Ooty
has always been known for its flora. Apart from the famous botanical
Gardens which has become synonymous with Ooty, The Rose Garden
is also a must see sight in Ooty. It’s a divine site as
you see stretches and stretches of vibrant colors of roses.
The Rose Garden of Ooty or the Centenary Rose Garden is spread
across six acres of land in the slopes of Elk hills, located
in the Vijayanagaram farms; Needless to say, it is the largest
rose garden in the country. There are large varieties of roses
including 
some
rare species as well. There are about 17000 varieties of rose
plants. The important feature of the Rose Garden is that, it
has been recognized by the world federation of rose societies.
Another distinction is that it is the first Rose Garden in India
that has been recognized as the “Garden of Excellence”.
Truly a must see place in Ooty.
The Rose Garden of Ooty is maintained by the Department of
horticulture of the Government of Tamilnadu. It is in the form
of five terraces where these beautiful rose plants are grown.
There is a small entry fee. It’s a great place to click
some amazing photos. The walk down the pavement undoubtedly
would be a memorable experience.
