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3. The quality that marks this issue of Student Travel Chronicle
is a testimony to the maturity of the young minds who joined
forces to enthusiastically shape and provide substance
to its form. For this, a word of appreciation is due to the
parents, whose efforts were the precursor to the students’
commendable effort.
Lotus Valley International School, Noida, is committed to
creating the vital link between learning in the classroom
and the equally important topical learning from the school
of life outside the classroom. The pages that follow are
representative of the aim of Lotus Valley International
School, Noida, which is to take teaching beyond the walls of
the classroom into the freedom of outward exploration and
creativity.
There were many outcomes from this intensive journey
to Bengaluru, Mysuru and Ooty - The Southern Triangle,
finally culminating in the awards ceremony for the
prize-winningstudentsattheendofthisjourneyofexcitement.
All this, and much more is yours to discover as the students
help you relive the excitement of their experience in the pages
ahead — replete with photographs and one-liners, memories
and impressions.
We, at Lotus Valley International School, Noida, wish to
acknowledge our gratitude to the accompanying teachers for
their excellent collaboration. I would also like to recognise the
essential contribution of EdTerra Edventures Pvt Ltd., who
have designed and organised this journey. The company’s
efforts before, during and after the journey enabled students
to produce this magazine. EdTerra takes pride in designing
journeys that offer substantial educational opportunities for
students, while ensuring that they have incredible fun at the
same time.
We know there is no better way to conclude this message
than to give a stirring THANK YOU to the students, who were
energetic participants and willing learners throughout.
Hello
PRINCIPAL’S LETTER
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Dr. Ruchi Seth
Principal
Lotus Valley International
School, Noida

4. 02BENGALURU
06-07
04-05
01OUR JOURNEY
Our journey to Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Ooty
was a fun-filled experience and we were
excited to visit various places of tourist
interest
03 08-09
MYSURU
In Mysuru, we visited the Brindavan
Gardens and enjoyed watching the light
and sound show with our friends
A few days were not sufficient to cover
all the major places in the Silicon Valley
of India — Bengaluru
01 Lalbagh Botanical Garden
02 Wonderla
03 Visvesvaraya Indutrial &
Technological Museum
01 Mysure Palace
02 Mysuru Zoo
Contents
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5. 05 12-13
FLORA & FAUNA
During our journey, we visited
several beautiful places situated
in Southern India
04 10-11
OOTY
We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Ooty and
look forward to visiting this picturesque hill
station again
01 Ooty Lake
02 The Brindavan Gardens
To
Publisher
EdTerra Edventures Pvt.Ltd.
Photographs & Articles
Students of Lotus Valley International School,
Noida
Chief Editor
Amita Bajaj
THE EDTERRA EDITORIAL TEAM
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UNFORGETTABLE
Journey Mentor(s)
Ankita Goel
Sagar Zadiya

6. 01.
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S
outh India is known to travellers across the
globe for its distinctive culture and natural
beauty. The cities in this region are home to
marvellous architecture and a diverse variety of flora
and fauna.
Bengaluru, dotted with beautiful gardens, architectural
marvels, and amazing bazaars, is aptly called the
Garden City of India. Further, with the highest
percentage of engineers on the planet and with more
than 200 IT companies, the city has also earned the
title, Silicon Valley of India.
After Bengaluru, Mysuru is the second-fastest
growing city in Karnataka. It is also the cultural capital
of the state. Known as the Palace City of India, Mysuru
leaves the traveller spellbound with its quaint charm
and majestic palaces. After Taj Mahal, Mysuru Palace
is the second-most visited travel attraction of the
country and gets nearly 2.7 million visitors each year.
Finally, on our journey, we went far from the bustling
cities to Ooty, which is one of the most prominent hill
stations in the state. Ooty has lush green landscapes
and tea plantations that are surrounded by the Nilgiri
Hills, offering an unparalleled view. Also, Ooty is
known as the Scotland of the East.
Things to
SEE
Bengaluru
Mysuru
Ooty
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OUR JOURNEY

