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Welcome to the most picturesque hill station in South India . Come and discover Kodaikanal, world-famous for its natural scenic beauty, flora and fauna and spectacular heritage.  Buy property in kodaikanal, find the best builder in kodaikanal, find the best hotel in Kodaikanal, the best school in kodaikanal, the best restaurant in kodaikanal and more.. Ranked by National Geographic as one of top 5 places in the world for best weather; Kodaikanal is a  hill station in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. Every stay here is sure to be  packed with brilliant moments, sights, adventures and experiences that make a visit truly memorable. You are invited to join us and truly experience the splendor of all that makes Kodaikanal  an amazing place to visit. Plan your break here with great accommodation deals, helpful travel advice and inspiring ideas for what to see and do. This website is devoted to providing its visitors and residents with detailed information about Kodaikanal’s tourism,  kodaikanal hotels, luxury stays, kodaikanal cottages, real estate, natural beauty spots, travel destinations, highly rated accommodation and more. Discover Kodaikanal – the famous hill station of Tamil Nadu - with us. We offer holistic opportunities, helping you to immerse fully in Kodaikanal’s culture,environment and economy.  

This website will help you plan your holiday from start to finish: local transport and accommodation; Kodai’s attractions and treks; volunteering and organic farm experience; schools and businesses. We also offer experienced knowledge on buying land or investing in real estate for holiday villas and eco-building projects, with our Real Estate Management Team giving the resources and networks to achieve this. 
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Located in the hills of the Taluk division of the Dindigul district in the state of Tamil Nadu; Kodaikanal, in the Tamil language means "The Gift of the Forest". It is also referred to as the "Princess of Hill stations" and has a long history as a retreat and popular tourist destination.

Kodaikanal is one of the most popular and  sought after honeymoon and holiday destinations in South India. This hill station stands 7200 feet above sea level and is situated in the upper Palani Hills of the Western Ghats near Madurai.

The cool and pleasant weather of Kodaikanal, the scenic beauty of the rolling hills and the  forest of Kodaikanal and its surroundings will mesmerize any visitor throughout the year. Walk through the wooded forests, row in the lake, bathe in one of the splashing waterfalls, go  horseriding and cycle around the famous man-made lake or simply admire the views that present themselves all across the region.

History of Kodaikanal

The earliest known inhabitants of the surrounding areas of Kodaikanal were primitive tribesmen who left prehistoric artifacts scattered throughout the region. These were recovered by anthropologists who dated some of the remains to as far back as 5000 BC. Such artifacts include dolmens homes which are made of giant slabs of stone and kistaven’s or burial sites.

The major development in Kodaikanal was the emigration of the Kannuvar Vellalans from the Coimbatore plateau during the 14th century. The Kannuvar Vellalans were industrious farmers who used the existing tribesmen as slaves for agriculture. This rule was later exchanged with the Maratha and Muslim rule during the 17th and 18th century. During this time, many people were suffering from the economic sanctions and hardships placed upon the people, forcing large numbers to migrate into the hills. This migration led to the first settlement of Vellagavi in Kodaikanal. This place can be reached by going further down Dolphin's nose trail. 

In 1821 the first European set foot in Kodaikanal. He was Lt. B.S. Ward who was a surveyor for the British government. His central quarters were in the Vellagavi village. The first group of westerners to stay in Kodaikanal were missionary people from Europe and America who wanted to escape the heat in Tamil Nadu which was creating many types of disease and death for the foreigners.

The first notably English residences were built in 1845 by a Dr. Fane along the lake road. This was followed by more construction by the British government. American missionaries also began to settle in the area, and in 1860 the first church was constructed in Kodaikanal. 

This settlement lead to further development, eventually turning Kodai into a place of tourism and retreat for foreign visitors. In 1916, the road from the plains to Kodaikanal was opened after years of planning by the British government.

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