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The
Tea
Factory
in
Ooty
offers
a
fascinating
journey
through
the
tea
production
process.
This
factory
takes
you
from
plucking
tea
leaves
to
the
packaging
of
tea
powder.
You'll
get
a
glimpse
into
the
various
stages
of
tea
processing,
including
withering,
rolling,
fermentation,
drying,
and
sorting.
It's
a
great
opportunity
to
learn
about
the
different
types
of
tea
produced
in
the
region
and
appreciate
the
art
of
tea
making.
Adjacent
to
the
factory,
the
Tea
Museum
adds
an
educational
and
interactive
dimension
to
your
visit.
Here,
you'll
discover
the
history
and
heritage
of
tea
production
in
the
Nilgiri
region
of
Tamil
Nadu.
Vintage
tea-making
equipment,
photographs,
and
artifacts
vividly
depict
the
evolution
of
tea
cultivation
in
the
area.
At
each
stage
of
tea
production,
from
withering
to
sorting,
visitors
can
witness
the
process
firsthand.
The
tea
leaves
are
dried
in
stainless
steel
containers,
crushed,
and
processed
through
CTC
machines.
Additionally,
the
factory
offers
a
delightful
tea-tasting
experience,
where
you
can
savor
a
variety
of
flavors
such
as
cardamom,
masala,
ginger,
green
tea,
and
more.
Don't
miss
the
opportunity
to
explore
the
chocolate
production
section,
where
you
can
witness
the
process
of
chocolate-making,
from
cocoa
powder
to
molding
chocolates
in
various
shapes.
You
can
also
purchase
homemade
chocolates
with
flavors
like
fruits
and
nuts,
fig
and
honey,
raisins
and
nuts,
milk
and
coffee,
and
even
sugar-free
options.
The
tea
factory
is
open
from
10.00
am
to
6.00
pm,
and
the
entry
fee
is
Rs
20
per
person.
Additionally,
if
you're
seeking
some
adventure,
there's
an
adventure
club
in
front
of
the
factory
where
you
can
try
exciting
activities
such
as
hiking,
free
fall
with
tied
ropes,
and
walking
on
a
rope.
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