For those who reside in Bangalore and need a break from the huff puff of the daily life with a tight packed busy schedule here is an idea. A trip from Bangalore to Ooty by road. The road trip from the busy hustle bustle of the city Bangalore to the silent heaven of Ooty. A distance of 252 kilometers by road with a stoppage at a destination to glimpse the beauty of architecture i.e. Mysore; the land of the great warrior Tipu Sultan; the trip is both enriching and learning. The travel plan is worth trying once. The bus takes you to Mysore. Bangalore to Mysore road is real good right from Rajarajeshwari temple arch.
Take a break at 24 hour cafe coffee day at 70km from Bangalore. You may try Amaravathi before Mandya or Maddur Tiffanys. After Channapatna you may want to stop at Dodda Malur Krishna temple, a very old temple with a deity of lord baby Krishna. Many people believe that the prayers for a baby come true at this temple. Srirangapatna has few spots of tourist interest like fort, river view, nearby Ranganathitu bird sanctuary.
If you dig pizzas, you can stop at pizza corner, Mysore which is on the way to Ooty road. You have chance of seeing the animals grazing on the road side during the evenings. If you see elephants on the road side, stop at a distance and observe them carefully. A glimpse of the wildlife is always a welcome treat to the eyes. The road then takes you through Masinagudi, Kallahatty water falls to ooty. Both routes are scenic and have great views.
Ooty also known as the Queen of Hill Stations is one of the most visited hill stations in India. Earlier called Oatacamund, Ooty boasts of wonderful mountains, lakes, forests, grasslands and tea gardens. Once occupied by the Toda tribes and also the major centre of attraction for the British, Ooty has a lot to offer to lovers of the nature and scenic beauty. It is the capital of the Nilgiri district. Ooty is surrounded by 4 major hills namely Elk Hills, Club Hills, Snow don Hills and the Doddabetta Hills. The beauty of the place has earned it synonyms like “The Jewel in the Crown of Tamil Nadu.”
The visual treat is divine and the travel by road in a comfortable bus id soothing to the maximum. Booking Bangalore to Ooty Bus tickets online has made it easier for the travelers to book quick tickets and set off at a short notice. The architectural treat at Mysore on the way is an added attraction.
Martin Wynn
