SHEMBAGANUR MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY

This museum of the University of the Sacred Heart (a theological seminary), near Shembaganur, is worth a visit. Founded in 1895, it is dedicated to the archaeological remains and the fauna and flora of the region. A Spanish father named Ugarthe helped to enrich the museum's main collections. It should be noted that this museum contains one of the largest orchidoriums in the country, with more than 300 species of orchids. The museum has a collection of pinned butterflies, many stuffed mammals and python or cobra skins over 3 m long. To get there, you have to go down 3 km from Bazaar Road. It's a pleasant excursion. On the other hand, the return, while uphill, is more difficult. You can catch a taxi or bus on the main road back to Kodaikanal.