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John Sullivan Memorial (Kannerimukku Bungalow), Kotagiri
This restored stone bungalow at Kannerimukku near Kotagiri was one of the earliest European residences in the Nilgiris, associated with John Sullivan, the British collector who opened up the hills from 1819. It now houses a memorial and small museum on Nilgiri history run by a heritage trust, about 3 km from Kotagiri town.
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Plan John Sullivan Memorial (Kannerimukku Bungalow), Kotagiri
Typeheritage
Nearest baseKotagiri
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryNominal entry fee
Nearest town/baseKotagiri
DistrictThe Nilgiris
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
This restored stone bungalow at Kannerimukku near Kotagiri was one of the earliest European residences in the Nilgiris, associated with John Sullivan, the British collector who opened up the hills from 1819. It now houses a memorial and small museum on Nilgiri history run by a heritage trust, about 3 km from Kotagiri town.
John Sullivan Memorial (Kannerimukku Bungalow), Kotagiri is planned from Kotagiri, one of the travel bases in The Nilgiris district. Use Kotagiri for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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John Sullivan Memorial (Kannerimukku Bungalow), Kotagiri — at a glance
Timings10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, closed Mondays
Best timeOctober to June
Entry: Nominal entry fee
Getting there: About 3 km from Kotagiri at Kannerimukku; nearest railway Coonoor NMR station (~30 km); nearest airport Coimbatore (CJB) ~85 km.
Trust-run heritage museum; check opening days before visiting.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kotagiri or nearby in The Nilgiris, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
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Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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When is the best time to visit John Sullivan Memorial (Kannerimukku Bungalow), Kotagiri?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at John Sullivan Memorial (Kannerimukku Bungalow), Kotagiri?
Entry: Nominal entry fee. Timings: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, closed Mondays. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach John Sullivan Memorial (Kannerimukku Bungalow), Kotagiri?
Base yourself in Kotagiri or nearby in The Nilgiris, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for John Sullivan Memorial (Kannerimukku Bungalow), Kotagiri?
About an hour.
What else is near John Sullivan Memorial (Kannerimukku Bungalow), Kotagiri?
Nearby you can pair Rangaswamy Pillar and Peak (1.9 km), Longwood Shola (2.2 km), Kodanad View Point (3.2 km), Catherine Falls (6.2 km).
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