Kodaikanal -- Princess of Hills

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Kodaikanal -- Princess of Hills

Kodaikanal - India

Kodaikanal is a hill town in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Nestled amidst the rolling slopes of the Palani Hills, Kodaikanal stands at an altitude of 7200 feet above sea level, once you visit this hill station, you will find that every bit of what you have imagined it to be is real. It’s set in an area of granite cliffs, forested valleys, lakes, waterfalls and grassy hills. At 2,000 meters above sea level, the town centers around man-made, star-shaped Kodaikanal Lake, bordered by evergreen forest. 

Rowing boats can be hired, and hikers and cyclists follow the 5k Lake Road path around the shore. Kodaikanal is a place you can go to take a break from the rigors of daily city life, and this hill station lets you sit back and connect with nature as you head out on biking or trekking trails or take a stroll through the vast forests surrounding the town.


Tourist Places to Visit in Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal Lake, Silver Cascade Falls, Bryant Park, Dolphins Nose, Green Valley View, Kodaikanal Solar Observatory, Thalaiyar Falls, Berijam Lake, Canopy Hill, Pambar Falls, Coakers Walk and many more. Loaded with charm, Kodaikanal is a hill town in Tamil Nadu.


Kodaikanal Overview


Green Valley View (Suicide Point)
Green Valley View (Suicide Point)


Green Valley View (Suicide Point)











Formerly known as Suicide point, the Green Valley View offers a breathtaking view of the plains, deep valleys and hills. The mesmerizing view of the Vaigai Dam is an unforgettable experience. It used to be known as suicide point because of the dangerous valley which is dense and deep; below the point of more than 5000 feet drop.


Kodai Lake


Kodai Lake


Kodai Lake














Kodaikanal Lake is a man-made lake in the Kodaikanal city which is also known as Kodai Lake. Vera Levinge was the man responsible for the creativity and resources of this lake amidst Kodaikanal town. The star-shaped lake is centrally located in Kodaikanal and is surrounded by the rich green Palani Hills Range the main watershed for the lake.


Bear Shola Falls

Bear Shola Falls




Bear Shola Falls


The Bear Shola Falls is a popular tourist spot in the region. This cascade is a seasonal attraction which comes to life in its fullest during the monsoons, when the water flows down from the hilltop making its way through the verdant greenery of the region. An interesting legend behind the unique name of this place is that it was a favorite haunt of a bear who used to frequent this water body to drink water, hence imparting it the name Bear Shola Falls. A visit to this area will bring one up close and personal with many common and rare species of animals and plants.


Dolphin's Nose

Dolphin's Nose


The Dolphin's Nose viewpoint in Kodaikanal is based on a flat, protruding piece of rock that is shaped like a dolphin's nose. This forms a visible cliff at the height of 6,600 feet, where you can experience Kodaikanal at its best - plunging valleys, rugged terrain, clear skies, and the splendor of green. Reaching this spot requires a moderate level 3 km long trek through the pines and rocks of the Palani Hill Range. It is possible to explore a nearby waterfall and a local village along the way. 

Bryant Park


Bryant Park


Bryant Park


Bryant Park


Coakers Walk

Coakers Walk


Coakers Walk

Coakers Walk


Guna Cave

Guna Cave


Guna Cave


Guna Cave

Pine Forest

Pine Forest


Pine Forest


Pine Forest


Silver Cascade Falls

Silver Cascade Falls



Silver Cascade Falls


How to reach Kodaikanal?

Located around 120 km away, Madurai Airport serves as the nearest airport to Kodaikanal. Daily flights from Chennai, Bangalore, Trichy and Mumbai arrive here. On arrival at the airport, passengers can board a cab or local train to reach Kodaikanal.

Most of the trains run from the Chennai Egmore Station to the Kodaikanal Road Station. The fastest of these trains is the Tambaram- Nagercoil 06055 which is a one-way, special fare train that runs only on Fridays. This train takes approximately 6 hours and 10 minutes to reach Kodaikanal from Chennai.


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