Kodaikanal
Kodaikanal, in Tamil means 'Gift of the Forest,' and a gift it truly is to mankind. Tucked in the Western Ghats of Tamil Nadu, Kodaikanal is a hill station that can be visited all year round. Even in the summer months, especially in June, it's a delight to be here. The pleasant, breezy days offer the perfect opportunity for outdoor activities such as sightseeing, trekking and hiking.
Located at 2,133 meters above sea level, Kodaikanal is also home to the rare Kurunji Flowers that bloom once in 12 years. The hill station is home to meadows, grasslands and a thick forest cover consisting of eucalyptus, cypress, acacia and pear trees
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Kodaikanal was established in 1845 as a refuge from the high temperatures and tropical diseases of the plains.[4] Much of the local economy is based on the hospitality industry serving tourism. As of 2011, the city had a population of 36,501.
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