Dolphin Nose, Coonoor, Tamil Nadu India

Dolphin Nose, as the name suggests, is a peak that resembles the shape of a dolphin’s nose. The view it affords is something mere words can not elaborate on and hence is a destination travelers should visit while they are Coonoor. You might have to trek a bit, but the ambience Dolphin’s Nose immerses you in, is well worth the effort. You can see many important landmarks in the Nilgiris from this point, including Catherine Falls, which is located in Kotagiri another hill station in the Nilgiris district. 

Coonoor Dolphin's nose is a huge rock creation that is totally exclusive. The great rock formation seems to be just like what it is called the name dolphin nose. To reach this dolphin nose, It takes some force to move upward to the top of this cliff, but the views are definitely worth of the tough effort.

There is huge valley on the both sides of the dolphin nose. In one of the canyon, you can clearly see the falls of inspiration for Catherine with its constant stream of several thousand feet below. Dolphin nose was slightly covered with white clouds and lush garden of green tea. This is really eye catching panoramic view from Dolphin nose. It is one of the most important place to visit in Coonoor.

But, do watch your step while on top of the rock, because on either side of the rock are deep abysses. The vista offered by the viewpoint is sure to leave a spectator spellbound. Dolphin Nose Viewpoint is located at a distance of about 10-12 kilometers from Coonoor and lies close to Tiger Hills.