Coimbatore is a city in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. To the northwest is the centuries-old, Dravidian-style Arulmigu Subramaniyaswami Temple, Marudamalai. The colorful and intricately carved Arulmigu Patteeswarar Swamy Temple lies southeast of here. In the center, the Gass Forest Museum has a huge collection of preserved animals and tree trunks. Southeast, birds and butterflies inhabit Singanallur Lake.
| Languages spoken | Tamil & English |
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| Area (km2) | 246.75 |
Kovai Kutralam Decorating the Siruvani mountain range in the Western Ghats, Kovai Kutralam is a cascading waterfall that is a sight to behold. The place forms a picture postcard perfect backdrop to enjoy a picnic or spend time in the lap of nature. You can admire the sight of the water cascading down the rocks or simply venture into the water collecting at the base and enjoy a refreshing dip. Tip: Even though Kovai Kutralam is a popular tourist attraction, you need permission from the state forest department to visit the site.
Marudhamalai Temple The temple is the perfect place to seek divine blessings and at the same time, feast your eyes to its architectural splendor. The temple is devoted to Lord Murugan and traces its origin back to more than 1200 years. It is located on a hilltop and offers spectacular views of the stunning surroundings. Tip: While visiting the Marudhamalai Temple, you can also go the adjoining hilltop known as Marudha Malai. The hill is home to several medicinal herbs and also to a particular section of Tamil tribal community.
Dhyanalinga Temple Visit this temple for its scenic beauty and tranquility. Dhyanalinga Temple refreshes your soul with a dash of spirituality and also provides you the much needed respite from the mundaneness of daily life. Tip: The temple also has a meditation and yoga center and you can plan a full day outing if you want to spend some time learning yoga or wish to mediate in the scenic surroundings.
D. Naidu Museum Located in Avinashi Road, the museum attracts the science history enthusiasts and other visitors. The museum houses an interesting collection of inventions by G. D. Naidu, a scientist who is also referred as Edison of India. The displays also bring to life the history of industrialization in Coimbatore. Tip: The museum is an interesting place to shop for souvenirs. There is a German gift shop in the complex where you can buy toys and other memorabilia.
Anubhavi Subramaniar Temple The main highlight of the temple is the natural outflow that splashes up water throughout the year. You can also combine your visit with a tour of the Lalithambikai temple situated at the foothills. Tip: You need to climb hundreds of steps to reach to the temple. There is no help available to reach otherwise, so it is advisable to avoid in case you have a medical problem.
Singanallur Lake Located in the Singanallur area of Coimbatore, the lake is a famous picnic spot and provides the tourists and locals the much needed relief from the chaos of the city. A wide variety of flora and fauna surrounds the lake. It is also a bird watcher’s paradise and a home to both local and migratory birds. There are some 100 species of birds that can be found here. Tip: Since the area is a bird watcher’s paradise, make sure to take your binoculars along.
Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park This is the perfect place to visit for the wildlife enthusiasts. Located in the protected area of the Annamalai Hills, this wildlife sanctuary is set at a height of 1400 m above sea level. It is spread across an area of 958 sq km and is a home to wild animals such as panthers, deer, tigers, elephants, civets, gaur, wild bears, sloth bears, porcupines, jackals, pangolins, etc. Tip: Plan an early morning or late evening trip to sight more animals and birds. However, keep in mind that seeing animals in a safari is a matter of luck.
Black Thunder For some great family fun, visit Black Thunder, an amusement and theme-based park situated in Mettupalayam, about 40 km from the city of Coimbatore. Spread across 75 acres of land, the park has rides and activities for all age groups. In all, there are 49 thrilling rides, the most popular being the Wild River Ride and the Surf Hill.
Brookefields Mall If your visit is incomplete without a bit of shopping, then Brookefields Mall is the shopping place will excite you. It is the most popular shopping mall in Coimbatore. Opened in 2009, the mall has all major national and international brands. It also provides basic facilities like multi storey parking, Wi-fi connection, and an ATM.
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Popularly called as the "Manchester of South India", the culture of Coimbatore is distinctly different from that of any other city in India. Being a cosmopolitan city, the culture of the city reflects its diverse population which has resulted in a unique blend. Though it is generally considered a traditional city, Coimbatore is more diverse and cosmopolitan than other cities in Tamil Nadu. Traditional music, dance and all other art forms of Tamil Nadu are very popular in the city. One can find a unique blend of culture from traditional foods to fast foods, from ancient temple architecture to modern high-rises and from classical music and dance to the growing nightlife in the city. Coimbatore and its people have a reputation for entrepreneurship.
Coimbatore is the second largest city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.It is a major commercial centre and an industrial hub of Tamil Nadu and is known as the Manchester of South India.
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