Dust off your camera and pack your bags to take a much needed break from your monotonous work life. Ooty, the queen of hill stations has multitude of options to set your sail. If you’re looking to get some tranquility in a silent, cool place, away from crowds and buzzes, then make sure you pin the sacred Pykara Lake in your tourist map.
Sacred for a reason:
Pykara Lake is a blessed lake for the Todas, the local tribe of Nilgiri. Witness the wonderful scenery and spend some relaxing time away from the Ooty crowd. The sacred Pykara Lake is the best place to relax and admire the beauty of nature. Like any other place in Ooty, the sacred Pykara has lots of surprises and everyone one them is filled with fun and love. Get tantalized by taking boat ride in this quite lake. If you are passionate about photography, then you will find yourself attached strongly with love to the Pykara Falls near the sacred Pykara Lake.
Feel ascetic:
Pykara is a beautiful village with a stunning gushing river which features a dam and a power plant. Because of the dam, the backwater forms an adorable big lake. It is called Pykara Lake. And as you move towards the end of the dam, the river falls from a height, creating a picturesque scenery and is known as the Pykara Falls. With this all beautiful features, the sacred Pykara lake draws tourists from all over the world and is becoming the perfect picnic spot. Feel the nature amid the lush greenery and witness the breathtaking sights which allures people from different corners of the world.
Lakes, boats and more:
The best thing about the sacred Pykara Lake is, it has everything you require for a picnic or a day out with friends and family. You have an option of enjoying a boat ride in the lake along mountains covered with lush green forests, hiding itself behind the mists. Admire the beautiful scenery around the lake, and cracking a laugh and get baffled as it echoes in the silent trenches between the mountains. You can also choose to stay in a boat house and enjoy delicious food. Relax yourself and enjoy the fresh cool air.
Power of Nature:
The sacred Pykara not only empowers one’s soul. It is also powering the nearby cities and town with its hydroelectricity power plant. The Dam is fitted with current generators which is capable of producing 60 MW. And is built in 1932.
Make it a point to visit the Pykara town to witness the rich cultural values of the Todas. The sacred Pykara lake is worth visiting for those who wish to enjoy some time amid the beauty of nature and get lost in state of peace. Nature lovers, photographers and adventure seekers really can’t afford to miss this attraction. Rush up and book a tour to Ooty.