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Coonoor (Nilgiri Mountain Railway)

India, Tamil Nadu

11.4053000, 76.6962000

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Overview

Junction of the steam and diesel sections at 1,719 m; locomotive changes happen here.

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October to June, with November to February the crispest. Monsoon cancellations are common from July to September.

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Access

Difficulty Estimated

moderate

Public station; reachable by road from Ooty and Mettupalayam.

Informational only, not legal or travel advice. Visa, permit, drone and access rules differ by nationality and site and change often, so confirm with the official authority (linked where shown) before you travel, shoot or fly.

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Unknown

↑ 120 m No night Registration req. Insurance req.

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Informational only, not legal advice. Rules change quickly — always verify with the managing authority before flying. Airspace authorization and land-owner permission are separate: clearance to use the airspace never grants permission to take off, land, or operate from the ground below it. Data last refreshed Jun 11, 2026.