Excursions
in Coimbatore
Anamalai Wildlife Sanctuary
This Sanctuary is situated at an altitude of 1,400 metres in the Western Ghats
near Pollachi (about 90 kms. from Coimbatore). The area of the sanctuary is
958 sq. kms. It has various kinds of fauna like elephant, gaur, tiger, panther,
sloth bear, deer, wild bear, wild dog, porcupine, flying squirrel, jackal, pangolin,
civet cat and birds like rocket-tailed drongo, re-whiskered bulbul, black headed
oriole, tree pie, spotted dove, green pigeon, etc. The Amaravathy reservoir
in the Anamalais has a large number of crocodiles. There are also many places
of scenic beauty such as Karainshola, Anaikunthi shola, grass hills, water falls,
groves, teak forests, estates, dams and reservoirs.
Topslip
It is a picturesque locale in the Anamalai Hills. It is about 37 kms. from Pollachi.
This small town is an ideal picnic spot.
Thirumoorthy Temple (20 kms.)
It is situated at the foot of Thirumoorthy Hills adjoining the Thirumoorthy
Dam. This is about 20 kms. from Udumalpet on the Highway from Palani to Coimbatore.
A perennial stream flows by the side of the Sri Amalingeswarar temple and nearby
there is a waterfalls. The Crocodile Farm at Amaravathi Dam is just 25 kms.
from here. This place is being developed as a District Excursion Centre. Regular
buses are available from Udumalpet.
The Siruvani Waterfalls & Dam
This waterfalls and the dam are located at a distance of 37 kms. west of the
city. The water of Siruvani is known for its minerals and taste. The panoramic
view of the dam and the falls are of enchanting beauty.
Parambikulam-Aliyar Multipurpose Project
This project consists of a series of dams interconnected by tunnels and canals
for harnessing waters of the Parambikulam, Aliyar, Nirar, Sholiyar, Thunakadavu,
Thekkadi and Palar rivers, lying at various elevations, for irrigation and power
generation. The scheme is an outstanding example of engineering skill. It is
located in the Anamalai range.
Valparai
It is 102 kms from Coimbatore in western ghats in Anamalai range. It has many
tea plantations and is a picnic spot.
Hill Stations
Udhagamandalam, Coonoor and Kotagiri are situated in the Nilgiris in Western
ghats. They are 98 kms., 70 kms. from Coimbatore respectively. They are the
most popular and oldest hill stations in the South. They are located at an elevation
of 2,286 mts., 1,859 mts. and 1,984, mts. respectively. While Ooty's pride are
the lake, the Botanical gardens and Dodabetta, the highest peak in the Nilgiris,
Coonoor boasts of Sims park, law's falls, Dolphin's nose and Lamb's rock. Kotagiri
has view points and sholas. Reaching Ooty from Mettupalayam by the Swiss Rack
Rail Type mountain train is an unforgettable experience.
Thiruppur
An important textile centre in Coimbatore district, it is also famous for hosiery
products. Thiruppur is also closely associated with ' Thiruppur Kumaran ' one
of the valiant freedom fighters. It is 50 kms. from Coimbatore.
Palani
The temple of Lord Muruga is located on the Palani Hills. The presiding deity
is Dandayuthapani. The idol is made of medicinal herbs, it is one of the six
abodes of Lord Muruga and one of the major Pilgrim centres is South India next
only to Thirupathi. An electrically operated winch takes the pilgrims to the
top. It is 105 kms. from Coimbatore.
Bannari
Located in the Periyar district, it is about 83 kms. from Coimbatore and 10kms.
from Bhavanisagar. The Mariamman temple here is very famous and attracts thousands
of Pilgrims.
Kodumudi
It is 40 kms. from Erode and 105 kms. from Coimbatore. A special feature of
this place is that shrines for Siva, Vishnu and Brahma are located in one temple
complex. Siva is known as Muchukundeswarar, Vishnu as Veera Narayana Perumal.
The temple is one of the important temples in Periyar district
Sengupathi Water Falls
They are situated 35 kms. from Coimbatore on the Coimbatore - Siruvani main
Road.
Monkey Falls
It is 65 kms. from Coimbatore and 27 kms. from Pollachi on Coimbatore-Pollachi-Valparai
Highways.
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