A Different Perspective

Pillar Rocks View Point  is one of the familiar view points in Kodaikanal. It is a regular “sight seeing” spot. A nice view of the 

valley and particularly a peculiar rock formation resembling three Pillars can be vie

wed from a circular platform protected by steel railings. A small rivulet rushes down the valley from this point, making a pretty tinkling sound as if of laughter.

 

But if you want to eschew the beaten track and decide to tread a different path, let me guide you to a spot a little distance above on the same road. You are now in the Pine Forest. As soon as you enter the Pine forest area through the gate start moving to your left. You will enter the forest area. On your right a small stream  gushes by. Follow the stream up to a point where you can cross it by stepping across! Then follow the forest track as it winds through the woods. While you are doing this enjoy the serenity and majesty of nature. Realize that you are but a small speck in the grand design.

 

Thus softened and cleansed you are ready for the majestic panorama of the green valley spread out below you as you reach the end of the path and come right up to the edge of the cliff face. Take a look at the valley from a different perspective. On your left you will glimpse the Pillar Rocks clearly demarcated and majestic in their height and splendor.