Kodaiknal Lake:
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Short Overview:
Kodaikanal is artificial lake situated at Kodaikanal city. This Lake is one of the most hygienic place & provides great relief from summer . This lake is also known as Kodai Lake. The lake is starshaped, centrally located in the town of Kodaikanal and is surrounded by lush green hills of the northwestern Palani Hills range, which is the main watershed for the lake
Kodaikanal is popular for pleasant boating.
Long Overview:
Kodai Lake is a manmade lake located in the Kodaikanal city. Sir Vere Henry Levinge, the then Collector of Madurai, was instrumental in creating the lake in 1863, amidst the Kodaikanal town which was developed by the British and early missionaries from USA. The lake is said to be Kodaikanal's most popular tourist attraction. The lake is starshaped and is surrounded by lush green hills. Kurinji (Strobilanthes kunthiana), a unique flowering plant is reported from the catchment area of the Lake. It is reported that this flower last bloomed in 2004 and that it blooms once in 12 years. Hillplantain fruits and plums are popular in the area. Boating at the Kodai Lake is a must when on holiday in Kodaikanal. Over the yearsa boat club, boathouse and boat service for the public and tourists has become fully functional and is of aesthetic significance for tourism.
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