CoimbatoreSecond largest in the state of TamilNadu, Coimbatore is a bustling andgrowing city. Coimbatore is calledthe "Manchester of SouthIndia" due to its extensivetextile industry that is fed by thesurrounding cotton fields, making itone of the most important cities inthe South of India. It is also host toa plethora of automobilecompanies and engineering firms.Adiyogi Shiva, Dhyanalinga Temple,Sholayar Dam, VelliangiriMountains and Marudhamalai HillTemple are some of the attractions

here.

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Popularly known as Kovai, Coimbatore(kovai) is located on the coast of riverNoyyal. Burgeoning as a centre of medicaltourism, the health care facilities providedhere are among the best in the world. Theclose proximity to places of commercialimportance and rejuvenation makes it oneof the most sought after destinations. Hometo a plethora of temples, shrines andeducation centers, apart for being famousfor its silk sarees, Coimbatore (kovai) is alsoreferred to as the "Manchester of SouthIndia". Don’t miss the famous local marketsto stock your bags with authentic silk sareesand other interesting local handicrafts whichwill surely be of value to your collection. Revup your bargaining skills before you headout to local bazaars to get the best of deals.

Some of the not-to-miss attractions inCoimbatore are Marudhamalai Temple,Perur Pateeswarar Temple, Top Slip,Velliangiri Hills, Kovai kutralam, Infant JesusChurch and Bhavani Sagar Dam among

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others. Also, plan a day of outing at BlackThunder- an amusement park, for unlimiteddoses of fun and entertainment. As for thedining options, the city is no less than afoodie’s delight with a plethora ofrestaurants offering everything andanything under the sun. Indulge in an arrayof cuisines, ranging from south Indian,Italian, continental, north Indian andChinese here.

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What To

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1 Kovai Kutralam

Siruvani, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu641114, India

A popular tourist draw, KovaiKutralam come under the Siruvanimountain range in Coimbatore. Seeing thewaterfall from a distance is one thing butstanding under it is a different experiencealtogether. Located on the Western Ghats,the cascading waterfalls form a pictureperfect backdrop for spending somewonderful time with your loved ones in

nature's lap.Even though it is a majorattraction in Coimbatore, you have to takeprior permission before visiting thiswaterfall. Kovai Kutralam waterfalls aremanaged by the state forest department.Plan a day picnic and end your day in themost memorable way. Be ready to takehome a splashing memory!

2 Marudhamalai Temple

Gandhipuram, Coimbatore, TamilNadu 641046, India

The beautiful Marudamalai Temple inCoimbatore is a perfect place to seekdivinity and treat yourself to an architecturaldelight. Devoted to Lord Murugan, its origindates back to more than 1200 years ago. It isconsidered second to Arupadai VeeduTemples in terms of religious importance fordevotees.

A sneak peek into its history would tell youthatkongu vettuva gounder kings ruled thistemple in its initial days. Located on a hilltop( a part of Western Ghats), it offers you

some spellbinding views of the adjoininglush landscape. The hilltop on whichMarudamalai Temple is situated is known asMarudha Malai which means 'hill ofvegetation' and is blessed with manymedicinal herbs. Home to a particularsection of Tamil tribal community, thispicturesque hill is an attraction initself. 

3 Dhyanalinga Temple

Isha Yoga Center, Semmedu (P.O),Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641114,India

Scenic beauty, tranquillity and a dash ofspirituality; Dhyanalinga Temple willwelcome you with all these things. Primarilyknown as a popular meditation centre, thetemple promises you respite from themundaneness of daily life. It has a largecampus with a separate area for yoga andmeditation sessions. If you step inside youwill spot a huge idol of Nandi at the center(the famous bull who accompanies LordShiva) as the temple is dedicated to LordShiva.

The entire place has a rustic charm as it isdone in earthy colours and naturalmaterials. You will get to know manyinteresting things about Lord Shiva throughpaintings and stories which form an integralpart of this temple. Thronged by peoplefrom all walks of life, Dhyanalinga Temple issoaked in a rich dose of art and history.

4 Eachanari Vinayagar Temple

NH-209 Road, Eachanari,Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, 641021,India

The splendid architecture of theEachanari Vinayagar Temple is a visual treatin itself. Legends have their tales that thepresiding idol was being brought fromMadurai on a cart for establishing it in thenew temple. Along the way, wheels of cartbroke down on the highway and peopleaccompanying the cart tried to move theidol so that they could establish itsomewhere else. However, none of them

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succeeded and they decided to build atemple on the highway itself. Due to itslocation, you may face some problems inparking your vehicle but the temple is worthvisiting on your trip to Coimbatore.

