Festivals add Colour to Coonoor

Festivals add Colour to Coonoor

Festivals add Colour to Coonoor

Surrounded by beautiful green tea plantations and located at an altitude of 1839 metres Coonoor affords a pleasant weather and a calming atmosphere making it the ideal getaway from the bustle of the other Indian cities. As a hill station it is the second largest in Nilgiri and the climate it affords is milder than that of Ooty, one of the other hill stations of Nilgiri.

The Nilgiri was discovered by the British during British India and served well as a retreat for them during the warmer summer months. Bungalows were built here and their summer months were spent basking in the pleasant weather and atmosphere. Today it is a much sought after holiday destination amongst locals as well as foreigners.

Though smaller than Ooty, Coonoor is still a busy little town with adequate bustle and a fully functional train station and bus station and an interesting market place tourists can explore for fresh ware and little treasures to take back home. A climb up from the market area affords a picturesque view of the rooftops of this enchanting little town providing a sense of serenity which is what the hill stations were all about in the good old days.

Though it is a year round destination, the popular festivals and celebrations attract more visitors than during the rest of the months. The little town is well known for its colourful fairs and festivals and one of the most popular in the festival of fruit and vegetables. Held annually this festival is held during the month of May at the Sim's Park. During the spring months visitors can experience the Holi Festival. A festival of colour and excitement, the Holi is a religious festival where Hindus and Sikhs take part in.

Generally accommodation options are located about 2 kilometres away from the centre of the town, which leaves a comfortable distance away from the bustling little city but affording easy access to it when necessary.

Visitors in is search of Coonoor Hotels are assured of good quality accommodation options which comes in a range of luxury and budget. To find the ideal Coonoor hotel travellers may check online for accommodation options provided by online lodging options providers. Through these portals travellers can easily compare prices, amenities and facilities to make reservations with the hotel which best suits their needs. For luxury accommodation with all conveniences try the Gateway Hotel Church Road Coonoor.

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