TAMIL NADU

Located in the Nilgiris in Tamil Nadu, approximately 1,850 metres above sea level, Coonoor is known for its thick foliage, myriad species of flora and fauna, tea plantations, and the toy train that connects it with Mettupalayam and Ooty. Birdwatchers can find delight in spotting cormorants, pipits, thrushes, parakeets, skylarks, and Nilgiri flycatchers. Go trekking in the mountains of the Hidden Valley, 20 kilometres from Coonoor, or take a stroll among exotic varieties of plants in Sim’s Park, a botanical park built in a ravine.

GETTING THERE:

Coimbatore International Airport offers international connectivity from cities such as Colombo, Sharjah, and Singapore, and is connected to major Indian cities. The drive to Coonoor from Coimbatore takes about an hour and 45 minutes.

Gateway Coonoor - IHCL SeleQtions combines modern amenities with the charm of a 19th

manor ( starts from 7,110/ USD97; seleqtionshotels.com).