Rameshwaram is situated in the Gulf of Munnar, surrounded by the Bay of Bengal on one side and Indian Ocean on the other. The island of Rameshwaram is 52 square kms. in area, represented in the form of the Panchajanya (the conch of Vishnu). In the epics, Rameshwaram is described… Continue reading
PALANI 56 kms. from Dindigul. 119 kms. Madurai 109 kms. from Coimbatore. This is an important and beautiful pilgrim centre in South India. It is one of the six abodes most sacred to Lord Muruga. The temple built atop a 140 metre high hill can be reached either by climbing… Continue reading
Kukkal Caves: (40 kms.) This is a historical place as it is said that it was once a habitat of ancient cavemen. It is now a favourite camp site for trekking. Kodaikanal can be reached by excellent roads. Regular bus services are available from most of the cities in South… Continue reading
Perumal Peak: (11 kms.) This is a 2400 metre high peak offering excellent opportunity for trekking, starting from Perumal Malai village, a point known as Neutral Saddle Continue reading
Beryjam Lake: (21 kms.) This is a beautiful lake which is the chief source of drinking water for Periakulam town. The Bear Shola waterfall is a very popular picnic spot. Continue reading
Water Falls: There are several beautiful water falls around Kodaikanal which are worth visiting. Silver Cascade is situated on the ghat road at a distance of 8 kms. Bear Shola falls is very near and it is an ideal picnic spot. Glen Falls and Fairy Falls also provide excellent views… 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