5 gorgeous gardens to visit in Tamil Nadu

With thousands of temples, monuments, reserves and natural wonders to add to your travel list, Tamil Nadu’s gardens provide a peaceful break from your hectic travel schedule. A nature lover will be impressed by these gardens, which are spread across the State’s numerous tourist attractions.

Here are 5 gorgeous gardens to visit in Tamil Nadu

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1. Ooty Botanical Garden

Situated on the lower slopes of Doddabetta Peak, the highest mountain of Nilgiri Hills, this vast botanical garden was built in 1848. This 55-acre terraced garden is divided into six areas, the Low Garden, New Garden, Fountain Terrace, Italian Garden, Conservatory and Nursery, based on plant types and the layouts.

2. Government Rose Garden

In the Vijayanagaram area of Ooty, over the terraced slopes of Elk Hill, the Government Rose Garden was established in 1995. This garden features thousands of rose kinds since the soil and environment on these terraces are perfect for growing roses.

3. Sims Park

The well-known tourist destination Sims Park is located in Coonoor, about 20 kilometres from Ooty town. The region’s perfect environment promotes the natural growth of ferns, magnolia, sholas trees, Rudraksha bead trees and many more rare varieties of pines and other fascinating botanical species.

4. Semmozhi Poonga

Semmozhi Poonga, or Classical Language Park, is located in the centre of the dynamic city of Chennai. This is a haven of fresh air among the bustle of the city, home to a variety of rare and exotic plant species, including medicinal and aromatic herbs.

5. Deer Park

The Deer Park, which is situated in the West Mere area close to Ooty Lake, is a must-visit if you love animals. The 22-acre park provides plenty of chances to spot deer, especially sambars and chitals, as you wander around its paths.