7. Team Members
Avishi, Anyant, Aryan, Bhavya, Harshita,
Naman, & Sahil
01
03
01. Students observed varied aspects of tea processing at the
Doddabetta Tea Factory
02. Enjoying the view of the beautiful city of Ooty — a place shaped by
colonial and tribal history
03. The ample natural beauty of Ooty makes it a traveller’s paradise
02
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To
OUR
JOURNEY
Our journey to Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Ooty was long
and stressful, but a fun-filled experience. We were
excited to visit various places of tourist interest. In
Mysuru, we visited the Brindavan Gardens and Krishna
Raja Sagara Dam. At the Brindavan Gardens, we saw a
light and sound show, which was really amazing. Later,
we visited the Mysuru Palace, where we saw several
portraits of kings and queens.
From Mysuru, we went to Ooty and visited several places,
including the Ooty Lake complex, the Government
Botanical Garden, and a tea garden. At Ooty Lake, we
enjoyed a number of rides. The Government Botanical
Garden was established to initiate the cultivation and
preservation of a wide range of plants that are displayed
there. The plants have been labelled with their botanical
names. When we returned to our hotel, a DJ party with
bonfire was organised for us. Attending the party was
an awesome experience as we had a lot of fun.
Next day, we travelled to Bengaluru, where we visited the
Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum. The
museum was enormous and had a wide collection of
tools. On the last day of our trip, we visited the Lalbagh
Botanical Garden, where we walked around the lake,
climbed some rocky mountains, and treated ourselves
with ice-cream. We also went to Tipu Sultan’s Summer
Palace to see his wealthy belongings being displayed
there. Last but not the least, we shopped at Orion
Mall along with our friends. Our trip was altogether a
wonderful experience.

8. 02.BENGALURU
The Garden City of India
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B
engaluru, the Garden City of India, is the
third-largest city by population and one of
the most liveable places in India. Bengaluru
has a pleasant climate and is situated at a height of
around 3113 feet above sea level. True to its name,
Bengaluru has many exquisite gardens and parks.
Simultaneously, the largest number of Information
and Technology companies are located in Bengaluru
making it the Silicon Valley of India. The Forbes
magazine considers Bengaluru as one of the next
decade’s fastest-growing cities.
Bengaluru is a true cosmopolitan city where over 60%
of the city’s population are migrants. Bengaluru is also
famous for the culinary experiences it offers including
the wafting aroma of the filter coffee. Also, the trails of
trees everywhere and the amazing weather make the
city a truly wonderful experience.

9. Team Members
Fun
03. Capturing a moment while exploring one of
the most renowned shopping malls in Bengaluru,
Orion Mall
01. The interiors of Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace are made of teakwood
and it gave us a glimpse into the Indo-Islamic era of royalty
02. The Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum
showed us an interactive way of learning science with all its
working models and 3D shows
Places to
VISIT
Aarav, Kovida, Krish, Namita, Prerna,
Rudraa, Saksham, & Sanjog
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Our trip began in the beautiful city of Mysuru. We went
to visit the Mysuru Palace that is located in the heart of
the city. Later, we went to a mall for shopping. We also
visited the Brindavan Gardens. Our next stop was Ooty
where we enjoyed boating in the lake. We also visited a
tea garden in Ooty.
Among all the places that we visited, our favourite
destination was Bengaluru. A few days were not
sufficient to cover all the major places in the ‘Silicon
Valley of India’. The main attractions of this vibrant city
were the Lalbagh Botanical Garden, the Visvesvaraya
Industrial & Technological Museum, and Tipu Sultan’s
Summer Palace. The Lalbagh Botanical Garden was not
only beautiful but also well-maintained. The garden was
free of any pollutants. We also visited Orion Mall, which
was a relatively large mall with a man-made lake inside
it. We shopped a lot from the stores at the mall. We also
went to some street-shops in Bengaluru, which were
quite fascinating.
Overall, our trip was very nice. The hotels where we
stayed were comfortable and the food provided was
delicious. The bus facilities provided were very clean.
Our teachers took good care of us. During this trip, we
learnt to wake up and sleep on time, work together as a
team, and become independent.

