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Kodaikanal

Dindigul, Tamil Nadu 2085m
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About Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal is a hill station in the Palani Hills of Dindigul district, officially promoted around its lake, viewpoints, forests and cool climate. The district listing places it at about 7,200 ft, with common approaches from Madurai, Dindigul and Kodai Road.

💡Why Visit?

Visit Kodaikanal for misty viewpoints, lake walks, forest drives, village extensions and a slower Tamil Nadu hill-station break.

Languages
TamilEnglishHindi
#kodai-lake#coakers-walk#pillar-rocks#mist#dindigul

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3 Days

Quick Facts

RegionTamil Nadu
CountryIndia
Altitude2085m
Budget Stay₹1,600/night
Budget Food₹400/day

🌡️ Weather & Best Time

Best months: Feb

Sep · Drizzle

This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 12°C to 19°C annually. Best visited during Feb. Avoid travel in Oct due to heavy rainfall.

Temperature range (°C)
Sep
☀️Drizzle
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Temperature12° – 19°C
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Rainfall188mm
💡Okay
💡Moderate — expect frequent rain
Quality:Best timeGoodOkayColdAvoid

⚠️ Avoid travelling in Oct due to extreme conditions.

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Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo

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Where to Stay

🎒 Deluxe
₹1,600/night
  • Budget hotels near the lake/bus stand
  • Simple homestays
🏨 Premium
₹3,700/night
  • Family resorts
  • Comfort cottages
✨ Luxury
₹9,500/night
  • Premium hill resorts
  • Private villas with valley views
⛺ Camping available · ₹1,500/night

Local Cuisine

⭐ Tamil mealsTamil
⭐ Homemade chocolatesLocal
Filter coffeeTamil
Parotta with kurmaTamil