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History
The history of the Government Rose Garden dates back to its establishment in the year 1995. The garden was established to commemorate the centenary Flower Show in the Government Botanical Gardens. The Garden today is handled by the Tamil Nadu Horticulture Department.
Initially, the garden was established with just 1,919 varieties of roses along with 17,256 rose plants were planted. However, as of today, there are more than 20,000 varieties of roses of 2,800 cultivars. The garden stands to be one of the largest collections of roses in India.
Architecture
The garden is spread over 10 acres of land and consists of 5 curved terraces. These terraces have plenty of walking space for tourists. The architecture of the garden boasts of the rose tunnels, pergolas, and bowers with rose creepers. The garden’s slopes also feature the Nila Madaam, an observation platform. Tourists can observe the entire rose garden from the Nila Maadam. The garden also features a beautiful statue of an angel amidst the roses.
Activities
The Rose Garden is the major tourist spot in Ooty. The Government Rose Garden ticket price for entrance for the adults is INR 30 and for children INR 15. Tourists can do the following activities at the Rose garden :-
- Walkthrough the Garden - The garden is spread across 10 acres and has 5 curved terraces with peaceful walking paths. Tourists can stroll through the sections and witness the wonder of nature.
- Take Pictures - Unleash your camera skills, by clicking amazing pictures of the scenic beauty.
- Devour authentic Indian food - There are some amazing restaurants In the surrounding area, that serve authentic Indian Food.
Tips for visiting
- Do not touch the flowers or any plants.
- The vehicle parking charges are separate in the Government Rose Garden, so ensure you have the necessary arrangements if you are traveling by car.
- You have to purchase a separate ticket for your camera or video camera or both.
- Wear comfortable pair of shoes to enjoy the most in this place.
- It is recommended to carry a light shawl in case you feel chilly during the winter season.
Best time to visit
The best time to visit the city is from March to June because of the pleasant weather conditions and amazing atmosphere. The temperature is around 20 degrees Celsius and the greenery around will make you fall in love with Ooty.
Nearby Atractions
- Ooty Lake
- Thread Garden
- Botanical Garden
- Doddabetta
- Thunder World
- Tea estate viewpoint
- Pykara Lake
Nearby market/ shopping places
Visitors can explore the following markets/shopping places on their visit to Ooty-
Cherise Mall- This mall houses a range of beauty, personal care, and cosmetic products.
PSR Shopping Center and Restaurant- This shopping center has a range of products at affordable prices, and a restaurant to satisfy your taste buds.
Tibetan Market- This market is famous for selling fashion items, clothes, and much more at affordable prices.
Nearby Hotels
- Beverly villa Ooty
- Gem Park Ooty
- Sinclairs Retreat Ooty
- Sterling Ooty Elk Hill
- Savoy, Ooty - IHCL SeleQtions
Interesting Facts About Government Rose Garden
- The Rose garden is considered to be one of the most famous in the country for its splendid display of roses.
- The categories of roses displayed in the garden exceed more than 20,000.
- One can find unusual colors of roses like black and green.
- The garden features a beautiful statue of an angel.
- There is an observatory point known as the Nila Madaam from where you can get a spectacular view of the entire place.
