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Shubhra Rishi March 14, 2017May 9, 2018 1 Comment Hill, india, Nilgiri, ooty, Photo blog, Rain, Station, tamil nadu, Train, travel, trip

Destination Ooty: pictures that will tempt you to travel

If you love hill stations, you have probably been to Ooty. If you haven’t, here are some photos which will inspire you to take that trip to the Nilgiri Hills.

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Ashwin Alexander May 10, 2016March 12, 2020 4 Comments ghr, medal, Nilgiri, ooty, souvenir, Train

GHR Ooty 2016 Finishers Medal – Nilgiri Railway

The Go Heritage Run Ooty finisher medal is a quaint steam engine intricately laser cut in wood. It is not just a medal, it’s a souvenir too!

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Go Heritage Run May 6, 2016May 9, 2018 2 Comments badaga, india, Nilgiri, tamil nadu, tribes

Tribes in the Nilgiris: Badaga Culture

The rich Badaga (a tribe from Ooty) culture is reminiscent of the ancient, age-old Indian mentality of surviving and thriving in the environment.

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Ashwin Alexander March 28, 2016February 25, 2020 11 Comments accommodation, goheritagerun, india, Nilgiri, ooty, stay, suggestions, tamil nadu

Go Heritage Run – Ooty: Hotel Recommendations

Taking a vacation in Ooty with friends or family? Here are a few recommended hotels, divided based on price ranges. Rates vary during tourist season and off season.

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Shubhra Rishi March 14, 2016January 7, 2017 1 Comment coonoor, heritage, heritage rail, india, mountain rail, Nilgiri, ooty, railways, run, Tamilnadu, world heritage site

A Ride into History: Ooty to Coonoor on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Many know Ooty as a holiday destination and a summer retreat. We are frequently questioned on the heritage aspect in Ooty. But did you know that Ooty is home to one of India’s 32 World Heritage Sites?

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Shubhra Rishi March 14, 2016June 1, 2017 3 Comments heritage, india, mountain railway, Nilgiri, ooty, tamil nadu, travel, trip, world heritage site

A Picture Blog: Tripping on the Nilgiri Mountain Rail in Ooty

A lot of tourists come to Ooty every year. Most go for pleasure. But some go for a free heritage treat traveling on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway. Here’s an account by Ravi, one such enthusiast.

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Ashwin Alexander May 27, 2015October 7, 2016 1 Comment heritage walk, india, MOB, Nilgiri, ooty, tamil nadu, travel, trip

Ooty Heritage Walk – by the Make Ooty Beautiful Project

If you’re looking for something fun to do after you pick up your run kit at the Lawrence School on

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Ashwin Alexander May 20, 2015October 7, 2016 3 Comments Nilgiri, ooty, tamil nadu, tea, travel, trip

Runners, would you care for some tea?

We are happy to announce that the Tea Board, Ooty has very kindly arranged for participants of the Go Heritage Run –

Ooty Travel

Shubhra Rishi May 17, 2015February 23, 2018 1 Comment Festival, Flower, flower show, heritage, india, inspiration, Nilgiri, ooty, Show, Spring, tamil nadu, travel, trip

Blooming Glory: The Ooty Flower Show

Ooty Flower Show is 100+ year old annual extravaganza showcasing flowers from over 200 countries. This summer tradition is a very popular time to visit Ooty, be mindful of traffic issues though.

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Go Heritage Run May 5, 2015February 23, 2018 1 Comment coonoor, heritage trail, Nilgiri, ooty, suggestions, tamil nadu, travel, trip

Ooty Heritage Trail

Go on this Ooty heritage trail compiled by Mrs. Geetha Srinivasan, convener, INTACH (Nilgiris Chapter) and learn about its colonial heritage.