Loved Sai Pallavi in Ramayana? You won’t get enough of their ancestral hometown, a dreamy hill station in Tamil Nadu, a paradise for tea lovers

Sai Pallavi has been in the news for her depiction as Mata Sita in the magnum opus Ramayana. The actress, who has won hearts across India with hits such as Premam, Maari 2, etc., has also won appreciation for her dignified performance as Mata Sita. Her hometown, Kotagiri, has also come into the limelight. She hails from the Badaga community, which lives in the Nilgiri district of Tamil Nadu. The hill town also has roots dating back to the colonial period. In 1819, British official John Sullivan explored the area, which subsequently developed into a seasonal getaway for administrators of the Madras Presidency. Today, Kotagiri is renowned for its picturesque surroundings, characterised by expansive tea estates, verdant valleys and stretches of evergreen woodland.

A Haven For Tea Lovers

Kotagiri is filled to the brim with tea factories and tea farms. You can have tea tasting sessions as well.

How To Enjoy The Beauty Of Nilgiri

If you want to see the breathtaking beauty of the Nilgiris from above and have a panoramic view, then travel to Kodanad Viewpoint. This place is perfect for a 220-degree panoramic view of the Nilgiri Biosphere and the Moyar River.


If you are in the mood for forests instead of tea gardens and hills, head to Longwood Shola. This evergreen forest is a great getaway if you want to spend some moments in the woods. If you want to have walks in nature or watching birds – do spend some time here. Rangaswamy Peak and Pillar are the most popular spots here.