A charming south Indian hill resort. Natural splendours have been harnessed to give the town its major attractions. The Kodai Lake with a landscaped garden, the Silver Cascade Waterfalls, the Botanical Gardens are picturesque corners in and around the town. The more energetic can explore the very walkable trails among the 'shola' forests surrounding the town. Those less inclined can opt for the Coaker's Walk offering a spectacular view of the surroundings.

BASICS

STD Code: 04542.

Rail: Kodai Road and Palani, from Chennai.
Road: Major Distances:
Kodai Road-- 85 kilometres
Palani-- 65 kilometres
Madurai-- 120 kilometres

Accommodation: Verify hotel check-out hours; most have an early check-out hour. Avoid touts. Hotels are plentiful.
Hotel Sunrise (Tel: 40358), Yagapa Lodge (Tel: 41235), Taj Villa (Tel: 40940), Hotel Astoria (Tel: 40524), Hilltop Towers (Tel: 40413), Valley View Hotel (Tel: 40181), Carlton Hotel (Tel: 40056).

Local Transport: Absence of rickshaws gives taxi drivers the benefit of settling the rates. Bicycles are available on hire.

Contact: Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation
Hotel Tamil Nadu, Kodaikanal-624 101.
Tel: 41336.