Sim's Park, Coonoor
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A valley botanical garden opened in 1874, with over a thousand plant species and a small lake. It is Coonoor's main attraction.
Sim's Park lies in a valley north of Coonoor town. Trees from every continent, ferns and camellias are planted along its slopes. A small lake in the center offers rowboat rides, and the park preserves many rare tree species. Each May it hosts the Nilgiri Fruit and Vegetable Show. Entry costs about 30 to 50 rupees. Coonoor is about 19 km from Ooty. Visitors can take the mountain toy train to Coonoor station and then a tuk-tuk to the park.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:00–18:30
Nearby sights
- Highfield Tea Estate, Coonoor
- Lamb's Rock
- Dolphin's Nose, Coonoor
- Catherine Falls
- Doddabetta Peak
- Ketti Valley View Point
- Tea Factory & Tea Museum, Ooty
- Government Rose Garden, Ooty