
Udhagamandalam (Ooty) offers several trek routes, which vary
in distance, altitudes and terrain. There is a base camp at Parsons
valley, from where one can start trekking to various points within
Western Ghats . The down hills of Western Ghats on the North ends
up with meeting the extensions of Eastern Ghats , where the sprawling
Mudumalai Sanctuary lies which opens vistas for adventure tourists.
Trekking pamphlets are available with the Nilgiri Wildlife and
Environment Association (NWLEA). There are guides who have sound
knowledge of certain areas. If necessary, their services may be
hired. And for further details contact the Tourist Information
Office at Charring Cross, Ooty.
Hang-Gliding
Hang-glidng courses are also organised during March to May every
year, with the assistance of the Department of Tourism. Contact
the Tourist Officer, Ooty for assistance.
Angling
Goad Trout, Carp and mixed water fishing is possible in various
streams and lakes of Ooty. The Assistance Director of Fisheries
issues the fishing licence.
Shopping
Just about anything available in the cities can be had at Ooty
with the added attraction of leisurely shopping. Exclusive Nilgiri
products including Nilgiri tea, fruits, natural oils like Eucalyptas,
Toda embroideries, plant nurseries are easily available in the
town. Co-operative Super Market and Municipal Market are some
of the best places for shopping fruits and general groceries.
Kairali of Kerala Handicrafts and Poompuhar of Tamil Nadu Handicrafts
have their showrooms near to Super Market Buildings on Charring
Cross.
Eating Out
Blue hills
Chandan Vihar
Tandoor Mahal
Ooty Coffee House
Chinkos Chinese Restaurant
Nahar
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