Tourist Places in KOD A I K ANAL (Tamil Nadu) –Telescopic Houses
Telescopic Houses: There are two telescopic houses at this place; one is near Kurinji Andavar temple and another at Coaker’s Park. Continue reading
Telescopic Houses: There are two telescopic houses at this place; one is near Kurinji Andavar temple and another at Coaker’s Park. Continue reading
Astro Physical Laboratory: Situated at an altitude of 2347 metres, the highest point, it was founded in 1899 for the study of Solar Astro Physics. Continue reading
Kurinji Andavar Temple: An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Subramanya as Muruga, which is a popular place of worship. Ideally situated on one point of the Hill, one can survey the southern plains including the Vaigai Dam. Continue reading
Orchid Museum: Known as Shembaganur Museum, it was founded by the Sacred Heart College, a Theological Seminary, in 1895. This remarkable house is having more than 309 species of Orchids. This is a popular place for botanists and garden enthusiasts. Continue reading
Pillar Rocks: Deriving the name from the three boulders standing shoulder to shoulder vertically to a height of 122 metres, providing a panoramic view, this place is a popular picnic spot. Continue reading
Bryant Park: Situated on the eastern side of the lake is a beautiful park where periodical flower and horticultural shows are held. Continue reading
Coaker’s Walk: A picturesque walk running along a steep slope on the southern side of the hills. It provides an excellent view of the plains below. Continue reading
Kodaikanal Lake: The star shaped Lake spread over an area of 24 hectares is the main attraction of this hill station. Fishing and boating are the main sports here. Continue reading
KOD AIK ANAL 120 kms. from Madurai, 135 kms. from Coimbatore. 80 kms. from Kodai Road railway station. 64 kms. from Palani railway station. One of the finest hill stations in India known as the Princess of Hill Stations, Kodaikanal is noted for its sunny and equable climate and for… Continue reading
Sankaran Kovil: 45 kms. from Srivilliputtur. Said to have been built by .Vikrama Pandyan, the unique feature of this temple is that the deity in the shrine is called as Sankaranarayana, a synthesis of Shaivism and Vaishnavism. Half of the main idol has the features of Shiva as Sankara, while… Continue reading