Tamil Nadu has a rich culture and beautiful landscapes. Hill stations in this region are perfect getaways to break from your routine and escape the summer. You can enjoy various activities including trekking and camping while visiting these places.
Hill stations provide a pleasant climate, scenic views, and verdant landscapes. The popular hill stations in Tamil Nadu are as follows:
- Ooty
- Kodaikanal
- Yelagiri
- Yercaud
- Kotagiri
- Coonoor
- Kolli Hills
- Valparai
- Jawadhu Hills
Ooty
Ooty is in the Nilgiris District. It is called the “Queen of Hill Stations”. The other name of Ooty is “Switzerland of India”. Tourists can enjoy the cool climate, and admire the mystic landscapes, and lush tea plantations here.
Ooty Highlights
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Particulars |
Details |
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Name |
Ooty |
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The best time to visit |
March to June (Summer). |
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Top attractions |
Pykara Lake and Waterfalls Doddabetta Peak Rose Garden Ooty Toy Train Tea Museum and Factory Avalanche Lake Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary Ooty Lake Botanical Garden |
How to reach Ooty
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Particulars |
Details |
Distance from Ooty |
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Nearest Airport |
Coimbatore International Airport |
88 km |
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Nearest Railway Station |
Mettupalayam Junction |
50 km |
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Nearest Bus Station |
Ooty Bus station |
Not Applicable |
Kodaikanal
Kodaikanal is in Dindigul District. It is called the “Princess of Hills”. Tourists can admire the beauty of unspoiled countryside, lakes, cascading waterfalls, and lush greenery here.
Kodaikanal Highlights
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Particulars |
Details |
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Name |
Kodaikanal |
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The best time to visit |
April to June |
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Top attractions |
Kodaikanal Lake Bryant Park Coakers walk Moir Point Pine Forest Guna Cave Pillar Rock View Point Suicide Point Vattakanal and Liril Falls Rose Garden |
How to reach Kodaikanal
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Particulars |
Details |
Distance from Kodaikanal |
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Nearest Airport |
Madurai Airport |
130 km |
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Nearest Railway Station |
Palani Junction |
65 km |
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Nearest Bus Station |
Kodaikanal Bus station |
Not Applicable |
Yelagiri
Yelagiri is in Vellore District. It is a perfect spot for people who love trekking and adventure. You can enjoy the scenic beauty, lush greenery, and beautiful landscapes here.
Yelagiri Highlights
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Particulars |
Details |
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Name |
Yelagiri |
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The best time to visit |
November to February |
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Top attractions |
How to Reach Yelagiri
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Particulars |
Details |
Distance |
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Nearest Airport |
Kempegowda International Airport |
185 km |
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Nearest Railway Station |
Jolarpettai Junction |
20 km |
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Nearest Bus Station |
Yelagiri Bus Station |
Not Applicable |
Yercaud
Yercaud is in Salem District. Its name origin reflect the main attractions. Yeri means Lake and Kaadu means Forest. The other name is “Poorman’s Ooty”.
Yercaud Highlights
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Particulars |
Details |
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Name |
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The best time to visit |
October to June |
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Top attractions |
Anna Park Deer Park Sky Park Peeku Park Pagoda Point Kiliyur Falls Manjakuttai View Point Kottachedu Teak Forest |
How to Reach Yercaud
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Particulars |
Details |
Distance |
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Nearest Airport |
Salem Airport |
45.2 km |
|
Nearest Railway Station |
Salem Junction |
32 km |
|
Nearest Bus Station |
Yercaud Bus Station |
Not Applicable |
Kotagiri
Kotagiri is in Nilgiris District. You can enjoy all activities from trekking to rock climbing. The pleasant climate and lush greenery make it an ideal place for relaxation.
Kotagiri Highlights
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Particulars |
Details |
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Name |
Kotagiri |
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The best time to visit |
December to May |
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Top attractions |
Kodanad View Point Elk Falls Catherine Falls Rangaswamy Peak and Pillar John Sullivan Memorial Longwood Shola Reserve Forest |
How to Reach Kotagiri
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Particulars |
Name |
Distance |
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Nearest Airport |
Coimbatore Airport |
70 km |
|
Nearest Railway Station |
Coonoor Junction |
20.6 km |
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Nearest Bus Station |
Kotagiri Bus Station |
Not Applicable |
Coonoor
Coonoor is in the Nilgiris District. It is a must-visit destination for tourists and people who love trekking. It is just 20 km away from Kotagiri.
Coonoor Highlights
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Particulars |
Details |
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Name |
Coonoor |
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The best time to visit |
October to March |
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Top attractions |
Singara Tea Estate Dolphin Nose View Point Sims Park Droog Fort St. George's Garrison Church
Law’s Falls Ralliah Dam Toy Train |
How to Reach Coonoor
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Particulars |
Name |
Distance |
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Nearest Airport |
Coimbatore Airport |
70 km |
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Nearest Railway Station |
Coonoor Railway Station |
Not Applicable |
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Nearest Bus Station |
Coonoor Railway Station |
Not Applicable |
Kollimalai
Kollimalai is in Namakkal District. It is also called Kolli Hills. You need a minimum of two days to visit this place.
Kollimalai Highlights
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Particulars |
Details |
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Name |
Kollimalai |
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The best time to visit |
June - October |
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Top attractions |
Seeku Parai View Point Aagaya Gangai Water Falls Maasila Falls Boat House Namma Falls Botanical Garden Valappurnadu View Point |
How to Reach Kollimalai
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Particulars |
Name |
Distance |
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Nearest Airport |
Trichy airport |
144 km |
|
Nearest Railway Station |
Namakkal Junction |
52 km |
|
Nearest Bus Station |
Kollimalai |
Not Applicable |
Valparai
Valparai is in Coimbatore District. The main attractions here are forests, tea plantations, and coffee plantations.
Valparai Highlights
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Particulars |
Details |
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Name |
Valparai |
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The best time to visit |
December - January |
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Top attractions |
Aliyar Dam Monkey Falls Tiger Valley Viewpoint Koolanagal river Nirar Dam Nallamudi View Point Chinna Kalaru Falls Sholayar Dam |
How to Reach Valparai
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Particulars |
Name |
Distance |
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Nearest Airport |
Coimbatore airport |
114 km |
|
Nearest Railway Station |
Pollachi Junction |
65 km |
|
Nearest Bus Station |
Valparai |
Not Applicable |
Jawadhu Hills
Jawadhu Hills is in Tiruvanamalai District. The main attractions here are trekking, rock climbing, and bird watching.
Jawadhu Hills Highlights
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Particulars |
Details |
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Name |
Jawadhu Hills |
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The best time to visit |
December - March |
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Top attractions |
Beema Falls. Kolappani Lake Vainu Bappu Observatory Amirthi Zoological Park Thenmalai Falls |
How to Reach Jawadhu Hills
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Particulars |
Name |
Distance |
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Nearest Airport |
Chennai airport |
200 km |
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Nearest Railway Station |
Polur Junction |
40 km |
|
Nearest Bus Station |
Polur |
40 km |
