Places to visit Coimbatore

1. Adiyogi Shiva Statue

Adiyogi Shiva Statue is the world’s biggest statue and is devoted to Lord Shiva and is carved out of 500 tonnes of steel. It was constructed to promote yoga. The statue is called Adiyoga that means the first yogi as Lord Shiva is known to be the originator of yoga.

2. Monkey Falls

Monkey Falls is at a distance of around 65kms away from the city of Coimbatore. This stunning fall offers picturesque views. Visit this fall for experiencing serenity. The birds chirping along joyously and monkeys swaying across the trees playfully makes it a perfect place to pay a visit to.

3. Vydehi Falls

The astounding Vydehi Falls is located around 35km away from the Coimbatore city. It is the most visited tourist spot due to its scenic attraction and beauty. Plan a trip to this most popular place and make your trip a memorable one.

Things to do in Coimbatore

A trip on your mind? Then Coimbatore can be your best option. With its historic temples to majestic mountains to pristine waterfalls, adventurous activities, Coimbatore happily welcomes the travellers. Adventure seekers can trek and camp in Coimbatore as it holds several trekking trails- Dhoni Hills, Perumal Peak, Vellari Mala, and Thalaiyar Falls trek. If speed is what drives you then just step into the racing arena to spectate an exhilarating car racing event. Bike racing and hosting several national championships is one of the best things to do here. Go on a wildlife safari at Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary to witness nature and wildlife. It is located in the Anamalai mountain range and houses various species of plants and animals. Apart from adventure Coimbatore offers some tranquil places to explore. Head towards Isha Yoga Centre to spend some time away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Meditate here and surrender yourself to the serene environment.

Visit the Gass Forest Museum that is a govt rule natural history museum located within the premises of the Forest College Campus. Witness the numerous specimen kept inside the museum-like- stuffed peacock, stuffed Gaur etc. head towards the Kovai Kutralam that holds pristine waterfall in Siruvani Hills that is a top waterfall in Coimbatore. Pay a visit to the beautiful temples here like-Marudhamalai Hill temple, Sree Ayyappan temple, Velliangiri hill temple that truly is worth visiting.

Major Markets

Here is a list of some famous markets from where the shopaholics can purchase according to their likes- Town Hall market, Oppanakara Street, Cross Cut Road, Shree Devi Textile, Agarwal Sweet Palace, S K Pearl and Crafts, and Brookfields Mall.

Where to stay

Coimbatore is the perfect destination to escape for a rejuvenating vacation. There are several cheap and luxury hotels, resorts, and homestays available for them amidst nature. One visiting can book hotels, resorts, and homestays on reaching the site of their visits. On other occasions, one can book online in advance which will make one escape from the anxiety of the travel tour.

How to reach Coimbatore

Air

The Coimbatore International airport is the nearest one and is located 11kms away from the city centre and is connected with major Indian cities.

Train

Coimbatore has two railway stations- Coimbatore Junction and Coimbatore North Railway station. These stations enjoy a good connection with all the prominent cities of India.

Road

The SRTC of Tamil Nadu and Kerala provides buses to Coimbatore from several cities in the state. The city has six main arterial roads and three National Highways- NH-47, NH-67, and NH-209 that passes through the city.

Distance from Major cities

Distance from Delhi- 2528.3km

Distance from Mumbai- 1233.8km

Distance from Bangalore- 364.5km

Distance from Tamil Nadu- 215.8km

Best time to visit Coimbatore

Explore the places in Coimbatore in the month from September to March as the weather is pleasant and is very apt for sightseeing.

Summer

March to June are the summer months in Coimbatore with the maximum temperature going to 40°C. the day time remains hot but morning and evenings are pleasant.

Monsoon

The months from July to September are considered to be the monsoon months with the maximum temperature going to 34°C.

Winter

Winter months that is November to February are the apt months to explore Coimbatore. The temperature during these months ranges from 18 to 30°C that makes it the aptest time to explore places.