10. 03.MYSURU
The City of Palaces
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M
ysuru is also known as the City of Palaces. It
is the third-most populous city in Karnataka.
It is the cultural capital of the state and has
also been coined as the cleanest city of India. Mysuru
is situated about 145 km from Bengaluru and the city
covers an area of 152 sq km.
Mysuru is famous for its marvellous architecture and
palaces. Mysuru Palace was the official residence
of the royal family — descendants of the Wodeyar
Dynasty. The palace is built of stone and its domes
are made of marble. It is a blend of Hindu, Mughal, and
Gothic styles of architecture.
Shri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens or Mysuru
Zoo was established in 1892. Named after the founder,
Maharaja Shri Chamarajendra Wodeyar, the zoo was
initially known as Palace Zoo. Today, it is one of the
biggest and oldest zoos in India. It is home to a variety
of animals that have been brought from various parts
of the world. The other location that Mysuru offers for
enjoying its lush greenery is the Brindavan Gardens
— built across the Krishnaraja Sagar Dam — and it
is a must-visit place in Mysuru. The most popular
attraction of the place is the magical fountain show
scheduled in the evenings.
Mysuru is blessed with ample natural beauty and the
architectural marvels of the place add to its charm.

11. 01. Captivated by the grandeur of Amba Vilas Palace, popularly known as
Mysuru Palace, which lights up with around 98,000 bulbs every evening
Say Cheese!
Team Members
02. Exploring a huge collection of brands at the largest
shopping mall of Mysuru, Forum Centre City Mall
03. Visiting one of the biggest terrace gardens
of India, the Brindavan Gardens
Ishani, Krishna, Kriti, Netya,
Sabhye, Vansh, & Vihaan
Our educational trip to Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Ooty was
a fascinating experience. After reaching the airport in
Bengaluru, we took a bus to Mysuru. Our journey was
long and tiring, but we really enjoyed it.
In Mysuru, we visited the Brindavan Gardens where we
enjoyed watching the light and sound show along with
our friends. We took many photographs there. Then,
we went to Mysuru Palace, where we learnt about the
history of Wodeyar Dynasty that ruled in this region
for centuries. The palace was originally built several
centuries ago, which houses many paintings depicting
the rule of the Wodeyars. We saw portraits of famous
kings, queens, and other members of the royal family.
The following day, we went to Forum City Centre Mall.
We also spent two days in Ooty where we visited Ooty
Lake and a tea garden. On the last days of our journey,
we went to visit a few places of tourist interest in
Bengaluru. We were impressed to see the majestic Tipu
Sultan’s Summer Palace and the Visvesvaraya Industrial
& Technological Museum.
During the trip, we created some wonderful memories.
Our teachers were very cooperative and understanding.
The trip made us aware of our inner capabilities. It also
taught us the values of hard work, honesty, discipline,
and patience. We look forward to going on more
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04. Mesmerised by the beauty of Mysuru Palace, which
portrays a mixture of Hindu, Muslim, Rajput, and Gothic
styles of architecture
educational trips organised by EdTerra. We are thankful
to the Principal and teachers of Lotus Valley International
School for giving us the opportunity of travelling with our
friends.

12. 04.OOTY
The Queen of Hills
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O
oty or Udhagamandalam, known as the
Scotland of the East, is a beautiful city nestled
in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu. It is a very
important tourist destination and home to some of the
most breathtaking tea estates in India.
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway provides a delightful
ride to reach Ooty. The Nilgiri Mountain Toy Train
has a metre-gauge track.The trains run at an average
speed of 10 kmph. This allows the tourists to enjoy the
picturesque beauty of the place at a mellow pace. This
train network was declared a UNESCO World Heritage
Site in 2015.
The weather in Ooty is pleasant throughout the year.
With each changing season, the city shows different
shades of beauty making it picturesque.
Other than being a famous tourist destination for
homemade chocolates, Ooty is a haven for tea lovers.
The Dodabetta Tea Museum offers splendid insights
into the processing of tea leaves and tea-making
methods. The view of lush green tea gardens makes
the experience even more refreshing and rejuvenating.
Another exciting place to visit is the Wax World
Museum, which houses life-size statues of the legends
of India.

