Coonoor Collection

View of the hill station of Coonoor, Tamil Nadu, India, with St Anthonys Church in the middle distance, and beef and mutton stalls on the left. Date: circa 1910s

Tea Garden. Coonoor, Tamil Nadu, India
Beautiful green tea gardens in the high altitudes of Coonoor at the Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu, India

Nilgiri Flycatcher (Eumyias albicaudatus) is sitting on a dry bamboo, It is an old world flycatcher with a very restricted range in the hills of southern India, Like most flycatchers

Mettupalayam Railway Bridge, near Coonoor, India
Mettupolliam (Mettupalayam) Railway Bridge, near Coonoor, Tamil Nadu state, India. Date: circa 1910

Heritage Train and bridge
Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR) is one of the Mountain Railways of India, which is listed as World Heritage Site by UNESCO

Mountain Travelling in India, 1881: the Shortest Way down the Coonoor Ghaut

Tea Garden. Coonoor, Tamil Nadu, India
The verdant green tea gardens on the high hillsides of Coonoor at the Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu, India

Rainforest in Western Ghats, India
Rainforest with abundant green, clouds and rain in the Western Ghats of South India

Tea plantations near Coonoor
Hill station in Nilgiris surrounded by tea plantations

Tea plantation in a slope
A tea plantation in a slope near Coonoor, Nilgiris, India

View of Blue Mountains
Nilgiri hills (Blue Mountains) through the haziness

Tickells Blue Flycatcher

Pied Bushchat (Saxicola caprata)
A Juvenile

Black and orange flycatcher (Ficedula nigrorufa)
A young Black and orange flycatcher (Ficedula nigrorufa) sitting on a bamboo in a forest area, It is a species of flycatcher endemic to the central and southern Western Ghats

Black and orange flycatcher (Ficedula nigrorufa)
A Black and orange flycatcher (Ficedula nigrorufa) sitting on a plant stem in a forest area, It is a species of flycatcher endemic to the central and southern Western Ghats

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Coonoor, a picturesque hill station nestled in the heart of Tamil Nadu, India, offers breathtaking views that will leave you spellbound. From the moment you set foot here, you are greeted with panoramic vistas that showcase the true beauty of nature. As you gaze upon the mesmerizing landscape, your eyes are drawn to the lush tea gardens spread across Coonoor. The neatly manicured rows of tea plants create a soothing green carpet that stretches as far as the eye can see, and is no wonder that this region is renowned for its aromatic teas. While exploring Coonoor's natural wonders, keep an eye out for the vibrant Nilgiri Flycatcher. This colorful bird with its striking white tail feathers adds a touch of elegance to this already enchanting place. For those seeking adventure and history combined, a visit to Mettupalayam Railway Bridge near a must. Here, you can witness the heritage train chugging along on an iconic bridge against a backdrop of majestic mountains. It's like stepping back in time and experiencing mountain travel from over a century ago. The rainforests in Western Ghats surrounding Coonoor provide an oasis of tranquility amidst nature's bounty. As you wander through these dense forests teeming with life, every step brings new discoveries and surprises waiting to be unraveled. Immerse yourself further into Coonoor's charm by taking a stroll through sprawling tea plantations perched on slopes. The sight of workers meticulously plucking leaves while surrounded by rolling hills creates an idyllic scene straight out of paradise. Don't forget to feast your eyes upon the awe-inspiring Blue Mountains visible from various vantage points in Coonoor. These towering peaks seem to touch the sky and offer unparalleled views that will forever remain etched in your memory. As if all this wasn't enough, keep your camera ready for encounters with Tickell's Blue Flycatcher.