Kodaikanal Tour

The American missionaries set up Kodaikanal in the year 1845 to escape the unfriendly climatic conditions and the Malarial epidemic. Located in the state of Tamil Nadu, it is one of the most frequented hill stations in the southern peninsular India. The cool retreat of Kodaikanal is located at an elevation of 2,100 metres above sea level and remains punctuated with waterfalls and cascades.


Climate & Best Time for Kodaikanal Tour
Kodaikanal enjoys a pleasant climate all the year round. The temperature during summer ranges between 20 degrees and 11 degrees centigrade while the winter temperature shows a variation between 17 degrees and 8 degrees centigrade. Average rainfall at Kodaikanal measures 1650 mm. The ideal time to make a trip here is either between April and June or from September to October.

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Kodaikanal Tourism Attractions
» Coaker's Walk : Just at a distance of 1 km from the Kodai Lake is a popular spot called Coaker's Walk. The place is named after Lieutenant Coaker who is accredited with preparing the map of Kodai. From upon this verdant wooded slope, you can have stunning views of the plains below.

» Bryant Park : It's a great place to wind up and uplift your spirits. The bar serves choicest of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Interact with the like-minded travellers here and indulge in merrymaking to your capacity.

» Kurinji Andavar Temple : The temple is positioned at a distance of 3.2 km from the lake. Erected in 1936 by a European lady, the temple is named after the exotic Kurinji flower that blossoms in the Kodai Hills every 12 years. It is dedicated to Sri Kurinji Easware or Lord Murugan.

» Pillar Rocks : These four rocks that seem to touch the sky are a big attraction for tourists here. These mist-laden rocks can also be viewed through a telescope from upon the Coaker's Walk. They rise to a height of more than 120 metres.


Activities to Do in Kodaikanal
Having a plentiful supply of greenery, Kodaikanal offers wonderful nature walks and trekking options. Apart from that you can indulge in boating along the scenic Kodai Lake. You can also get to the popular vantage points to have some wonderful views of the valley and the hills. Shopping at Kodaikanal can also result in getting some interesting souvenirs.

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Accommodation Options in Kodaikanal
Staying at Kodaikanal can be an experience too. The resorts and hotels located around the Kodai Lake come along with all the luxurious furnishings and world class amenities. Some of these include the Carlton Hotel, Kodai International Hotel, Kodai Resort, Kodai Lakeview etc.


Getting There
Madurai at 120 km is the closest airport from Kodaikanal. From Madurai, one can either choose the rail route or the roadways to get to Kodaikanal. Palani and Kodai Road are the convenient railway stations from where it is just a 3-hour drive to the hill station. Tourists can avail of regular bus services from here to places like Bangalore, Chennai, Madurai, Kanyakumari, Coimbatore, Trichy etc.