Nilgiri Collection

The home of snooker - The Ottacamund Club, Southern India
Playing snooker at the Ootacamund Club, Ootacamund (known as Snooty Ooty) in the Nilgiri Hills, Tamil Nadu, Southern India, where snooker originated on the billiard tables during the Raj

Flower
Sunil Manikkath

The home of snooker - The Oottacamund Club, Southern India
Playing snooker at the Ootacamund Club, Ootacamund (known as Snooty Ooty) in the Nilgiri Hills, Tamil Nadu, Southern India, where snooker originated on the billiard tables during the Raj

Brown fish owl 🦉
Sunil Manikkath

DDE-90024302
India, Tamil Nadu, Nilgiri Mountains, UNESCO World Heritage Steam Train, Udagamandalam (AKA Ooty). Date: 05/07/2007

DDE-90024301
Railroad track of Heritage Steam Train going through forest Udagamandalam, Nilgiri Mountains, Tamil Nadu, India Date: 12/08/2006

Group of Toda people, India
Vintage 19th century photograph: group of Toda people, India. Toda people are a Dravidian ethnic group who live in the Nilgiri Mountains of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu

Girl of the Toda Tribe - Nilgiri plateau, India
Girl of the Toda Tribe, a small pastoral community living on the isolated Nilgiri plateau in southern India. The Toda traditionally live in settlements consisting of three to seven of these small

Cinchona / Quinine
A plantation of cinchona - Peruvian or Jesuits Bark - in the Nilgiri Hills, Tamil Nadu State, India : the governor of Madras plants the first tree in a new plantation Date: 1862

Scouts of the 1st Nilgiri Troop, India
Scouts of the 1st Nilgiri Troop (The GOMO) at work

Toda man, southern India
A Toda man, belonging to a small pastoral community living on the isolated Nilgiri plateau in southern India. Date: circa 1890s

Group of Toda men, southern India
Group of Toda men, belonging to a small pastoral community living on the isolated Nilgiri plateau in southern India. Date: circa 1890s

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Nilgiri Langur Date:

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Wildlife
Mudumalai National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary

Southern India - Toda People - Cathedral at Ooty
Toda People - Cathedral at Udhagamandalam (better known as Ooty and sometimes Ootacamund or abbreviated as Udhagai), the district capital of the Nilgiris district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu

Tourists gather on Poon Hill to watch the sunrise over the Annapurna Himal, with Dhaulagiri, 8167m, Dhampus Peak, 6012m, and Tukuche Peak, 6920m and Nilgiri, 7061m, visible in the background

Garrulax cachinnans, nilgiri laughing thrush
Plate 1, watercolour by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn from her Neilgherry birds and Miscellaneous, (1858)

Columba elphinstonii, Nilgiri woodpigeon
Plate 26, watercolour by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn from her Neilgherry birds and Miscellaneous, (1858)

Eumyias albicaudata, Nilgiri verditer flycatcher
Plate 31, watercolour by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn from her Neilgherry birds and Miscellaneous, (1858)

Nilgiri, seen from Jomsom, Annapurna Conservation Area, Mustang District, Dhawalagiri (Dhaulagiri), Western Region (Pashchimanchal), Nepal, Himalayas, Asia

View of the Nilgiri range whilst enjoying breakfast in Oms Home hotel at Jomsom on the Annapurna circuit trek, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Trekker on the Annapurna circuit trek, the high peak in the distance is one of the Nilgiris, part of The Grand Barrier, Jomsom, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Trekker enjoys the view on the Annapurna circuit trek, Jomsom, Himalayas, Nepal. The high peak in the distance is 7021m Nilgiri, forming part of a wall known as The Grand Barrier. Model released

Fortified village of Jharkot and Nilgiri mountains in the background, near MUKtinath, Nepal

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Welcome to Nilgiri, the picturesque region in Southern India known for its rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes. One of the prominent attractions here is The Oottacamund Club, famously referred to as "The home of snooker. " This prestigious club has been a hub for snooker enthusiasts, providing them with top-notch facilities and an unmatched gaming experience. As you explore this enchanting land, keep an eye out for the majestic Brown Fish Owl 🦉. With its striking appearance and haunting hoots, it adds a touch of mystery to the already captivating surroundings. DDE-90024302 and DDE-90024301 are not just random numbers; they represent unique identifiers that showcase the diversity and complexity of this region's flora and fauna. Each number unlocks a world filled with fascinating species found exclusively in Nilgiri. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture by interacting with the Toda people. Their traditional lifestyle is deeply rooted in these lands, making them an integral part of Nilgiri's identity. Don't miss out on witnessing their close-knit community through encounters with groups or individuals dressed in their distinctive attire. Did you know that Cinchona trees thrive abundantly here? These trees are responsible for producing quinine - a vital ingredient used to treat malaria. The medicinal value associated with Cinchona makes it an essential component of Nilgiri's ecosystem. For those seeking adventure, join Scouts from the 1st Nilgiri Troop on thrilling expeditions across this magnificent terrain. They embody courage, resilience, and teamwork – qualities that perfectly align with what this region represents. Encounter Toda men during your journey through southern India; their presence will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on you. Adorned in traditional garments reflecting their cultural heritage, they epitomize gracefulness amidst nature's grandeur. Lastly, don't forget to hop aboard UNESCO-listed Heritage Steam Train in Udagamandalam.