Coimbatore
Popularly called the Manchester of South India due to its booming textile industry, Coimbatore lies nestled within the Western Ghats. Big businesses, friendly crowd, botanical gardens, and cosmopolitan vibes – that’s what it is all about!
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Things To See & Do
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Perur Pateeswarar Temple
Abode of Lord Shiva
Built in the 2nd century by Karikala Chola (a Tamil king), this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, also known as Pateeswarar. Many regard this as the place where the Lord performed the divine dance of Ananda Thandavam.
1-2 hours
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Marudhamalai Hill Temple
A Temple Dedicated to Lord Murugan
Perched atop a hill in the Western Ghats at a height of 600 feet, this 12th century temple was constructed by Tamil rulers in honour of Lord Murugan, the much revered Hindu God of war and victory. It is a 20 minute drive from the city of Coimbatore.
2-3 hours
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Traditional Sarees Shop Coimbatore
Exquisite Additions to your Wardrobe
From many centuries, Coimbatore has been this region's chief textile hub. It is currently home to more than 25,000 saree stores that showcase the best of its cotton fabric sarees. The quality of colourful dyes, pattern of weaves, their longevity and affordability make sarees made in Coimbatore a one-of-a-kind item to cherish and own.
1-2 hours
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Arulmigu Eachanari Vinayagar Temple
A Ganesha Temple
Dedicated to the Hindu god Vinayagar, the temple is located in Eachanari village at a distance of about 12 kilometres from Coimbatore. It is constructed in Dravidian-style architecture and said to have been built in 1500 AD.
1-2 hours
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GD Naidu Museum
An Automobile Heritage
Built in remembrance of GD Naidu, automobile enthusiast, prominent industrialist and philanthropist in Coimbatore, this museum hosts a range of vintage and unique cars collected from all over the world.
1-2 hours
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Siruvani Waterfalls
A picturesque location for a family picnic
Located in the centre of a dense forest about 35 kilometres away from Coimbatore, this cascading fall and its dam derive its source from the sweet waters of Siruvani River.
1-2 hours
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Isha Yoga Center
Headquarters for Isha Foundation
Nestled in the foothills of Velliangiri on the outskirts of Coimbatore, this sacred space is dedicated to the four major paths of yoga, namely kriya (energy), gnana (knowledge), karma (action), and bhakti (devotion). It was founded by Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev.
1-2 hours
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Sidhapudur Sree Ayyappan Temple
Popularly called 'The Second Sabarimala'
Dedicated to Lord Ayyappan, the foundation of this temple was laid in 1966. Its architectural style is the same as the iconic Sabarimala temple in Kerala. It is centrally located in Coimbatore, on the Chinnasamy Naidu Road in Siddhapudur.
2 hours
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Best Time To Visit Coimbatore
Perfect for travelling all year round
OCT-MAR
Peak Season
JUL-SEP
Moderate Season
APR-JUN
Off-season
- What To Expect:Pleasant weather during the day with slightly colder nights.
- Things You'll Love:Treks around the city, local temple visits and shopping for high quality cotton clothing.
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