People know Ooty – Queen of Hills, for gorgeous views of the mountains, scenic tea plantations on the slopes and pleasant weather.

The climate of Ooty is also favourable for exotic fruits and vegetables. And several so-called English vegetables are grown locally on the slopes. The farms of Badaga tribe and Toda tribe are scattered in the lands of Ketti valley And you might get a glimpse of some of these on the way to Ooty while traveling from Coonoor.

The drive towards Avalanche Lake offers one of the best stretches to witness local vegetable fields in Ooty. The fruits and vegetables cultivated through organic farming here are supplied to the local market as well as different cities in South India. Depending on the season you visit, you can see farms of mangosteen, passion fruit, peach, pear, rambutan, strawberry and various other fruits.