Whenever it is hot, the people of North India like to go to South India for roaming. In South India, you will find more than one beautiful place to visit, one of which is Kodaikanal. This place is situated in the middle of the Palani Hills of the Western Ghats, about 120 km from the city of Madurai. Kodaikanal was built by British bureaucrats and American Christian monasteries. This tourist destination of South India is also known as "Princess Hill Station". The climate of Kodaikanal makes this place special for tourists. Graceful valleys amidst dense forests, clouds flying under the peaks, and far-flung Balkhati trails which make this area as beautiful as heaven. Today in this episode, we are going to tell you about the famous places of Kodaikanal which become an attraction here. Let's know about them...

Kodaikanal Lake
The view of the Kodaikanal Lake from above looks mind-blowing. This lake is a great destination for tourists. Kodaikanal Lake situated on the Pailani Hills ranges is free for Salanio. The Kurinji flowers blooming here are the biggest attraction of the lake which blooms only once in a year but when these flowers bloom then the views around the lake are worth seeing. Let us tell you that this lake, located at a distance of 3 kilometers from Kodai Bus Stand, remains open from 6 in the morning to 5 in the evening.

Dolphin nose
Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint is a tourist spot located 12 km from Coonoor in the Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu. The place gets its name from the flat, raised rock outcrop that is shaped like a dolphin's nose. But it is more famous for its spectacular views than its size. Dolphin's Nose is 10 km from Coonoor, over 1,550 meters above sea level, and is a great place to visit. It is one of the best Kodaikanal tourist places. Reaching this place requires a 3 km long trek of moderate level through the deodar and rocks of Palani Hill Range. Echo Point is the finishing line of Dolphins Nose. Another climb up the rocky path will take you to Echo Point, but it is not for the faint-hearted.

Cokers walk
Visiting Cokers Walk is one of the most enjoyable experiences for the people of the city. The tourists coming here enjoy driving in the mountain area. If you want to be exposed to the beauty of the earth, then you must go once on the journey of Cokers Walk. Although it becomes foggy and scary in the winter season, there is no other option for its beauty. Kodaikanal Lake is less than 1 km away from Coaker's Walk. Coaker's Walk is open for tourists from 7 am to 7 pm.

Kukkal Caves
You can visit Kukkal Caves in two ways. Firstly, you can visit them as a destination, or you can visit them as a starting point for your Kodai Palani trek. Kukkal Caves are beautiful and are usually considered the starting point for treks. These caves have incredible historical significance as they were once inhabited by a tribe. Today, it is an archaeological site, so if you are a history lover, Kukkal Caves is a must-visit in Kodaikanal.

Silver Cascade Waterfall
About 8 km before Kodaikanal town, seeing the queues of vehicles and the crowd of tourists on both sides of the road. Before you can make sense of the point, you may be surprised to see a waterfall falling from a great height on the right at a turn. Looking at the water stream of the 'Silver Cascade' waterfall, it looks like a lot of molten silver flowing down at once. You are falling For this reason it was named 'Silver Cascade'. What is the joy of walking among the views surrounded by high hills and looking at the beauty of the plains below? You can feel it by coming here. From here down in the valley, pieces of clouds sometimes become happy to see tourists taking selfies amid dense fog.

Green Valley View
The Green Valley View offers a breathtaking view of the plains, deep valleys, and hills. It is located at a distance of 5 km from Kodaikanal Lake. The breathtaking view of Vaigai Dam is an unforgettable experience. Green Valley View is also known as Suicide Point because it is a dangerous valley that is more than 5000 feet deep. The best time to witness the views of the valley is between 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, as the valley gets covered with mist as the day progresses, making it difficult to get a clear view. Green Valley View not only offers a gorgeous view. It is also famous because it is surrounded by a lot of shops that offer a wide range of homemade chocolates, jewelry, and flowers.

Bryant Park
Many tourists who are fond of gardening come to visit Bryant Park. This place related to education, picnic, and horticulture is known as an attractive tourist palace. Various species of plants and shrubs are found here. Bryant Park is one of the few sites to preserve Green Roses. The Vagwani festival held in May is an attraction here. Tourists are allowed to roam here from 9 am to 6 pm.

Vattakanali
As night falls, one of the best places for you to rest your head and rejuvenate your body is Vattakanal. Located just 3 km from Kodaikanal, Vattakanal is a small village known for its delicious cafes and appreciation/representation of hippie culture. Enjoy your night's stay and indulge in a variety of delicious food items at the local eateries to prepare yourself for your next day's adventure.

Pine forest
Pine Forest is a beautiful place to visit in Kodaikanal, which looks like a painting. Along with its attractive colors, the whole environment looks spectacular. After coming here, it seems that you have come to some other planet. Kodaikanal Pine Forest is open from 10 am to 6 pm and there is no entry fee to visit it.

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