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Kodaikanal
India
is about 60 km from Dindigul and 120 km from Madurai. It is located amidst
the Palani hills at an altitude of 2133 m in the Western Ghats. This
'Princess of Hill Stations' was discovered by the American missionaries in
1845. Surrounded by thickly wooded slopes, mighty rocks, cascading
waterfalls and fragrant colorful flowers, Kodiakanal Tours India offers some
breathtaking views of the plains below. The indegenious Kurinji-flower which
blooms once in 12 years is the asset of Kodaikanal. The hill station is also
home to educational institutions of international recognition. It is a nice
place to escape from the heat of the tropical summer
Attractions in Kodaikanal Tours India & Kodaikanal City Tamilnadu
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Kodai Lake - This artificial lake was created in 1820 by Vele Leving,
the then collecter of Madurai. It is a star-shaped lake covering vast
landscape of over 24 hectares. It is a nice experience to stroll along the
banks of the lake. Boating and fishing is enjoyed here by the visitors much.
» Shenbaganur Musuem - It is located about 5.5 kms
from Kodai lake. This flora and fauna museum also houses some of the
archaelogical remains and is maintained by the Sacred Heart College. Also
located here is the Orchidorium containing about 300 hundred species of
orchids.
» Dolphin's Nose - It is 8 km from the Kodai lake
and is plateau with steep chasms on either side. This vantage point projects
over deep gorges.
» Telescope House - Two telescopes are erected in
two different viewpoints in Kodaikanal to have a panoromic view of the
valley and nearby plains. Telescope are installed at Coaker's Walk and near
the Kurinji Andavar temple.
Climate - Kodaikanal Travel Tours in South India
Kodaikanal Travel Tours In South India has enjoys pleasant weather throughout the year. The summer
temperature is rarely higher than 19.8ºC with a minimum of 11.3 ºC.
The minimum temperature during winters records 8.3ºC.
How
to reach - Kodaikanal City Tamilnadu
Kodaikanal Travel Tours In South India - It is well connected by road to all important towns of Tamil Nadu.
It is 120 km from Madurai. Buses are available from Chennai, Madurai,
Dindigul and Trichy to Kodaikanal.Those who come by rail have to get down at
Kodai Road Railway Station on the Chennai-Madurai line and take buses from
there. The nearest airport is at Madurai(120 km) from where regular flights
operate for Trichy, Coimbatore and Chennai.
Must Try Out Shopping - Kodaikanal City Tamilnadu
Kodaikanal Tours India has numerous shopping centers and government Emporiums. Best
buys include handloom items and handicrafts made of palm leaf and seashell .
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