What is Coonoor famous for?
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Its tea gardens, Sim's Park, the Dolphin's Nose and Ketti Valley viewpoints, and a stretch of the UNESCO Nilgiri Mountain Railway.
How do I reach Coonoor?
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It is on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway; the nearest broad-gauge railhead is Mettupalayam (~32 km) and the nearest airport is Coimbatore (~68–85 km).
What is the best time to visit Coonoor?
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March to June and September to October; April to June is the peak, with cool, pleasant weather.