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Tenkasi's Mini Kodaikanal Mekkarai: Tourists Captivated by Natural Beauty
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News18•12-10-2026, 16:20
Tenkasi's Mini Kodaikanal Mekkarai: Tourists Captivated by Natural Beauty
- •Located at the foothills of the Western Ghats in Tenkasi district, Mekkarai is emerging as a scenic tourist destination with a pleasant climate.
- •Referred to by tourists as the Mini Kodaikanal, the village features lush green mountains, cool breezes, and refreshing streams.
- •The Adavinainar Dam and surrounding viewpoints serve as major landmarks attracting visitors seeking peace and scenic beauty.
- •Mekkarai provides an ideal weekend getaway for families and friends from southern districts to experience nature close to home.
Key Questions Answered
Located at the foothills of the Western Ghats, Mekkarai features lush green mountains, a cool breeze, and streams, prompting tourists to call it the Mini Kodaikanal of Tenkasi.
Key landmarks include the Mekkarai Pass, viewpoints showcasing tall mountains, wild streams, small brooks, and minor waterfalls. Additionally, the Adavinainar Dam stands out as a major tourist attraction in the area.
The natural beauty of Mekkarai is particularly enhanced during the southwest monsoon season. During this time, the mountains are blanketed in green, accompanied by a cool breeze and white clouds enveloping the peaks.
