The Kodai Lake has many interesting facts woven with its beauty. Below are some of them, which can make interesting reading especially if you are planning to travel to Kodaikanal. We are certain that these facts will further make you want to visit this man-made wonder at the earliest.<\/p>\n
The Kodai Lake was built by an Irishman!<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"Kodai](\"https:\/\/www.sterlingholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/kodai-by-the-lake-resort-a-contemporary-new-incarnation.jpg.png\")
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What\u2019s an Irishman doing in Tamilnadu and why would he construct a lake in an Indian state? Sir Vere Henry Levinge, the then Collector of Madurai, is the Irishman, who created the Kodai Lake. As the story goes, he loved Kodai and to encourage tourism, constructed the lake at his own personal expense, which was said to be quite a handsome sum of money. God bless him for creating this beauty!<\/p>\n
Three little streams make the Kodai lake <\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"Kodaikanal-Lake\"](\"https:\/\/www.sterlingholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/Kodaikanal-Lake-Places-to-visit-in-Kodaikanal.jpg\")
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The Kodai lake was a coming together of three little streams. Earlier, before there was the lake, there were these three streams gushing in happiness. A bund was built across the streams to curb the water and create a 4-point star shaped freshwater reservoir. The next time you are there, do make it a point to locate the four points\/corners of the lake and feel good that you retraced the lake\u2019s footprint.<\/p>\n
The first boats at Kodai were specially brought from Tuticorin<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"kodai-lake\"](\"https:\/\/www.sterlingholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Kodai-lake.jpg\")
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The Kodai Lake is a popular boating destination loved by tourists. One of its major attractions are the various Boat Pageants held there. This is perhaps a close resemblance to the Kodai Lake\u2019s Founder \u2013 Sir Levinge\u2019s love for boats \u2013 a classic European kind of love. Back then, it was said, that Sir Levinge brought fine boats to Kodai straight from Tuticorin. Tuticorin was a major port and an important economic location in Tamilnadu.<\/p>\n
Punting in the Kodai Lake was normal. And so was swimming.<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"Punting\"](\"https:\/\/www.sterlingholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Punting.jpg\")
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The Kodai Lake has an interesting history. To add to the other facts, the lake in its early days of being, had people swimming in it. Punting also took place in the lake. This was when the lake was not yet a tourist spot. At that time, residents could not resist the inviting waters of the lake and would go for a swim. Also, just like the punting that went on in the Thames, the Kodai Lake also saw punts. Punts are flat bottom boats used as a means of relaxation and entertainment. Long poles were used to maneuver the boats around back then. \u00a0However, this was stopped decades ago for safety reasons.<\/p>\n
The Lake creates the Silver Cascade Fall<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"Silver](\"https:\/\/www.sterlingholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Silver-Cascade-Falls.jpg\")
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Besides the beauty of the Kodai Lake, there is something else that is a beautiful tourist attraction \u2013 The Silver Cascade, a 180-foot waterfall created from the outflow of the Kodai Lake. Definitely not to be missed.<\/p>\n
The Lake\u2019s depth has reduced over the years<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"kodaikanal_lake\"](\"https:\/\/www.sterlingholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Kodaikanal_Lake-1.jpg\")
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Natural changes. i.e., siltation has led to the reduction of the lake\u2019s depth from 11.5 meters to 9 meters over the years.<\/p>\n
Kurinji\u00a0\u2013 wait and watch! <\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"Kurinji\"](\"https:\/\/www.sterlingholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Kurinji.jpg\")
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Kurinji or Strobilanthes kunthiana, is a unique flowering plant that grows in the catchment area of the Kodai Lake. It is said that the flower blooms once in 12 years. Lucky is the tourist who will get to see the Kurinji.<\/p>\n
