Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal : The Princess Of Hill Stations

Best Time of Visit

November to February

Ideal Duration for Visit

2 Days

Average Budget

INR 2000/- PER PERSON

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Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal : The Princess Of Hill Stations

Best Time of Visit

November to February

Ideal Duration for Visit

2 Days

Average Budget

INR 2000/- PER PERSON

Planning Toolkit

Summer

The greatest time to visit Kodaikanal is during the summer, which lasts from March to early May and has temperatures ranging from 21°C to 37°C.

Monsoon

From the end of June to the beginning of August, the monsoon arrives in Kodaikanal, bringing with it considerable rainfall. Needless to say, the lush greenery is at its peak during the monsoons, making it a major hit with photographers.

Winter

November to February are the winter months in Kodaikanal. During these months, the temperature fluctuates from 9 to 16 degrees Celsius.

Kurinji

Kurinji, or Strobilanthes kunthiana, is a rare flowering plant found in the Kodai Lake watershed area. The flower is reported to only bloom once every 12 years. The tourist who gets to view Kurinji is really fortunate.

What exactly is an Irishman doing in Tamil Nadu?

The Kodai Lake was built by Sir Vere Henry Levinge, the Collector of Madurai at the time.

Devil's Kitchen

The Guna caverns became famous after the Tamil film "Guna." Because of three massive rocks known as Pillar Rocks, it was once known as Devil's Kitchen.

Main source of drinking water

Berijam Lake, 20 kilometres from Kodaikanal, is surrounded by natural things. It has become the inhabitants' primary supply of drinking water.

By Rentals

You may rent mountain bikes from many bicycle booths surrounding the lake if you think you're fit enough to take on the slopes.

By Taxis

Although auto-rickshaws are not allowed in this area, taxis are available to transport you to other tourist attractions.

Population

86,822

Literacy Rate

89.30 %

Elevation

2300 m

Languages

Tamil and English