Explore the colonial charm of the Ooty

Overview

Uncover Ooty’s colonial heritage on a storytelling walk through its historic hill station streets. Visit churches, tea bungalows, and British-era landmarks while hearing tales of British officers, Indian royalty, and early settlers. Each stop reveals the town’s rich history, architecture, and 19th-century charm.

• Visit St. Stephen’s Church with colonial tombstones and stained glass.
• Explore the historic Stone House, Ooty’s earliest bungalow.
• Walk from Charing Cross to Club Road past old markets and Raj-era landmarks.
• Listen to stories in British cemeteries, with optional stops.
• View Lawrence School and other colonial-era institutions from the outside.
• Learn how the British introduced exotic plants and developed Ooty’s famous gardens.