I must admit that this trip to so called Poor man’s Ooty was Just unplanned. It was during my Vacation when I was super bored and wanted to rejuvenate from the hectic schedule. In this utter Confusion of where to visit, As always Google suggested me about Poor man’s Ooty. well, you must wondering where is poor man’s Ooty. It is Yelagiri a quick gate way for tourist from their busy schedules. Yelagiri is 158 kilometers / 3 hr drive from Bangalore.

We decided to set out on a sultry morning. The journey turned out to be quiet adventures missing route’s, well, google maps are not always the right option when we have people around us. Before the cloud could catch rain we reached our destination.

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As we reached after the 14 hairpin bends while riding up with every hairpin bend the view from the top of cliff was more spectacular, it turned to be more intense. the bluish sky with green paint all over the view .once we reached the hill I was lost in the marveling view of the hill words may not suffice to Express the beauty of serenity. The trip provides breathtaking views, serene winds, lush green landscapes, and wonderful trekking terrains. Yelagiri is the most Instagram-worthy spots you will see. The most beautiful words, effective poems, pictures cant do justice while describing the beauty of nature. It’s all lies in once’s experiences.

At first we started our visit with the blessing of lord shiva a temple on the hill top offers panoramic view Swamimalai hills, it is also a trekkers spot.

After the long Journey my grumbling tummy gratefully accepted the invitation of lunch, With the tummy full heavy meal we then reached Yelagiri Lake. my favorite raw mango was awaiting my way, it was lip smacking .walking along the shore of the lake dwelled in the scenic beauty of lake However, others wished for a boat ride & soon got the tickets. enjoying a boat ride in a scenic lake that stands surrounded by groves of Eucalyptus trees. Masked by greenery on all sides the blue lake seems like a painting on an empty canvas. This is not a scene described out of movie. Rather, it’s a glimpse that awaits you at Yelagiri. This exotic destination is a perfect spot for adventure seekers, nature lovers, & weekend tourists, those are in need to invigorate from the daily regimen.

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Yelagiri lake presents a magnificent sight to behold & treasure forever. Soon after boating. There were lot of fun activities around the lake like miniature Columbus, gaint wheel etc, which reminisced me of my childhood took me down the lane.

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We set off witnessing the spectacular sunset….by the end of the trip I was quiet depressed to leave the rich nature, With bundle of joy, happiness, witnessing poor man’s Ooty we reached the hustle bustle city with added memories, hand made chocolate’s & some great spices with the beautiful experience this place has offered. Reviving, surviving , thriving  all this ever cherished memory during the horrifying isolation in pandemic was the only way of exploring this short travel.

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