Emerald LakeLocation: Silent Valley, 25 km from Ooty, Tamil NaduPrice: Free EntryTiming: Open throughout the dayBest Time to Visit: September to MayThe Silent Valley is just the closest one to the lake, and in one hand, the lake, which can be called out as the most peaceful in Ooty is the Emerald Lake, it is covered by lush green mountainsides, tea gardens, varied types of floral growth, verdant fauna, verdure and green life. It will have been blessed as heavenly when travelling over to Nilgiris ranges having seen some tremendous panoramic views. A reflection surface reflecting enormous mountainous hills, this lake of the deepest blue still breathes even under the sunlight which is in golden in the morning as well as in the evening time. A shutter enthusiast could delight in the panoramic scenery that it would provide him, an ideal place of solitude amidst the nature or for one to observebirds’ activities while having a leisurely nature walking trip, to enjoy a refreshing and memorable picnic time with one’s partner, to experience solitary nature at Ooty. Journey by automobile to this part is another treat to eyes while it winds up with a spectacular panorama of the green fields of tea estates.