Aside from the tourist attractions, Kodaikanal also as amazing food. If you want to know where you can get the best food in Kodaikanal, check out our blog on the top 5 must-try eateries in Kodaikanal<\/a>. Kodaikanal is indeed an amazing place and these factors have added greatly to it\u2019s beauty. Staying here and experiencing all that this hill station has to offer would be perfect for you and your family. While planning your next vacation to Kodaikanal, be sure to stay with us at our resorts; Sterling Kodai Lake<\/a> and Sterling Kodai Valley<\/a> for the best travel experience ever. Hurry and make your reservations now!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Gift of the Forest \u2013 what a lovely title this one is! This title is for none other than Kodaikanal. Kodaikanal is a Tamil word and means \u2018The Gift of the Forest\u2019. Kodaikanal\u2019s beauty is indescribable and over the years, it has become one of the most desired places to visit in India. Kodaikanal…<\/p>\n
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The Kodai lake was a coming together of three little streams. Earlier, before there was the lake, there were these three streams gushing in happiness. A bund was built across the streams to curb the water and create a 4-point star shaped freshwater reservoir. The next time you are there, do make it a point to locate the four points\/corners of the lake and feel good that you retraced the lake\u2019s footprint.<\/p>\n
The first boats at Kodai were specially brought from Tuticorin<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
The Kodai Lake is a popular boating destination loved by tourists. One of its major attractions are the various Boat Pageants held there. This is perhaps a close resemblance to the Kodai Lake\u2019s Founder \u2013 Sir Levinge\u2019s love for boats \u2013 a classic European kind of love. Back then, it was said, that Sir Levinge brought fine boats to Kodai straight from Tuticorin. Tuticorin was a major port and an important economic location in Tamilnadu.<\/p>\n
Punting in the Kodai Lake was normal. And so was swimming.<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
The Kodai Lake has an interesting history. To add to the other facts, the lake in its early days of being, had people swimming in it. Punting also took place in the lake. This was when the lake was not yet a tourist spot. At that time, residents could not resist the inviting waters of the lake and would go for a swim. Also, just like the punting that went on in the Thames, the Kodai Lake also saw punts. Punts are flat bottom boats used as a means of relaxation and entertainment. Long poles were used to maneuver the boats around back then. \u00a0However, this was stopped decades ago for safety reasons.<\/p>\n
The Lake creates the Silver Cascade Fall<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
Besides the beauty of the Kodai Lake, there is something else that is a beautiful tourist attraction \u2013 The Silver Cascade, a 180-foot waterfall created from the outflow of the Kodai Lake. Definitely not to be missed.<\/p>\n
The Lake\u2019s depth has reduced over the years<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
Natural changes. i.e., siltation has led to the reduction of the lake\u2019s depth from 11.5 meters to 9 meters over the years.<\/p>\n
Kurinji\u00a0\u2013 wait and watch! <\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
Kurinji or Strobilanthes kunthiana, is a unique flowering plant that grows in the catchment area of the Kodai Lake. It is said that the flower blooms once in 12 years. Lucky is the tourist who will get to see the Kurinji.<\/p>\n
Aside from the tourist attractions, Kodaikanal also as amazing food. If you want to know where you can get the best food in Kodaikanal, check out our blog on the top 5 must-try eateries in Kodaikanal<\/a>. Kodaikanal is indeed an amazing place and these factors have added greatly to it\u2019s beauty. Staying here and experiencing all that this hill station has to offer would be perfect for you and your family. While planning your next vacation to Kodaikanal, be sure to stay with us at our resorts; Sterling Kodai Lake<\/a> and Sterling Kodai Valley<\/a> for the best travel experience ever. Hurry and make your reservations now!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Gift of the Forest \u2013 what a lovely title this one is! This title is for none other than Kodaikanal. Kodaikanal is a Tamil word and means \u2018The Gift of the Forest\u2019. Kodaikanal\u2019s beauty is indescribable and over the years, it has become one of the most desired places to visit in India. Kodaikanal…<\/p>\n
