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   Berijam Lake View

   This place provides a panoramic landscape view of Berijam Lake and is located just before one    reaches the lake. This viewpoint is 19 kms from Kodaikanal Lake.

   Bryant Park

   This park is situated on the eastern side of the lake. It is famous for it's flowers, hybrids and    grafts. Cut flowers are exported from here. A glass house which shelters a wide variety of    flowers    can be seen here. The Flower Show is conducted every year during May ,as part of    the Summer    Festival.

   Chettiar Park

   Tucked away in the northeastern part of the town, on the way to Kurinji Andavar Temple, the    Chettiar Park is a charming place to stop by.

   Coaker's Walk

   The hill edged pathway was identified by Er. Coaker in 1872. About a kilometer from the lake    Coaker's walk runs along a steep slope on the southern side of Kodai. It offers some of the    best views of the plains. Entry fee is collected here.

   Fairy Falls

   A delightful picnic spot just 5 kms away from the Kodai Lake. There is a beautiful waterfall here.

   Green Valley View

   It is about 5.5 Kms from the Lake and very near to the Golf Club. This point command a    beautiful view of the entire valley which is very deep, dense and dangerous. This place was    once known as "suicide point".

   Kurinji Poo (Flower)

   It is flowering once in 12 years. Last flowered in the year 1992. During that period the honey of    this place is more good for health.

   Kurinji Andavar Temple

   The temple, situated 3 kms from the lake, is dedicated to Lord Murugan. This temple is    associated with the Kurinji flowers which blooms once in 12 years. Kurinji also means hill    region in Tamil literature and "Andavar" means God. Hence Lord Muruga is referred to as the    God of the Hill here. From this temple one can have a pleasant view of Palani and Vaigai dam.

   Lake

   The 24 hectare lake skirted by a 5kms long block for road, is the focal point of Kodai. This lake    was created in 1863 by Sir Vere Henry Levinge (1819-1885) who was previously the collector of    Madurai , who retired and settled in Kodai. He constructed the bund to form a lake and stocked    the lake with fish. He bought the first boat from Tuticorin. In 1890, a boat club was formed and    members of the club set sail.. In 1910 a new boat house was constructed. The boat service was    opened to the public and tourists as well in 1932. Ph : 04542-242045.

   Moir Point

   Moir Point provides a lovely view of the valley. It is just 3 kms from the Pillar Rock - Berijam    Lake road.

   Pillar Rocks

   Three boulders stand here, shoulder to shoulder, vertically measuring 122 metres, providing a    majestic sight. Pillars Rock is 7.4 kms from the lake. It has a mini garden with lovely flowers.

   Shenbaganur Museum

   The museum is maintained by the Sacred Heart College a Theological Seminary founded in    1895. It is devoted to preserving certain archaeological remains and the flora and fauna of the    hills.One of the best Orchidarinams in the country, over 300 species of exotic orchids are    housed here. Father Ugarthe, a Spaniard contributed his many private collections to the    Museum. Entrance fee    is Rs1/- per head. Visiting hours 10 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. and 3 p.m. to    5 p.m.

   Solar Physical Observatory

   It is situated 32 kms from the lake. This Observatory was founded in 1989. Located at an    elevation of 2343 metres, this observatory is the highest point in Kodai. Visitors can observe the    stars and planets. Check out visiting hours and make prior appointment. Ph : 4542-240214-17.

   Silent Valley View

   Just a little away from the Pillar Rock-Berijam Lake Road is the Silent Valley View which    provides  a breathtaking view of Silent Valley

   Silver Cascade

   It is 8 kms from Kodai lake. The overflow of Kodai lake comes down here as a 180 feet high    waterfall. Those interested can have a bath here.

   Telescope House

   The Telescope house at Coaker's Walk was constructed to enable visitors to have a panoramic    view of the valley and nearby towns. A fee is collected to use the telescope.

   Kukal Caves
   Located at 40 KM from Kodaikanal. It is a favourite camping site for trekking.
   Perumal Peak

   About 11KM from Kodaikanal, is a trekkers delight. Climbers begin their ascent from the    Neutral Saddle.

 

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