Devil's Kitchen

A natural and unique heritage site, previously known as the Devil's Kitchen, the Guna Caves are situated on the outskirts of Kodaikanal and can be reached from Moir Point. This group of caverns is located amidst the three huge boulders known as Pillar Rocks. Discovered by English Officer B.S. Ward in 1821, the caves are situated at a height of 2230 meters. The location is very accessible, being just 8.5 km away from Kodaikanal Bus Station and 1.5 km from Pillar Rocks.

Tourists can see sections of the cave system from afar since its surroundings remain closed for security reasons. From the main entrance of the caves, visitors must walk around 400 meters (approximately 10 minutes) to reach the cave and hilltop, which is an excellent photography location. The path to the caves goes through an exquisite pine forest, with tree roots emerging onto the ground, creating a unique setting. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful valleys and Pillar Rocks on a bright day.

The Guna Caves gained popularity after the Tamil movie Guna, starring Kamal Haasan, was shot here in 1991. After the movie's release, the site became a famous tourist spot in Kodaikanal, and the place came to be known as the Guna Caves.

 The caves have a dangerous history, with many people disappearing after entering them. As of 2016, police have recorded 16 disappearances connected to the caves, with no bodies retrieved. Only one person has ever escaped from the depths of the Guna Caves, an incident depicted in the 2024 Malayalam film 'Manjummel Boys.' Due to these dangers, the deep, narrow ravines have now been closed off, making the area safer.