Kodaikanal Lake

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Hey, do you want to see the Magnificent Man- made lake? If yes then you must visit this beautiful and mind blowing lake while on a trip to Kodiakanal hill station! Here, you will have a panoramic view of the lake, which makes an unforgettable memory in your mind. It is also known as Kodai Lake. It is a manmade lake, which is located in the Kodaikanal city in the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu state, India. The Kodaikanal hill station is one of the ever-charming little hill stations in India. In the Tamil Language Kodaikanal means a Gift of the forests. This hill station is also honored as the Queen of the Hill stations. In the year 1845, Kodaikanal hill station was established and the local economy of the city was based on the hospitality industry, which serves the tourism.

Kodaikanal is a hill station in Tamil Nadu, which mesmerizes tourists with its tranquility and stunning beauty. However, the pride of Kodiakanal hill station is the Kurinji Flower. Kurinji Flower blossoms only once in 12 years that gives an ethereal beauty to the hill ranges of Kodaikanal. One will find the Kodaikanal hill station to be bestowed with all forms of beauty by nature, natural majestic hills, mighty rocks, beautiful waterfalls, serene lake, lush flora and fauna, fruit orchards and many more wonders of nature to gape at. However, these specialties make the hill station as one of the most popular hill stations in South India. This hill station makes a popular romantic destination for newlyweds. There are many places to visit at Kodaikanal hill station, which includes Berijam Lake, Bryant Lake, Shenbaganur Museum, Boat club, Kodaikanal Lake, Coaker's walk and many more. The Kodaikanal Lake has immensely contributed towards the beauty and attraction of the picturesque Hill station.

Kodaikanal Lake is located at a distance of near about three kms form the main bus stand of the city. However, the present glamour of the lake owes to Vera Levinge. He was the person, who transformed the marshy lakes side into the most spectacular lake view. Vera Levinge has also strengthen the banks of lake and brought the beautiful boats to Kodaikanal lake. Kodaikanal Lake is situated at an altitude of near about 2285 meters. If one observes the lake from height, the shape of lake can be seen in the form of star. The lake covers an area of about 60 acres. While moving around the Kodai lake, one can also trek or drive along the beautiful lake. The borders of lake are well maintained with road.

Kodaikanal Lake is a hot bed of fun. This lake also offers leisure activities such as boating, and fishing. Moreover, one can also enjoy a horse ride while on the shores of the lake. One can also do cycling around the Kodaikanal Lake. You can also just sit on the edge of the lake and observe the paradiscial view of the lake. Mainly, children enjoy a lot and become happy by viewing the beautiful lake and its greeneries.

However, standing by the Kodaikanal Lake and watching the sunset would be an unforgettable experience in your life. So just, go and enjoy the panoramic view of the charismatic Kodaikanal Lake!