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On the foots of
majestic Nilgiri hills is Coimbatore, known as the
Manchester of South India for its numerous textile
mills. There are more than a hundred textile mills
in and around Coimbatore. Coimbatore also has a
number of other industrial units producing
engineering equipment and electronic items. Winter
is the best time to visit the place.
Accommodation and Connectivity
With two railway stations, a modern airport and good
road connectivity with the rest of Tamil Nadu,
reaching Coimbatore is very easy. Apart from the
towns and cities of Tamil Nadu, frequent bus
services from the neighbouring states to Coimbatore
are also available.
Coimbatore has very good hotels, lodges and guest
houses which nicely cater to the needs of the
different class groups.
Tourist
Attractions
VOC Park and Zoo (Amusement Park)
The V.O. Chidambaram park can be described as many
attractions clubbed into one. The park has an
aquarium that has an impressive collection of
different species of fish. The park also has a mini
zoo. A toy train has also been introduced for the
amusement of children. The park is very popular
among children.
Agriculture University
One of the best universities of South Asia, the
Tamil Nadu Agricultural University is also a place
worth visiting. Spread over an area of 300 hectares,
the botanical garden of the University is a prime
attraction. The garden has many different species of
flowering plants and trees.
Perur Temple
One of the seven Kongu Sivalayams, the holy Perur
temple on the outskirts of Coimbatore is also
thronged by devotees. The outer part of the temple
was built in the early modern period but the inner
sanctum is much older. The deity in the temple is
Lord Shiva.
Marudhamalai temple
Another temple on the outskirts of Coimbatore,
Marudhamalai temple of Lord Subramanya is also
widely visited by tourists. Legend has it that many
miracles are performed in this temple and any
devotee who asks for favours from god with a pure
heart is always granted one. Several festivals are
held in the temple premises with pomp and gaiety.
Forest College
One of the rare tourist destinations of India where
educational institutions qualify as tourist
destinations, the Forest College apart from the
Agriculture University attracts many tourists. The
Forest College is one of the oldest institutions of
its kind in the country. The museum of this College
has an impressive collection of minerals, rocks,
pests, snakes and insects. Training to forest
rangers is imparted here.
Excursion
delights
Siruvani Waterfalls
The Siruvani waterfall and dam is located at a
distance of 37 kms from Coimbatore. A favourite
pastime of the tourists visiting this place is to
taste the waters of Siruvani which is considered
rich in minerals and taste.
Annamalai Wildlife Sanctuary
Situated at a distance of 90 kms from Coimbatore,
this wildlife sanctuary at an altitude of 1400 m is
home to many animal species like elephant, tiger,
panther, deer, wild dog, jackal, pangolin and civet
cat. Many varieties of birds are also found in this
wildlife sanctuary. A trip to Coimbatore may be
described as both informative and
exciting.Informative because the temples and
educational institutions of the place shed a lot of
light on historical and biological aspects. Exciting
because the amusement parks and wildlife sanctuaries
on the outskirts provide a whole lot of refreshment
to the tourists.
All in all,
Coimbatore is a very good place for both the young
and the old to visit.
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