Nilgiris : A large number of tourists thronged Ooty, the Queen of Hills, as well as Coonoor for the unexpectedly long Pongal holidays.
Nilgiris : A large number of tourists thronged Ooty, the Queen of Hills, as well as Coonoor for the unexpectedly long Pongal holidays.

It is estimated that the influx of tourists visiting the Government Botanical Gardens, Boat House, Government Rose Garden, Sims Park and Dolphin's Nose in Coonoor increased since Pongal holidays began. Tourist vehicles from Kerala and Karnataka have made a beeline for the Queen of Hills in large numbers and all tourist spots are crowded.

The tourists opine that the chilly mornings and salubrious day temperatures are like balm to city folks, even as scenic locales and gardens in Ooty and Coonoor are a veritable feast for sore eyes.

It is estimated that the influx of tourists visiting the Government Botanical Gardens, Boat House, Government Rose Garden, Sims Park and Dolphin's Nose in Coonoor increased since Pongal holidays began. Tourist vehicles from Kerala and Karnataka have made a beeline for the Queen of Hills in large numbers and all tourist spots are crowded.

The tourists opine that the chilly mornings and salubrious day temperatures are like balm to city folks, even as scenic locales and gardens in Ooty and Coonoor are a veritable feast for sore eyes.