Kodaikanal
Green Valley View
Green Valley View, located around few km from the Kodaikanal Lake, is the point from where tourists can enjoy the beautiful view of the Vaigai Dam. The place is previously known as Suicide Point owing to facts that it is deep, dangerous and dense.
The valley is around 5,000 ft deep and the perfect time to make a visit to this valley is between 10 am and 3 pm. The major attraction of this valley is the presence of ample of monkeys.
Silent Valley View
Silent Valley View, located at a short distance from Pillar Rocks, can be seen on the Berijam lake road. The finest time to make a visit to this valley is during early morning and late afternoon. Since the valley is deep, children visiting this valley have to be accompanied by their parents.
Lutheran Church
The beautiful Gothic structure, Lutheran Church was constructed in 1932. The adorned Church was adorned with stained glass window while thorough paintings and murals represent the life of Jesus Christ on the Church walls.
Berijam Lake
Berijam Lake, positioned at a distance of few Kilometres from the heart of the city, the lake is one of the most popular attractions of Kodaikanal. This lake was initiated to the public by European settlers. To known for its tranquil beauty, the area on which the lake is present was originally a swamp, which was cleared so as to discover the lake.
The lake is surrounded by green pine population; this lake is the main source for Periyakulam Town, which is situated in closeness to Kodaikanal. Tourists visiting the lake can spot bison and leopard along with chirping birds. This lake can only be visited after obtaining the permission from the District Forest Officer, as it is not open to general public.
Berijam Lake is a place where tourists can enjoy plethora of activities such as boating, walking and trekking. Boating is one of the most admired activities that tourists can enjoy at this lake. Water of this lake is abode to several known and unknown species of fish, which makes it angler’s heaven.
Bryant Park
Bryant Park, a botanical garden, is located on the eastern side of ‘The Lake’. At this botanical garden, each year in the month of May, an annual flower and vegetable show is organised. In addition, it is one of the most visited attractions during the summer months. The garden also houses a glasshouse, which comprises a wide assortment of flowers, ferns and other ornamental plants.
Kodai Lake
Kodaikanal Lake, a man-made lake, is situated in the Kodaikanal city of Tamil Nadu. Considered as one of the most popular geographic landmarks and tourist attractions.
The lake was created in 1863 by Sir Vere Hentry Levine, who was the collector of Madurai. He came to this place after his retirement and converted this marshy land with a number of streams of lake.
Tourists visiting this artificial lake can take a walk around this lake or can enjoy several activities such as cycle rides and horse rides. In addition, fishing can also be done at this lake; however tourists need to obtain permission from Inspector of Fisheries. Boating can also be enjoyed on this lake, for which boats are provided by Tamil Nadu Tourist Development Corporation and Kodaikanal Boat & Rowing Club.
Pillar Rocks
Pillar Rocks is one of the famous tourist attractions. At this attraction, tourists can see three granite boulders that are standing vertically side by side. Measuring a height of around 400 ft from the ground, these pillars are known for offering bird’s eye view of the surrounding beautiful vistas. The chambers that are between the two pillars are also known as Devil’s Kitchen.
Bear Shola Falls
Bear Shola Falls, situated at a distance from the Kodaikanal Lake, is another accepted tourist spot within the destination. Owing to the truth that in former days bears used to come to this fall for drinking water; thus, the falls has got its name as Bear Shola Falls. The fall is one of the most perfect picnic spots in Kodaikanal town. The best time to a visit this lake is during the rainy season. This is because during this season, the beauty of the falls is at its fullness.
Kurinji Andavar Temple
Kurinji Temple is also known as Kurinji Andavar Temple. Dedicated to Lord Muruga, the God of Hills as per the Tamil literature, tourists visiting this temple can enjoy beautiful view of Vaigai dam and Palani hills.
In Tamil Language, Kurinji means hilly province, while the word Andavar refers to God. In addition, this temple is also a place for summer festival, which is celebrated in the month of May every year. During this festival, tourists flock the temple so as to seek the blessings of Lord Muruga.
Silver Cascade Falls
Silver Cascade Falls, one of the most famous waterfalls, is the first attraction that unfolds to tourist, located on the Madurai – Kodaikanal road, on way to Kodaikanal. This waterfall is the result of excess water in the Kodai Lake, which comes down as a fall. Silver Cascade Falls is located at a distance of around 8 km from Kodaikanal.
Considered to be a perfect location for nature lovers, this falls is 180 ft high. Owing to the existence of various minerals in the water of this fall, taking a bath in this fall is stimulating. In addition, this fall also serves as a halting point for vehicles and tourists as there are many shops dotted around, which sell fruits and other forest products.
Coaker’s Walk
Coaker’s Walk, discovered in 1872, has been named after Lt. Coaker. Located on the southern slopes of this beautiful hill station, Coaker’s Walk is a paradise for nature lovers. This place is recognised for its long winding paths, forests and flowers present.
The major attraction of this place is the Telescope House that offers a beautiful view of the valley and its close towns. Tourists visiting this place are requisite to purchase a ticket for entering Coaker’s Walk. The ideal time to make a visit to Coaker’s Walk is before 2:30 in the afternoon. This is because after 2:30 pm, the mist starts setting all over by the late afternoon.
Dolphin’s Nose
Dolphin’s Nose, perched at an altitude of 6,600 ft, is placed at a distance of few km from the main city of Kodaikanal. The place is one of the main attractions of the destination as it offers bird’s eye view of the beautiful landscape of the hilly region. Endowed with the scenic beauty, the best time to make a visit to Dolphin’s Nose extends from the month of October to March.
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