Never a fan of Roses? You will be reconsidering it here. Always been a fanatic about Roses? You will eventually want to become one here.

A Solivagant’s Shoes

There was a brief rain shower, not heavy though… right before the day we visited the most renowned place among the tourists and the pride of the locals – The Ooty Rose Garden. So, naturally, I was a bit worried. But, despite that, the garden was carpeted with the Roses. Roses that are dressed in colors that I couldn’t have predicted. The color gradients shook me and even made my heart race a bit.

The Mesmerizing Ooty Rose Garden

Ooty Rose Garden belongs to the elite club of 35 Rose Gardens and is one of the country’s most sought out, extremely beautiful, and well-maintained Rose Garden. The entire garden is a picturesque arcade of Roses that are bigger than your palm. Their flowers are so attractive even for the small birds that often sit on the flower head and pose like pros. Every minute you spend feels delightful. The earlier you go, the lesser crowd you have to handle, and the longer you can cherish and admire the roses.

How I became a Rose Fanatic?

My mother is a hardcore Rose fanatic. If she had come with us, she would have been overjoyed by the flowers. As soon as I entered, I did a video call and showed my mother how magical the place was. I am definitely going to take her one day and let her enjoy every moment admiring the unfathomable beauty of nature in the form of roses that were stretched out far and wide.

During my visit, the garden was a work in progress state, as it was a few weeks before Summer Festival, but I was lucky to get to see the different shades of flowers being scattered around in the landscape like a rainbow. It starts with different shades of red, various shades of pink, several shades of orange, shades of yellow and eventually roses in gradients of red, pink, yellow and orange. Then comes shades and gradients of purple and blue. And in case you are lucky, you will see the roses in the rarest colors of all – Black and Green. Eventually, you will ask yourself – “Is this even real?”. Because it seems to be too beautiful to be real.

Inspiration for Creators & Artists

For any creator, photographer or artist Ooty Rose Garden is more of an inspiration. The 4 hectares of land stacked into five terraces and curvatures is dotted with the fragrance and vibrancy of the roses. It will mesmerize every visitor into awe, despite age. Especially on a bright sunny day, the entire place glows beautifully that you can’t stop yourself from taking pictures and videos. Also, don’t forget to look down as you walk, the pavement’s cement blocks have beautiful imprints of roses. I was never a fan of rose before visiting here. But I started to reconsider it after seeing the huge flowers standing tall and waving their heads back and forth when I met them.

A Must-Visit Hotspot in Ooty

Whoever you are, whatever your preferences are, I feel like Rose garden is a must-visit hotspot in Ooty. My recommendation for you is to spend at least one and a half to two hours and visit the entire spot. If you feel tired, you can take a rest at random spots. There is enough seating area here and there. You need to get an entry ticket which amounts to 40Rs for adults and 20Rs for children. The best time to visit would be summer, probably between March – June. So make sure to drop by and explore the myriad beauty of the Rose Garden and its scenery that satisfies your senses.

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FAQs About Ooty Rose Garden, India

• What is the best time to visit the Ooty Rose Garden?

The best time to visit the Ooty Rose Garden is during Summer, between March and June, when the roses are in full bloom, it is also the time summer festival happens. It will be a bit crowded, still worth it.

• How much is the entry fee for the Ooty Rose Garden?

It is 40Rs for Adults & 20Rs for Children. You can also check the official tourism websites to check on the updated pricing.

• How much time does it take to explore Ooty Rose Garden?

The Ooty Rose Garden spans 4 hectares of land, arranged into five terraces. Exploring it would typically takes around 1-2 hours. If you are particularly interested in horticulture or want to spend more time enjoying the surroundings, you could easily spend 3 hours there.