Kandal Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Muesum & Garden Tour of Ooty (4 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Top hotels in Kandal
Sterling Ooty Elk Hill
"Great stay"
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Treebo Skydale Inn & Suites With Mountain View
"Great room"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Villa Euphoria
"Good"
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
The Baron
"The room was in good condition. There were no instructions to order room service, get drinking water. No Toothpaste in the room and none available for purchase."
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Serenity Suites
"The stay is good luxurious experience for a budget price. The staff is very supportive as well. I would recommend this stay to everyone. It is very close to the city centre as well"
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
Villa Terra Verde by VOYE HOMES
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
Though Upper Bazar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mudumalai National Park and Ooty Rose Garden.
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.
