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5 Sights then Collector of Coimbatore, John Sullivan. 2 Catherine Falls Kotagiri, , India http://www.ixigo.com/places-to-visit-see-in-kotagiri-lp-1097280 The memorial houses an interesting Want to capture some of the best views of collection of pictures and other documents 1 Kodanad View Point this beautiful tea town? Well, make sure you giving you glimpses of how and its visit RangaSamy Pillar, one of the many adjoining areas came into existence. A must scenic points in Kotagiri. The place offers a visit on your Kotagiri trip. visual treat in form of lush green tea plantations, misty Dodda Betta peaks and 5 Longwood Shola the picturesque villages of the pristine hill station. Plan a trip here during rains if possible as monsoons add a dash of charm to the entire landscape! Don't forget to bring your camera along! Mettupalayam Road, 8 Km From Kotagiri, Kotagiri , Tamil 4 John Sullivan Memorial Nadu 643217, India

A double-cascaded waterfall in Coonoor, Catherine Falls is a major hotspot for tourists in India. One can take a picturesque Longwood Shola Forest, Kotagiri, Kodanadu, Kotagiri, Tamil Nadu, snap of the falls from the Dolphin's Nose. Tamil Nadu, India India The height of these falls is about 250 ft and Longwood Shola Preserve is a quiet has been named after M.D. Cockburn's wife, One of the most famous scenic spots in the protected area which can be visited for its the lady who was behind the introduction of quiet Kotagiri, Kodanad View Point exotic flora and fauna. The forest is home to coffee plantations in Kotagiri. Not many of promises a memorable experience for its several species like Malabar Squirrel (flying you would know that the upper fall is guests. On a clear day, you can spot  fox) and bison among others. It is also a believed to be the second highest in the Thengumaragada Village,  favourite among the trekkers as the Nilgiris.  It is also possible to take a Mayar River and Bhavani Sagar Dam on the Kannerimukku Village, Kotagiri, Tamil interesting trails inside the beautiful Shola road to the top of the falls right side and the drive to this place from Nadu, India forest makes for a lovely trek Kotagiri takes you through the sprawling tea experience.  3 RangaSamy Pillar Want to know some interesting tidbits about estates covered in mist. There are a couple John Sullivan, regarded as Ooty’s of small eateries at the point and a souvenir founder?  shop. Don't forget to sip your favourite Where To A chance visit by two English civil servants of coffee as you enjoy the surreal views of the Madras Regiment almost 200 years adjoining areas.   back, bought this wonderful tableland with Eat   ‘European climate’ close to the heart of the 5 Places Kotagiri Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/kotagiri page 3

http://www.ixigo.com/foods-in-of-kotagiri-lp-1097280 With a nice ambiance and a polite, quick SH 15, Kotagiri, Tamil Nadu, India staff, the restaurant promises a nice dining 5 Hotel Kasthuri 1 La Maison +91-4266-272148 experience for the guests.  Johnstone Square (opp.Nehru Park) Well, the most famous restaurant in town, 4 Prana Restaurant Hari Mess, may not be your typical fancy 04266-271555 restaurant but it has the best non-veg dishes which are surely worth trying when you are here. The simple, no frills restaurant has a only non-veg menu and the  specialties include Chicken Liver Fry, mutton fry, fish fry, chicken fry and the dishes here are served on a banana leaf. Do book your seat as the place remains crowded during lunch and dinner time. 

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Hadathorai, Nihung Post office Kotagiri, The Nilgiris, Tamilnadu, India Nahar Retreat, Near Mount Don +91-4266-273347 Bosco, Kotahall Road, Kothagiri, Tamil Nadu, India The in-house restaurant of La Maison is a +91-94430-53548 delight for the foodies with its elaborate menu and impeccable client service. The Nestled amidst sprawling lush green menu here boasts of Indian and French plantations, Prana welcomes its guests with fusion cuisine prepared by the expert chefs. Ooty - Kotagiri Road, Kotagiri, Tamil an exclusive menu, smiling staff and However, you can also opt for Chinese, Nadu, India gorgeous views of the tea estates. The in- Indonesian and Thai food. The staff is house restaurant of Nahar Retreat, the +91-96982-33444/+91-99655-41323 always on its toes to make your dining restaurant is one of the famous dining experience an affair to remember! options in town where you can satiate your The in-house restaurant of Orange Pekoe, hunger pangs with an array of delicious Spice Inn serves a lavish fare of Indian and 2 Hari Mess dishes while you soak up the beautiful Chinese cuisines and the expert chefs here views! make sure that every dish that is brought to your table is nothing short of spectacular. Kotagiri Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/kotagiri page 4

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See A: Kodanad View Point B: Catherine Falls C: RangaSamy Pillar D: John Sullivan Memorial E: Longwood Shola Accommodation F: Celestial Resorts G: Nahar Retreat And Spa H: Orange Pekoe I: Celestial Resorts J: Nahar Retreat And Spa K: Orange Pekoe L: Celestial Resorts M: Nahar Retreat And Spa N: Orange Pekoe Food O: La Maison P: Hari Mess Q: Spice Inn R: Prana Restaurant S: Hotel Kasthuri