Places To Visit In Coonoor Sightseeing

The most popular and visited destination in the region is Sim’s Park. The park is a botanical garden housing a variety (including some unusual plants) of flowers and plants. With beautiful terraces laid in the extension on 12 heactares is an array of hues that could be witnessed in the park. The park also has a Rose Garden that incorporates over thousand varieties of roses belonging to 85 different families.

Dolphin’s Nose is another attraction for the tourists. The spot is about 10 km from the main town of Coonoor. It provides a ravishing view of the heavy forests and the giant green mountains in the back drop while the front covers a distant view of the Catherine falls making the aura pleasant for the lovers of the nature.

lamb’s back this uneven rock placed in the middle of nowhere by the nature has an astounding view to offer. The rock is quieter than the Dolphin’s nose but takes your visions into the heavens of greenery.

The full view of these falls could be taken from the Dolphin’s nose whereas you can also reach the top of the waterfall via road. Catherine Falls are at a height of about 250 feet and are a blissful sight. The rainfalls enhance the beauty of the falls by making them more rappelling and pure.

Situated among the woods the place is the most beautiful place in the Coonoor offering a panoramic view of the surroundings. The estates of tea and coffee, the lamb’s rock, the Doorg Fortress and the beautiful steeps of the valley are a pleasure to the soul. The name of the place is so because Lady Canning.

Another fort with the history of Tipu Sultan etched on its walls; the fort is a bliss overlooking the plains of the region. Droog Fort is situated some 2000 feet above the sea level and is now a paradise for the bird watchers.

St. George’s Church was built in 1826. It often draws visitors from all over the world to appreciate the architecture. The beautiful church lies in the heart of the city and is a must visit monument of the region.

The Hidden Valley. The tranquillity of the atmosphere, the hues of the nature, the clouds above ahead and just a scenic pleasure, is what defines the valley. One of the picturesque destinations that make you fall in love instantly.

Rallia Dam is a blessing to the town as it meets the water supply of the town apart from being breath-taking. One can also visit some rare animals and beautiful birds.