I just got back from a Kodaikanal vacation and I have to share my experience. I was hoping to have a relaxing time in the hill station, which is known as the “Princess of Hill stations” in Tamil but getting there was a hassle with the heavy traffic. Kodaikanal is located in the Palani hills of Tamil Nadu, at an elevation of 7,300 feet above sea level. It has a mild climate and a beautiful artificial lake. When we went last week (13th May 2023), the climate in Kodai was pleasant, not hot but not requiring a sweater either. We had booked an entire Bungalow with six rooms for ourselves, as ours was a large family and we enjoyed the stay. The Bungalow is near the Coakers walk.
The cover picture above shows the captivating relics: an exquisite wall clock, a charming light switch, a vintage radio, and a classic telephone that were in the bungalow.
Venkatarangan Thirumalai in front of the bungalow in kodaikanal where we stayed
The sunset on the side of the bungalow having a mesmerizing effect
The entrance to the bungalow in kodaikanal near coaker’s walk
The view from the bungalow of the hills around
Interior view of the rooms in the bungalow
One of the many dining and living rooms
View of one of the six rooms comfortably furnished with attached bathroom
The main dining room where buffet meals were served which were cooked to our request
With a view like the one I had behind me and a wonderful climate it was tough for me to work on and complete an article for the week
Main view of the bungalow
View of the left side of the bungalow towards the hills
One of the many beautiful windows
I didn’t let the soothing sunrise go waste – performing my yoga routine for the day in Kodaikanal
Sir, I hv seen ur pictures of World trade centre during US visit many times. Whenever I see ur pics, I remember 9/11 attack. I was in 9th Standard that time. Luckily u hv visited before the terror attack.
Yes, it pains me as well to see those pics. At the same time, I feel privileged like millions of my generation who had got a chance to visit WTC before the fateful day.
I was wondering if anyone will spot the keyboard and ask about it . Anyways, let me say it myself. It is a lovely keyboard, a mechanical one, that a friend in the USA recommended and I ordered it from ebay USA: Akko 3087 World Tour Tokyo 87-Key TKL Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Orange Switch
Vintage is awesome…Within in your nightmare on traffic had a pleasant stay that’s chill. if you could share how the booking process will help for many to visit. hope it is available for public too for reservations. :)
Thanks for the comment. yes, the bungalow is a home stay available for anyone to book. search for Onondaga Kodaikanal home stays, next to Van Allen Hospital, Coaker’s Walk.