Saturday, January 28, 2012

Four days is more than sufficient at Ooty

Q We are a group of five, planning to visit Vaishno Devi. We will be starting from Kurukshetra during the last week of January and will first reach Katra and then plan to start the yathra the next morning. Kindly advice us on the weather conditions at Vaishno Devi.
Manik You are planning A to visit Vaishno Devi, so you must be aware that the spot has cool climate throughout the year. And in the month of January, you will also find snow-capped peaks and chilly winds here.
The best season to visit Vaishno Devi is between March and October, though Vaishno Devi yathra is open throughout the year.
For the convenience of the pilgrims, blanket stores, toilet blocks, bhojanalayas and catering units and a medical aid centre have been opened up in the near vicinity of these accommodations units.
Here's more information on the best time to visit: March to October is ideal for Vaishno Devi yatra and sightseeing.
The other option would be to visit between November and February.
And for those who cannot walk the distance, pony and palanquin services are available.

Q I am planning to take a holiday break at Ooty.
I've planned a 10-day trip. Is four days enough to cover the chief attractions? Which other places can I tour on the remaining six days? I was planning on visit Mysore.

How far is Mysore from Ooty? Is hiring a cab a better option?
Preethi According to me, four Adays is more than sufficient time to tour Ooty.
It is a well-known place, but avoid it in summer, as it is the peak season and the place get crowded.
You can visit Mysore, which is around three hours away. You can easily spend two-three days in and around Mysore. Bus services are good, but for convenience, nothing beats a cab.

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