Kodaikanal

The weather and beauty of Kodaikanal will make you refreshed for sure

Key Points
  • Ideal Duration: 1-2 days
  • Best Time: Sep-May
  • Nearest Airport: Mdurai

If you are getting bored from daily routine life its time to take a break. The weather and beauty of Kodaikanal will make you refreshed for sure. In Kodaikanal you will feel yourself connected with nature as you move on bikes or trekking trails or walk through the huge forests spread arround the town. The beautiful mountains and waterfalls make the destination charming and beautiful.

One of the most famous hilly destination is Kodaikanal located in the Dindigul district in the state of Tamil Nadu India. Because of its beautiful hills Kodaikanal also known as The Princess of Hill Stations. The meaning of Kodaikanal in tamil is "The Gift of the Forest". Once we think about Kodaikanal what comes in mind, Beautiful clifs covered by mist, scenic waterfalls, wonderful weather, deep valleys, mountains covered by green grass and beautiful lakes. The town is also one of the famous honeymoon destinations. Here you will find a perfact mixture of culture and nature. Kodaikanal is also known for the rare Kurunji Flower which blooms just once in 12 years.

The Britishers converted this natural destination to a summer holiday retreat in the year 1845. The town is located in the mid of Western Ghats. The Kodaikanal is surrounded by 2 valleys the Parappar and Gundar and is situated at an altitude of around 7200 feet above sea level.

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