Kotagiri, near Ooty, is located at an elevation of 1783 ft above sea level. Kotagiri is located at a distance of 28 km from Ooty. It is 23 km from Coonoor. Kotagiri got its nickname as it is an aboriginal place. Kodanad in Kotagiri gets its name from the fact that it is a land of fog. Catherine Falls is the main attraction of Kotagiri. There are no hotels in Kotagiri like in Ooty but there are many resorts in Kotagiri. Kotagiri has a lower budget than Ooty for some reason. Kotagiri has beautiful hills and view points. Surrounded by tea gardens and beautiful green landscapes, the Kotagiri Trekking Climb is also ideal. The best time to visit Kotagiri is from December to May.