Tourism is an important source of revenue for the Nilgiris.
The district is home to several hill stations which are visited by tourists during summer.
These include Ooty (Udhgamandalam) (district headquarters), Coonoor, Gudalur and Kotagiri.
The Nilgiri Mountain Train, locally known as the Toy Train, attracts tourists as the journey has extensive views of the hills and forests.
Mudumalai National Park is commonly visited by wildlife enthusiasts, campers and backpackers.
The annual flower show, organised by the Government of Tamil Nadu at the Botanical Garden in Ooty, is an annual event, known for its display of roses.
Nilgiris is known for its eucalyptus oil and tea, and also produces bauxite.
Some tourists are attracted to study the lifestyles of the various tribes living here or to visit the tea and vegetable plantations.
Other tourist destinations in the district are Pykara Waterfalls and the Ooty Lake, Avalanche and Doddabetta peak.
Tourism is an important source of revenue for the Nilgiris. The district is home to several hill stations which are visited by tourists during summer. These include Ooty (Udhgamandalam) (district headquarters), Coonoor, Gudalur and Kotagiri. The Nilgiri Mountain Train, locally known as the Toy Train, attracts tourists as the journey has extensive views of the hills and forests. Mudumalai National Park is commonly visited by wildlife enthusiasts, campers and backpackers. The annual flower show, organised by the Government of Tamil Nadu at the Botanical Garden in Ooty, is an annual event, known for its display of roses. Nilgiris is known for its eucalyptus oil and tea, and also produces bauxite. Some tourists are attracted to study the lifestyles of the various tribes living here or to visit the tea and vegetable plantations. Other tourist destinations in the district are Pykara Waterfalls and the Ooty Lake, Avalanche and Doddabetta peak.
Nilgiris district