Can you feel the Magic in the air? #notinnorth

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Day 1

Kodaikanal is not called the princess of hill stations for nothing. The atmosphere, the vibe, the magic in the air; all together causes you to forget your worries and to get lost in the momentary bliss.

Sunrise from the Town

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Travel to Kodai in an overnight bus from Banglore/Cochin. Get down in the town and book a jeep to Karuna farm. If you are driving, turn left at Shempakannur (after Silver cascade waterfalls) and head to Prakashapuram.

Karuna Farm Entrance

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Karuna farm has a variety of rooms to choose from, ranging from dormitory to stand alone cottages.

Ideal place to unwind yourself

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Endless view all the way down to the plains

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Take a day or two to enjoy the landscapes of Karuna Farm, trek around the hills, take a bath in the nearby streams, sign up for yoga classes, unwind yourself from the complexities of life.

Day 2

Head to Vilpetti on the other side of the town for a different view from top.

Far, far away from the common din

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The other side has a different view altogether.

Endless array of mountains

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Hike around the mountains in Vilpetti, experience the local culture, learn about the different flora and fauna in the region.

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Adventure hike home-stay in Vilpetti has an amazing panoramic view from a great height!

The planes at a distance

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Sometimes the sky comes beneath you.

Enjoy the rainbows beneath you

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You might be enough lucky to have a clear view of the planes with all the lights of the town below.

Civilization at a distance

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Enjoy the wonders of nature.

Rain clouds

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Walk around the fields of the home stay. The cold breezes and mist covered mountains would keep mesmerized over every moment.

Extension of the abyss around

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View from the blacony

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Enjoy the mist while it is misty!

Misty White

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After a tiring walk and activity around the neighborhood. Make sure to hit the bed early and to wake up early.

Day 3

No matter how many sunrises you would have seen, a sunrise from here would definitely leave you speechless.

Soak in to tune in

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Sunrise over the horizon

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Soak in the warmth as the mornings can be really chilly at times.

Gleaming Golden

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When the sun is up, we are too!

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Make sure enough magic is absorbed by the body to keep you running for a while. It is never too far to return for more.