Pine Forests, Kodaikanal
Pine
forests, In 1906, with a
view to growing valuable timber, Mr. Bryant started the Kodaikanal pine
plantations in the south-west of Kodaikanal.
The pine forests are one among the preserved treasures
of Kodaikanal which would mesmerize the tourists by its ambiance.
This place is a gift of Mother Nature for people who love photography.
These pine plantations are apparently pretty familiar
with the young Israeli people at Vatakanal. This place is a gift of Mother
Nature for people who love photography.
Pine Forest – 1
Apart from Shola trees and Eucalyptus trees, there is
lot of Pine trees found across many parts of Kodaikanal. However, only two
sites have become popular among the tourists as the travel destination. As
there are two pine forests, the local people call them as Pine Forest 1 and
Pine Forest 2.
Pine Forest 1 is located on the observatory road near
the Solar Observatory. This Pine Forest is comparatively crowded with the
tourists. A lot of local vendors selling fresh carrots and fruits can be found
at the entrance of the forest.
Pine Forest – 2
Pine Forest 2 is located near Moir Point. Pine
Forest 2 is generally not crowded like Pine Forest 1. It is unusual to find the vendors in this forest. The
horse riding options are available here. Thus, this place is more attractive
than Pine Forest 1.
Activities
This is definitely a lovely place which would mesmerize
the tourists. It is said that the British Forest Officer H.D.Bryant planned and
planted the pine trees across Kodaikanal in the early years of 20th century CE.
If you go a little deep into the pine forest, you would find a lot of
opportunities for photo shoot. A lot of South Indian films were shot in this
location.
