Kodaikanal Lake is an artificial lake, set in the Kodaikanal city in Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. Sir Vere Henry Levinge was construct lake in the year 1863 . It is construct in the shape of a star. Today, Kodaikanal Lake is one of the top tourist attractions of Kodaikanal.

Boat club, boat house and boat service had been functional for the people and tourists.

Boat Pageant and Flower Shows are a regular feature at Kodaikanal in the summer season which attracts tourists.

A number of tourists visit the lake to take a stroll around and enjoy some time amid tranquility.

Kurinji (Strobilanthes kunthiana), a unique flowering plant is report from the catchment area of the Lake. It is report that this flower  bloomed in 2004 , which blooms once in 12 years.

Railway, Roadway and Airway near to Kodaikanal Lake:

The nearest railheads to the lake presently are the Kodai Road railway Station at 80 km and the Palani Railway station at 64 km distance, from the town. Madurai (at 121 km) and Coimbatore (at 135 km) airports are the closest to the Lake. Kodai Lake is well connected by road with regular bus services operating to Madurai, Palani, Kodaikanal Road, Theni, Dindigul, Thiruchirapalli, Kumili,Munnar, Erode, Bangalore and Coimbatore

Condition of the Kodaikanal lake :

• A study conducted by the Department of Atomic Energy confirmed that Kodaikanal Lake has been contaminated by mercury emissions
• High pollution loads of organic matter from hotels and other commercial establishments around the lake are causing pollution.
• The impact on the quality of water is transitory.

Best Time to Visit Kodaikanal:

The best time to visit Kodaikanal Lake is from April to June and from September to October. It is the best time to enjoy the greenery and natural beauty of the place. The soothing breeze adds to the sightseeing experience at Kodaikanal Lake.

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