Ooty's Allure: Rahul & Priyanka Gandhi Captivated; Your Guide to Exploring the 'Queen of Hill Stations'

• Ooty, also known as Udhagamandalam, is a picturesque hill station in the Nilgiri mountains of Tamil Nadu, famed as the 'Queen of Hill Stations'.
• It offers cool weather year-round, with attractions like lakes, gardens, parks, peaks, and waterfalls, making it a popular tourist destination.
• Reaching Ooty typically involves arriving at Coimbatore (international airport/railway station) and then taking a bus or the World Heritage Toy Train from Mettupalayam.
• A one-week trip from Delhi, including sleeper class train, bus/toy train, guesthouse accommodation, and food, can cost around 8,000-9,000 rupees.
• Key attractions include Doddabetta Peak (highest in Nilgiris), Ooty Lake (boating), Government Botanical Garden (rare plants, Flower Show), and the UNESCO-listed Nilgiri Mountain Railway.

Why It Matters: Ooty, the 'Queen of Hill Stations', offers stunning natural beauty, diverse attractions, and an affordable travel experience.