Catherine Falls

About Catherine Falls

Kotagiri is a small town and hill station located in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated at an altitude of 1,829 metres (6,001 ft) above mean sea level and is the third most populous town in the Nilgiris district. Kotagiri is well known for its tea plantations and is a popular tourist destination. The name Kotagiri is derived from the words kota (hut) and giri (mountain). The town was originally inhabited by tribal people who built huts on the hill slopes. Kotagiri is located at . It has an average elevation of 1,829 metres (6,001 ft). Kotagiri is well known for its tea plantations. The Nilgiri Tea Company, a subsidiary of Tata Tea, has its headquarters in Kotagiri. The town is also a popular tourist destination. The attractions in Kotagiri include the Rangaswamy Peak, Catherine Falls, Elk Falls, and the Doddabetta Peak. The town is also home to several churches, including the St. Stephen's Church and the Holy Trinity Church. The Nilgiri Mountain Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, passes through Kotagiri. Kotagiri is connected to the city of Coimbatore by road. The Coimbatore-Ooty Road passes through the town. The nearest railway station is the Udhagamandalam railway station, which is located about 16 kilometres (10 mi) from Kotagiri. The nearest airport is the Coimbatore International Airport, which is located about 80 kilometres (50 mi) from Kotagiri.