Berijam Lake

Berijam Lake
About:Berijam lake – 21 kms from Kodaikanal in Tamil Nadu is the most beautiful lake in all of South India. Originally discovered by the British & Spanish people, this place was a swamp 80-100 years ago. It has been converted to a lake with catchment areas around the lake. the lake itself is situated in a very high altitude…just a couple of hundred feet below kodyOn the way to Berijam lake, you can stop at Silent Valley and Caps fly Valley, both of which are beautiful. Silent valley has a very enchanting and scary feel about it. There’s a sheer drop covered with mist that takes you straght to the pearly gates if you don’t watch your step. The kind of stuff painters love to draw. Wear good shoes in this trip. It’s very wet around Kodai and these are slippery mountain trails. There’s a small roadside attachment on the way called the ‘Berijam lake view’ further up where you can stop and take a look at the lake from above the mountains. It’s a breathtaking view.When you ultimately reach berijam lake, the first thing you come across is a barricade that keeps all the taxis and busses out. You go on foot from there. The lake is 25 Kms in perimeter. There’s a signboard that say there’s a goverment rest house near the lake. The lake is a source of pure natural mountain water. No boats or fishing but there are some tents and campers. Later the tents get taken down as it got darker. Maybe it gets too cold, or maybe it’s not permitted or safe at night. There is plenty of place to be alone in the wild if that is what you are looking for. The place is not crowded at all (like Kodai lake). It’s deep inside the forest and away from civilisation. The forests around are dense and rich. There is a board listing panthers besides varieties of deer.
Location info:
Address:Kodaikanal,Dindigul, Tamil Nadu,,India
District:Dindigul
Nearest City:Madurai 121 km
Best time to visit: April to June, and September to October, but can be visited throughout the year.
Climate/Weather:
Summer – 19.80�C Winter – 17.30�C
History:
There is proof of settlement of prehistoric tribes at Kodaikanal by visible artifacts such as dolmens homes of great stone slabs. After the primitive tribes of Paliyans and Pulyans in 14th century, villagers of Palani foot hills fled into Kodai hills, to escape from the oppressive rule in the plains and also from the invasion of Tippu Sultan.
Interesting places to Visit:
Silver falls:This is the first attraction that unfolds in front of a tourist on the Madurai – Kodaikanal road. The excess water in the Kodai Lake comes down as a fall at about 8 kms from Kodaikanal. It is like a pit stop for vehicles and tourists as there are shops selling fruits and other forest products.Kodaikanal – Lake:One of the main attractions for the tourists of Kodaikanal is the Kodai lake which is at a distance of 3kms from the bus stand. In 1863, Vera Levinge, a former District Collector of Madurai settled in Kodaikanal after his retirement. He was the man of resource and creative ideas for this lake. By spending his own money he converted the marshy land with several streams of lake by constructing a strong bund and brought boats from Tuticorin. It is reported that the foreign resident’s even used to swim in the lake.
Docters Delight (3 kms): Beyond the Pillar rocks is an old bluff on the way to Berijam Lake which commands a fine view.

Silver Cascade : The water falls may be seen as the tourist approaches Kodaikanal by the main Ghat road, it lies 8 kms away from the town.

Fishers Seat : (2 kms from Shenbaganur) is a curiously conical now in runis, erched on a precipice. From there one can see clouds raising above the jungle 3000 ft. below.

Dolphins Nose : (8 kms) From where one needs a good nerve to look at the yawning chasm below.
 
How to reach?
Nearest Railway Station:Kodai Road.
Nearest Airport:Madurai (120)
Road Transport:Kodaikanal is well connected by road with the major cities and towns of the state.
Nearest Visiting places:. Kulkkal Cave : It is a favourite camping site ideal for trekking. It is 40 kms from Kodaikanal.Berijam Lake (21 kms): This lake supplies drinking water to Periakulam Town. It is of special attraction to anglers. The scenery around here is beautiful.Madurai:Madurai or is the oldest and second largest city of Tamil Nadu. This city is located on Vaigai River and was the capital of Pandyan rulers. The Pandyan king, Kulasekhara had built a gorgeous temple around which he created a lotus shaped city. It has been a center of learning and pilgrimage, for centuries. Legend has it that the divine nectar falling from Lord Shiva’s locks gave the city its name – ‘Madhurapuri’, now known as “Madurai”.Madurai is famous for its Meenakshi Temple, one of India’s biggest Temples which is dedicated to Meenakshi, the consort of lord Shiva. Exquisite sculptures, hall of thousand pillars, icons, photographs & illustrations make this Temple a famous tourist spot. The Temple is an excellent example of Dravidian architecture. The Meenakshi temple complex is one of the largest and certainly one of the most ancient.
Nearest Petrol Pump:
Petrol Pump Kodaikanal ,Tamilnadu,India
Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation:misty holidays
seven road junction, 14, bender lock road, kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu 624101- 09943942996Kodai Resort
Coaker’s walk, Kodaikanal, Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu -04542 240632
Kodai International Hotel
Post Box 33 17/328 Laws Ghat Road Kodaikanal
 
Help Line/Phone Number:
Police Station:Police Station Madurai Police Station Dindigul
Nearest Hospital:Madurai,Dindigul

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