Emerald Lake

Emerald Lake is located in Emerald Village away from the hustle and bustle of a city, offering some peace and quiet so that you can relax in the lap of nature. That is because Emerald Lake is still pristine and less frequented compared to other places visited by tourists in South India every year. 
There is no bus route to connect to the city and therefore,you need to take a car to reach Emerald Lake from Ooty City Center. You will need to drive along Woodcock Road and subsequently, Lake Road to reach the lake in approx 40 minutes.The best time to visit Emerald Lake is during the summer months from April-June and winters from September-November. Avoid visiting the lake during the monsoons, from June-September because the weather is challenging and you will have no fun around that time.
Location: Emerald Village, the Nilgiris, Ooty, Tamil Nadu, 623704, India
Link:https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emerald_Lake_(Ooty)

Timings: The timings are from 6 am to 5 pm throughout the week. 

Entry fee: There is no entry fee at Emerald Lake, Ooty. 

Distance from Ooty City Centre: The distance is 19.8 km and it will take around 54 minutes via MDR 1071 to reach Emerald Lake.
1.Thunder World: It’s an amusement park just 47 minutes from Emerald Lake, Ooty also called Dinosaur Park. The theme park features sections such as the Vortex, Jurassic Jungle, and Haunted House. Visit the 5D Theater as well as the Camera Museum, the experience is both thrilling and scary.

2. Pykara Lake and Waterfalls: It is one of the majestic and beautiful waterfalls to see in Ooty close to Emerald Lake. The Pykara Lake has been developed as a picturesque picnic spot with the inclusion of a boathouse as well as a restaurant.


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