Popularly
referred to as the " Princess of
Hill-stations ",
Kodaikanal is perched atop the Southern edge
of the Western Ghats in Tamilnadu, at a height of 6585
ft.
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Kodaikanal
Climate
Kodaikanal enjoys a
temperate sub-tropical climate
down the year. During summers
the average temperature ranges from 11-20 deg.
celsius whereas in winters the temperature drops down to less
than 10 deg. celsius. From Apr-June and
Sep-
Oct would be the
best time to visit Kodaikanal.
Language
Tamil is the widely
spoken language here, but shopkeepers have a working knowledge
of English
, as is common in tourist destinations.
Connectivity
 Nearest
Airport(s):
Madurai
Domestic - approximately 120 kms
Nearest Railway
Station(s):
Kodai
Road - approximately 84
kms
Nearest Bus Stop:
KodaikanalThe star-shaped lake
in Kodai is perhaps the most favoured
hang-out. The lake has a path that surrounds it. Apart from
boating in the
lake, horse riding, cycling, simply
strolling
around the lake is very
relaxing.
Adjacent
to the lake is the botanical garden - Bryant
Park. The Shenbaganur Museum has a
huge collection of over 300 exotic
orchid species and artefacts
of the
ancient Paliyans
tribes.
Other places of
interest include Coakers Walk, Kurinji
Andavar Temple, Kukkal Caves, Pillar
Rocks and Dolphin
Nose.
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