Best Places To Visit Near Coimbatore
From temples built in the historical times and present-day buildings to picturesque mountains to awe-inspiring waterfalls, from scrumptious local delicacies to a pleasant weather all through the year, one has a lot to explore near Coimbatore. We have shortlisted the best places to visit near Coimbatore to help you plan your trip better.
Places to Visit Near Coimbatore
Siruvani Waterfalls
Located at a distance of nearly 35 km from Coimbatore Railway Station, Siruvani Waterfalls are nestled in Siruvani Hills, Tamil Nadu. Popularly also called Kovai Kutralam Falls, these falls formed by Siruvani River lie amidst nature, in dense forest. One has to trek for about 4 Km from the closest road point between Siruvani Dam and Madavarayapuram. This place is usually evacuated before 5 PM because of its remote accessibility.
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Marudhamalai Temple
Situated at a distance of about 15 km from Coimbatore Railway Station, Marudhamalai is the considered to be the adobe of Lord Murugan. Perched on a scenic hillock at a height of 600 ft, this temple is must-visit place to visit in Coimbatore. Lord Murugan is revered here in the form of Dhandayuthapani. It is believed that the holy shrine is has miracle powers to get rid of all afflictions. Temple Timings: 6 AM to 1 PM & 2 PM to 8.30 PM.
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Patteeswarar Temple – Perur
Merely 7 Km away from Coimbatore Railway Station, Patteeswarar Temple is situated in Perur, on the Siruvani road. Interestingly, it is the most ancient temple in Coimbatore. The key highlight of the temple is the golden hall or 'Kanaka Saba', which houses a gold-plated statue of Nataraja, bestowing blessings on the two sages, Pattimuni and Gowmuni. Timings: 5 am - 12 pm and 3 pm - to 8 pm.
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Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary
Merely a 100 km drive from Coimbatore, Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in Palakkad district of Kerala. It is one of the popular wildlife sanctuaries in India. Sprawling over an area of 285 sq. Km, this sanctuary home to a rich diversity of flora and fauna. Anappadi is the entry point to the Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary. All bookings are made here only. There is a tree house in the reserve forest area (in Thunakadavu & Parambikulam), which has to be booked in advance. Trekking is allowed here with permission and watch towers are also located at Anappadi and Zungam. Timings: 7 AM to 6 PM
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