13. 03. Just arrived at Ooty — a place known widely for
tea cultivation
Friends
Forever
01. Tea found at Nilgiri Hills is commonly called ‘fragrant
tea’ and is known for flavours of mint, lemon and
eucalyptus as they are usually grown with these plants
Team Members
Aditya, Arpan, Aryaman, Hardik,
Harsh, Luvya, & Tanay
Ooty, also known as Udhagamandalam, is a hill station
situated in the state of Tamil Nadu. It is spread over
an area of about 36 sq km. Ooty is widely popular for
its flourishing tea industry. The hilly slopes of Ooty are
covered with tea plantations. This place is also known for
the Nilgiri Mountain Railway or the toy train.
Ooty Lake is an artificial lake spread over an area of 65
acres. It was created by John Sullivan, a British civil
servant, in 1824. The boathouse situated by the lake is a
major tourist attraction. We thoroughly enjoyed visiting
Ooty Lake by engaging in several recreational activities.
In Ooty, we also visited the Government Botanical Garden.
It was laid out in 1848 by the Marquis of Tweedale. It is
maintained by the Tamil Nadu Horticulture Department.
The garden covers an area of around 55 hectares and lies
on the lower slope of Doddabetta Peak. The garden has a
terraced layout.
After sightseeing, when we returned to our hotel, we saw
that a DJ party with bonfire was arranged for us. We had
a lot of fun dancing along with our friends. Our Journey
02. We saw numerous varieties of plant
species at the Botanical Garden
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Mentor, Ankita Ma’am, made the trip more enjoyable for
all of us. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Ooty and we
look forward to visiting this picturesque hill station again.

14. 05.FLORA &
FAUNA
B
engaluru has many green patches. The Lalbagh
Botanical Garden acts as lungs for the city. The
Garden provides the perfect blend of nature
and history. There are a wide variety of exotic and
tropical plants and even a tree fossil which is nearly
20 million years old.
Interestingly, we get a similar glimpse of combination
of history and biological diversity at the Mysuru Zoo.
The zoo is over 125 years old and houses around
1450 species of animals and birds, which have been
brought over from more than 40 other countries. The
zoo gets two million visitors from all corners of the
world every year.
The other globally renowned attraction in Mysuru is
the Brindavan Gardens. The lush spreads of grass,
shrubs, trees, and flowers, make the place a treat for
the senses. The Brindavan Gardens is also home to
one of the largest terrace gardens of India.
Lastly, we head to Ooty. The Botanical Garden in
Ooty is a paradise for nature lovers. It has a variety
of herbal, bonsai, and flowering plants along with
fruit trees. They have a section dedicated solely to
medicinal plants as well. Each section of the garden
is trimmed beautifully that makes for a delightful sight.
Shutterbug’s Delight
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15. Team Members
01. Excited to see green spaces in
an urban enviroment
03. Delighted to see the largest collection of tropical
flowers at the Lalbagh Botanical Garden
02. Modelled by Sir Mirza Ismael in Mughal style, the
Brindavan Gardens left us awestruck with its symmetry
and variety of plants
In this era of advanced technology, humans spend
more time on gadgets than in the natural surroundings.
During our journey, we visited several beautiful places
situated in the southern part of India. The Brindavan
Gardens in Mysuru is a beautiful terrace garden famous
for its symmetric designs. The garden is enriched with
fountains, water channels, and lush green lawns. We
enjoyed listening to Hindi film songs during the musical
fountain show.
The charming hill station of Ooty provides a perfect
escape plan during the harrowing summer months. Ooty
is home to diverse species of animals and birds because
it is surrounded by forests. Ooty Lake is a popular place
of visit. At Ooty Lake complex, we took part in a number
of exciting activities such as boating. We also visited the
Government Botanical Garden along with a tea garden
where we clicked many pictures. We enjoyed the pleasant
weather of Ooty and spent a great time along with our
friends.
On our trip, we went to the Lalbagh Botanical Garden
in Bengaluru. We saw a variety of plants ranging from
jackfruit to bonsai trees. We were excited to see a large
Ayra, Divansh, Lakshay, Riya,
Saksham, Shubhi, Simran, &
Tanishq
variety of mangoes available there. During our trip
to Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Ooty, we created some
memories that would remain unforgettable.
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16. 06.Moments
Say Cheese
01 Excited to visit Ooty, which offers
spectacular views of lush green
meadows and the Nilgiri Hills
02 Rejuvenating ourselves at Ooty Lake,
an artificial lake constructed in 1824
by John Sullivan
03 The recreational activities at
Wonderla energised us for an
exciting day in Mysuru
04 Treating our taste buds before
boarding the return flight
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17. 05 Catching up for a quick
meal before embarking on
our journey
06Visiting the tea gardens
of Ooty made our trip more
worthwhile
07We learnt about tea
manufacturing at the
Doddabetta Tea Factory
08Writing our travel
experiences for EdTerra’s
Travel Journalists Program
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