5 Sree Ayyappan Temple

143, Chinnaswamy Naidu Road,Sidhapudur, Coimbatore, TamilNadu, 641101, India

Devoted to Lord Ayyappa, this beautifultemple is a revered site in Coimbatore. It'sconstruction deserves a special mentionhere as it is built in a traditional SouthIndian style with a close resemblance to thefamous Sabarimala Temple. Managed by SriAyyapa Seva Sangam Trustees, the templewitnesses lots of devotees all across theyear. You would be surprised to hear thatnot only the architecture of Sree AyyappanTemple resembles Sabrimala, the way ofperforming pujas as well as other rituals arealmost the same here. Talking about itsorigin, this temple was constructed in theyear 1976 by Sri Dharma Sastha Baktha Jana

Sabha, a famous trust in Coimbatore. 

Where To

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1 Shree Anandhaas

747, Puliakulam, Near Lakshmi MillsJunction, Puliakulam Road, Pudur,Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 411038,India

+91-87540-97777

Mostly known for its veg items,Shree Anandhaas is flocked by people whowant a bite of their favourite vegpreparations which are cooked under theexpert guidance of chefs. Compliment yourmeal with a steaming cuppa of coffee whichis available in quite a few flavours. When itcomes to ambiance, the place greets you

with a large eating out area which is doneelegantly with a cozy and comfortableseating arrangement. Enjoy the relaxing andcool ambience as you dig into a sumptuousfare.

2 Chin Chin

No 1075-1076, Residency Hotel,Avinashi Road, Coimbatore, TamilNadu 641018, India

+91-422-2241414

This upscale in-house restaurant atPresidency Hotel is a paradise for those wholove Chinese food. Every dish here ismeticulously prepared under expertguidance to satiate your hunger pangs. Ahappening restaurant in terms ofeverything, be it decor, ambiance or food,Chin Chin calls for a wonderful time withyour loved ones over hearty Chinese dishesand refreshing beverages. The quick andattentive staff just completes the picture.

3 Kowloon

60- B1, Sivakumar Street, SaibabaColony, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu641011, India

+91-422-2445693

Kowloon is a little hamlet at SivakumarStreet that promises to treat you with someof the most delicious Chinese preparations.It is one of the few restaurants that areknown for their Chinese feasts. Step in toenjoy a hearty Chinese meal and you will berelishing every bite. Some of the must havesare -- chop suey, pork and wontons! Theentire place is done up in dim lighting withan exquisite decor, adding a zing to yourdining experience!

4 Anjappar ChettinadRestaurant

356, Bhathiyar Road, Gandhipuram,Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, 641044,India

+91-422-2524441|+91-97886-44555

Craving for some authentic Chettinad non-veg food while you are roaming around the

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beautiful streets of Coimbatore? Make yourway to Anjappar Chettinad Restaurant and getyour wish fulfilled with some delectablepreparations the place has to offer. Themenu here boasts of a wide variety of non-vegetarian dishes; both Chinese and Indian.So you have the option to choose from avariety of rice/noodles, Mutton Chettinad(Chinese/Indian), egg delights, PrawnChettinad (Chinese), Fish Chettinad(Chinese/Indian) and a lot more! Enjoy yourmeal with refreshing drinks and giveyourself a treat. They also offer Halal food incase you want to try some. With awelcoming ambiance and nice staff, thisrestaurant surely is a crowd puller.

5 Geetha Cafe

3/4, Road Number 2, RamalingaColony, Bharathi Park, Coimbatore,Tamil Nadu 641043, India

+91-95859-19603

Geetha Cafe, a part of Geetha Hotel,promises a good time over healthy and tastyfood which is prepared from the freshestand finest ingredients. The delectablepreparations are made without usingelements that are known to be detrimentalto health. Most of the dishes here areprepared without using garlic and onion.Nestled in a lush green landscape, the cafeis worth checking out if you are inCoimbatore. Good ambiance, good serviceand excellent food; what more does oneneed for a delightful dining experience.

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SeeA: Kovai KutralamB: Marudhamalai TempleC: Dhyanalinga TempleD: Eachanari Vinayagar TempleE: Sree Ayyappan Temple

AccommodationF: Sai VillaG: Radisson Blu CoimbatoreH: Corner Stay Serviced Apartment-racecourseI: Sai VillaJ: Radisson Blu CoimbatoreK: Corner Stay Serviced Apartment-racecourseL: Sai VillaM: Radisson Blu CoimbatoreN: Corner Stay Serviced Apartment-racecourse

FoodO: Shree AnandhaasP: Chin ChinQ: KowloonR: Anjappar Chettinad RestaurantS: Geetha Cafe