City: Tamil Nadu
Top Things to do in Tamil Nadu
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Top 10 Bodies of Water in Tamil Nadu, India
^# Jana Gana Mana is the national anthem, while "Invocation to Tamil Mother" is the state song/anthem.
^† Established in 1773; Madras State was formed in 1950 and renamed as Tamil Nadu on 14 January 1969
^^ Tamil is the official language of the state. English is declared as an additional official language for communication purposes.
Restaurants in Tamil Nadu
1. Pitchavaram Backwater
2. Mukurthi Dam
3. Villoondi Tirtham
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By SandeepSaxena-IIP - Dehradun, India
Witness Ramayan in action here. The place finds mention also in Valmiki Ramayan. Rameshwaram is well-known for its temple tanks but a place that is of special importance is the Villoondi Theertham. Legend has it that this was created with lord Rama shot an arrow to get fresh water from the sea to quench his wife Sita’s thirst. Located about 7 km from the Ramanathaswamy Temple, this place offers some stunningly beautiful and dramatic views of the sea. Incidentally, the place is named Villondi or 'buried bow' as it is believed to be the place where Lord Rama buried his bow and arrow. A long platform leads you to this holy well and it is magical to walk on it as you see the sea from both the sides. The water in the well is quite mysteriously sweet in spite of being surrounded by salt sea water all around and devotees believe it will do them good if they take a sip of this holy water. There is a small temple like structure adjoining this place and as you stand at the edge of the platform, you can see statues of gods and goddesses in the water bed. The sight is quite fascinating, just like the place itself. 2
4. Bellikkal Lake
5. Emerald Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 252 reviews
Reviewed By Gopiganesh_Chennai
Enjoying nature, Have a stunning view of ooty and fresh green garden with lovely flowers all around.sightseeing places
6. Upper Bhavani Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 343 reviews
Reviewed By sanjayvora45 - Ahmedabad, India
The lake is one of the best as far as I have heard among ooty tourist places. We started early from ooty to reach avalanche lake which is around 18-20 kms from Ooty main centre. But luck is not with us, as we are on the way, we had been informed that forest department has closed the road leading to the lake due to landslide. So we retuned without seeing the marvelous lake. I have some of the basic information which might helpful : To explore upper bhavani lake one has to reach around 9 or 9.30 AM at the gate of forest office as rush of tourist increases afterward. Tourist has to park their vehicle there and buy entry ticket to board the forest deptt. bus. Bus tour takes around 2 hours and three point covered are cauliflower forest, Bhavani Amman Temple and Upper Bhavani Lake.
7. Kamarajar Lake
8. Avalanche Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 477 reviews
Reviewed By rashmimilan - Bengaluru, India
Bored by the usual crowded tourist spots of Ooty, this time we enquired with our tour operator to take us to a not much visited place away from the hustling-bustling crowd. He suggested us Avalanche. We decided not to Google and find any detailed information as we wanted to experience it all fresh. And was quite surprised that we were not disappointed at all. The Jeep drive from the pick-up spot to Avalanche was so exciting through scenic forests and valleys with a stop-over in between by a small stream overlooking a beautiful temple which stood a top of a valley. We were suggested to drink the water directly that was oozing out from a point of small rock which they believed was the starting point of a river which converged into the valley to become the massive river. Avalanche - absolutely no words. A heaven on earth. With wild yellow and pink flowers strewn across the valley. I almost dropped my plan of visiting Valley of Flowers in the Himachal for a moment. The century old pine trees added to a perfect bollywood scenic destination. Must-visit if you want to cherish your trip to Ooty.
9. Mannavanur Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 336 reviews
Reviewed By 130684130684
Don't miss this place. This is 34km from kodaikanal town. (Lake, Rabbit shed & Sheep shed) Best to reach: Car or Two wheeler Best time : Start morning 8A.M from kodaikanal town and you can comeback to room before 3P.M To buy from farmer: Carrot, Beans,Mountain Garlic Don't Buy: eucalyptus oil (They will say high price)
