Example 5 [Compare and Contrast Essay]

Example 5

Compare and contrast two hill stations of Tamil Nadu: Ooty and Kodaikanal

People normally visit both the hill stations, Ooty and Kodaikanal if not in the same trip. But they do visit both the places to refresh themselves from the monotonous existence or day to day routine. The following essay compares and contrasts the said hill stations aspectwise.

Geography

• Ooty: Ooty is located at a height of about 2240m above sea level in the Nilgiri Hills district of Tamil Nadu, India. It is located in the Nilgiri Hills

• Kodaikanal: Kodaikanal is located at a height of about 2133m above sea level in the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India. It is located in the Palani Hills.

Type

• Ooty: This hill station is known as the "Queen of Nilgiri Hill Stations". Ooty is the most visited tourist attraction. Its main attractions are the mountains and green valleys. They are known for its fresh and pristine beauty.

• Kodaikanal: Its name in the Tamil language means "The Gift of the Forest" and is also referred to as the "Princess of Hill stations".

Best time to visit

• Ooty: Months from April to June and September to November are suitable to visit.

• Kodaikanal: Months from October to April are suitable to visit.

How to reach

• Ooty: The very best way is to reach by bus directly to Ooty. To reach Ooty the nearest railhead is Mett:ipalyam Station, 40 km from Ooty. And, the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, Coimbatore 98 km away. otste lid owl Jestinoo bns sqm

• Kodaikanal: The very best way is to reach by bus directly to Kodaikanal. The nearest airport is Madurai Airport (IXM) 120 km away. Nearest Railway Station is Kodaikanal Road Railway Station (KQN) 100 km away. ysees gniwollol edt onto yeb of yeb 10 dbsqas

Based on budget travel

• Ooty: It is the most crowded place during peak season time especially in summer. It is slightly costly.

• Kodaikanal: It is not so popular and not so crowded but it is comparatively economical.

Reason to travel

• Ooty: It has lots of sightseeing locations. Moreover, it has many adjoining areas to cover like Conoor, Kothagiri, etc.

• Kodaikanal: There are only a few places to visit in Kodaikanal but if one wishes to relax with mother nature then definitely Kodaikanal will be the suitable place.

Whichever hill station people may prefer to visit, it is their duty not to spoil its pristine beauty.