Kandal Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Government Botanical Gardens
At the foot of Doddabetta Mountain, this expansive garden has stunning displays of tropical flowers and an array of rare tree species.
Ooty Lake
Relax by the water and go for a paddle on this peaceful lake, just minutes from the busy city center.
Ooty Rose Garden
Discover thousands of species of rose while you enjoy a serene environment and a magnificent city backdrop.
Doddabetta Peak
Enjoy spectacular views and an array of plant and tree life at the tallest mountain in the Nilgiri range.
St. Stephen's Church
One of the oldest churches in the Nilgiris region combines charming architecture and fabulous stained-glass windows in a mystical woodland setting.
Pykara Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pykara Lake during your travels in Pykara. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
Things to do
Day Trip to Coonoor (Guided Sightseeing Tour by Car from Ooty)
Top hotels in Kandal
Sterling Ooty Elk Hill
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024
Treebo Skydale Inn & Suites With Mountain View
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2023
Fabexpress Grand Castle Hill Resorts
Serenity Suites
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Villa Euphoria
Fabhotel Bala Garden
Other neighbourhoods around Kandal
Mani Vihar
While Mani Vihar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ooty Lake and Mudumalai National Park.
Fern Hill
While visiting Fern Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Cairn Hill and Lady Canning's Seat.
Upper Bazar
While visiting Upper Bazar, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Bhavani Lake and Mudumalai National Park.
Stone House Area
Stone House Area might not have many top sights, but Government Botanical Gardens and Ooty Rose Garden are two attractions nearby that you can check out.