Although cities have their own charm, long days within rows of concrete houses that block out the beauty of the sky, evenings filled with television and roads with sparse greenery peppered with drifts of hot dust, can sap our energy and leave us longing for the simplicity and serenity of the outdoors.
Kodaikanal in Tamil Nadu recharges your body, mind, heart and soul. This hill station has a pleasant, cool climate that allows you to take treks along forested paths, sip on tea as you take in the enchanting vistas and sight the indigenous wildlife that make the hills their home. Sightseeing in Kodaikanal is a delight for naturalists with a plethora of natural wonders that will leave you speechless. If you love lakes, Kodai Lake, Berijam Lake and Mannavanur Lake are azure slices of heaven with glistening water that reflects the creamy clouds on its surface and lotus blossoms unfurling their petals during the summer season. You can skip rocks across the water or pack a picnic to have on its green banks as you take in the gorgeous vista.
Sightseeing in Kodaikanal is incomplete without languorous treks to viewing points that will treat you to misty hued valleys and carpets of dense greenery. Dolphin’s Nose is a popular point that is known for its unique snub nose shape that resembles the snout of a dolphin and unveils views of rugged terrain, grassy slopes and towering trees. Uncover the mysterious secrets of the Guna Caves or gaze at the massive pillar rocks that mark the entrance.
From activities to leisure, sightseeing in Kodaikanal is sure to leave you enthralled, beckoning you to revisit the ‘Kashmir of India’ again and again.
‘The Princess of the Hills’ encompasses the best that nature has to offer and sightseeing here can satisfy your craving for trekking, boating, lush gardens and lakes.
Here are some of the top sightseeing places in Kodaikanal that gives this hill station its unique flavor.
Edging the Guna Caves, Pillar Rocks are massive chunks of stone that contour this majestic cliff, reaching a height of 400 feet. According to legend, there was once a white cross here that was a symbol of love left by a couple but this has long been lost due to...
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Like its name suggests, these waterfalls gush forth in an awe-inspiring spout of silvery drops from a height of 180 ft that captures the attention of any tourists that frequent the region. The waterfalls were created from the outflow of water that comes from Kodaikanal Lake and flows over a...
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Constructed in 1972 by Lieutenant Coaker, this 1 km stretch of paved road is situated high in the hill station of Kodaikanal. The walk gives you a beautiful glimpse of the valleys, rivers and plateaus below and is well-known for its stunning view of the sunrise or sunsets during the...
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A manmade lake created in 1863, Kodai Lake is considered to be the hill stations most popular geographic landmark and a key tourist attraction. The lake blends in perfectly with its surroundings and lotus blossoms dot its gleaming surface during hot, rainy seasons. If you love boating, you’ll find plenty...
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An iconic viewpoint, Dolphin’s Nose gets its name from its unique shape that resembles the blunt snout of a dolphin. Situated at an altitude of 6600 feet, Dolphin’s Nose gives you beautiful views of craggy terrain, blue skies, plunging valleys and luxuriant forests. The entire route is 3 km long...
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Edging the Guna Caves, Pillar Rocks are massive chunks of stone that contour this majestic cliff, reaching a height of 400 feet. According to legend, there was once a white cross here that was a symbol of love left by a couple but this has long been lost due to...
Read more
Like its name suggests, these waterfalls gush forth in an awe-inspiring spout of silvery drops from a height of 180 ft that captures the attention of any tourists that frequent the region. The waterfalls were created from the outflow of water that comes from Kodaikanal Lake and flows over a...
Read more
Constructed in 1972 by Lieutenant Coaker, this 1 km stretch of paved road is situated high in the hill station of Kodaikanal. The walk gives you a beautiful glimpse of the valleys, rivers and plateaus below and is well-known for its stunning view of the sunrise or sunsets during the...
Read more
A manmade lake created in 1863, Kodai Lake is considered to be the hill stations most popular geographic landmark and a key tourist attraction. The lake blends in perfectly with its surroundings and lotus blossoms dot its gleaming surface during hot, rainy seasons. If you love boating, you’ll find plenty...
Read more
An iconic viewpoint, Dolphin’s Nose gets its name from its unique shape that resembles the blunt snout of a dolphin. Situated at an altitude of 6600 feet, Dolphin’s Nose gives you beautiful views of craggy terrain, blue skies, plunging valleys and luxuriant forests. The entire route is 3 km long...
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