kodaikanal tourist places

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Dolphn's Noise
It is about 8 Kms from the lake. This is a flat projecting rock from where one can have a look at the view of the Yawning Chasm below.

The Perumal Peak
It is 2,440 metres high and is about 11.3 Kms from Kodaikanal. The climb begins from a point known as Neutral Saddle (Perumal Mallai Village).

kodai Lake
The lake is situated at 10 deg 14' n latitude and 77 deg 28' longitude at an elevation of 2285m above sea level. The lake is spread over 60 acres and surrounded by fine tarred road of 5 kms length, the maximum depth in 1962 was 11.5m but it is now about 9m due to siltation. The average depth is 3.0m

Moier Point
A lovely view of the valley can be seen, which is 3 Kms from Pillar Rock to Berijam lake road.

Fairy Falls
A delightful picnic spot which is 1.6 Kms from the lake. This can be reached through an artistic bathing basic.

Chettiar Park
A neat little part off the beaten tract is in North-East corner of the town, on the way to Kurinji Andavar temple.

Green Valley View
It is about 5.5 Kms from the lake. It commands a beautiful view of the entire Vaigai Dam. As the valley is very deep and dangerous, this place was once called as "Suicide Point".

Silent Valley View
From Pillar Rock to Berijam lake road, this Silent Valley View gives a thrilling valley view. Children may be allowed to see only with precautionary defense steps.

Kukkal Caves
Once the habitat of cavemen, it is now a favorite camping site ideal for trekking. It is 40 Kms from Kodaikanal.

Dolmen Circle
It is 18 kms from the lake. Pre-historic remains are to be seen here.  Original burial urns unearthed in this region and models of dolmens may be seen in Shenbaganur museum.

Solar Physical Observatory
Its elevation is 2343 meters. It was founded in 1989 at the top most point in Kodai. Visitors are allowed to closely observe the stars, planetary movements during visiting hours and on prior appointments.