Kodaikanal is one of the most popular hill resorts in India. It is located in upper Palani Hills near Madurai in Tamil Nadu. With its rocks, woods, trees, lovely lake and bracing air, Kodaikanal is an ideal hill resort for the tourists. The climates have been gorgeous. Kodaikanal is among the few hill stations in India that were not developed by the British. t is because of the Kurinji flower, the hills are known as Nilgiris. It is a lovely place for trekking enthusiasts. They have large number of hotels and resorts the food have been mixed with chiense,south Indian and multi cuisine. There is also the beautiful Kodai Lake famous for its natural beauty. A boat ride in this lake can also be a best in life. The best time to visit Kodaikanal is during the time between the months of March to June at the time of October climate very chilly.

Kodai is situated at an altitude of about 2,133-m high and covers an area of 21.48-sq-km. Berijam lake, one of the best lake in Kodai kannal. Kodaikanal is located in the Didingul district of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is on the southern crest of the Palani hills about 120 kilometers away from Madurai. The most attractive fact about Kodaikanal location is its position at an elevation of 2100 meters above sea level. The town is surrounded by rocky hills, waterfalls, large number of garden and trees and wooded slopes on all sides. The location of Kodaikanal is very much attracted to many tourists to this place. It is located about 120 kilometers away from Madurai, towards the North West. Its distance from Chennai is about 510 kilometers. The distance between Kodaikanal and Coimbatore is about 262 kilometers. Bangalore is about 615 kilometers away from Kodaikanal. The nearest airport to Kodaikanal in South India is the one located in Madurai. This airport is well linked with others important cities of India. Kodai kannal has a railway station of its own. To reach the hill station by train one needs to get down at the Kodai railway station, which is about 80 kilometers away from the town, from there they regular bus service also.