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The Kodai Lake has an interesting history. To add to the other facts, the lake in its early days of being, had people swimming in it. Punting also took place in the lake. This was when the lake was not yet a tourist spot. At that time, residents could not resist the inviting waters of the lake and would go for a swim. Also, just like the punting that went on in the Thames, the Kodai Lake also saw punts. Punts are flat bottom boats used as a means of relaxation and entertainment. Long poles were used to maneuver the boats around back then. \u00a0However, this was stopped decades ago for safety reasons.<\/p>\n
The Lake creates the Silver Cascade Fall<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
Besides the beauty of the Kodai Lake, there is something else that is a beautiful tourist attraction \u2013 The Silver Cascade, a 180-foot waterfall created from the outflow of the Kodai Lake. Definitely not to be missed.<\/p>\n
The Lake\u2019s depth has reduced over the years<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
Natural changes. i.e., siltation has led to the reduction of the lake\u2019s depth from 11.5 meters to 9 meters over the years.<\/p>\n
Kurinji\u00a0\u2013 wait and watch! <\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
Kurinji or Strobilanthes kunthiana, is a unique flowering plant that grows in the catchment area of the Kodai Lake. It is said that the flower blooms once in 12 years. Lucky is the tourist who will get to see the Kurinji.<\/p>\n
Aside from the tourist attractions, Kodaikanal also as amazing food. If you want to know where you can get the best food in Kodaikanal, check out our blog on the top 5 must-try eateries in Kodaikanal<\/a>. Kodaikanal is indeed an amazing place and these factors have added greatly to it\u2019s beauty. Staying here and experiencing all that this hill station has to offer would be perfect for you and your family. While planning your next vacation to Kodaikanal, be sure to stay with us at our resorts; Sterling Kodai Lake<\/a> and Sterling Kodai Valley<\/a> for the best travel experience ever. Hurry and make your reservations now!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Gift of the Forest \u2013 what a lovely title this one is! This title is for none other than Kodaikanal. Kodaikanal is a Tamil word and means \u2018The Gift of the Forest\u2019. Kodaikanal\u2019s beauty is indescribable and over the years, it has become one of the most desired places to visit in India. Kodaikanal…<\/p>\n
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Natural changes. i.e., siltation has led to the reduction of the lake\u2019s depth from 11.5 meters to 9 meters over the years.<\/p>\n
Kurinji\u00a0\u2013 wait and watch! <\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
Kurinji or Strobilanthes kunthiana, is a unique flowering plant that grows in the catchment area of the Kodai Lake. It is said that the flower blooms once in 12 years. Lucky is the tourist who will get to see the Kurinji.<\/p>\n
Aside from the tourist attractions, Kodaikanal also as amazing food. If you want to know where you can get the best food in Kodaikanal, check out our blog on the top 5 must-try eateries in Kodaikanal<\/a>. Kodaikanal is indeed an amazing place and these factors have added greatly to it\u2019s beauty. Staying here and experiencing all that this hill station has to offer would be perfect for you and your family. While planning your next vacation to Kodaikanal, be sure to stay with us at our resorts; Sterling Kodai Lake<\/a> and Sterling Kodai Valley<\/a> for the best travel experience ever. Hurry and make your reservations now!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Gift of the Forest \u2013 what a lovely title this one is! This title is for none other than Kodaikanal. Kodaikanal is a Tamil word and means \u2018The Gift of the Forest\u2019. Kodaikanal\u2019s beauty is indescribable and over the years, it has become one of the most desired places to visit in India. Kodaikanal…<\/p>\n
<\/p>\nThe Gift of the Forest \u2013 what a lovely title this one is! This title is for none other than Kodaikanal. Kodaikanal is a Tamil word and means \u2018The Gift of the Forest\u2019. Kodaikanal\u2019s beauty is indescribable and over the years, it has become one of the most desired places to visit in India. Kodaikanal…<\/p>\n