Comprising of various tourist destinations Coimbatore has everything for all age groups including a beautiful botanical garden, wildlife sanctuaries and dams. If you stay in Hyderabad and are craving for a peaceful weekend away from city life, then Coimbatore is the best place for you. Just book your tickets on one of the Hyderabad to Coimbatore flights as it takes just 1 and a half hours to reach the city. Here are some of the places you should visit in Coimbatore.
1. Botanical Garden: Situated at a close distance from Coimbatore are Coonoor and Kotagiri boasting of crisp mornings and blustery quiet nights of Ooty. The botanical gardens built up by the Marquis of Tweeddale in 1847, are a noteworthy attraction for people visiting the city. Trout angling is a well known game at Avalanche, 24 kms few kilometers from the city. It has different acclaimed spots – Doddabetta, Lamb's rock and Pykara Lake.
2. Kodaikanal: 138 kms from Coimbatore, at the southern tip of the Palani Hills, lies Kodaikanal. Thick greenery, perfectly clear springs, waterfalls and cloudy cool air – Kodai one of the most prevalent hill stations in South India. The hill sides overflow with the Kurinji flower which sprouts once in 12 years. The Bear shola falls, Kodai lake, Coaker's Walk, Bryant park, Silver course, and Kukkai hole are some of the alternate spots worth going by.
3. Parambikulam Aliyar Project: The venture comprises of a progression of dams interconnected by passages and channels for outfitting the Parambikulam, Aliyar, Thunakadavu, Thekkady, Nirar, Sholayar and Palar waterways, lying at different rises, for watering system and power generation. The plan is an exceptional case of building ability. It is situated in Anamalai range and is perfect for picnics. Overnight stay is conceivable in forest rest houses.
4. Anamalai Wildlife Sanctuary: This sanctuary is arranged at a height of 1,400 meters in the western ghats close to Pollachi. The region of the sanctuary is 958 Sq. Kms. It has different sorts of fascinating fauna like elephant, gaur, jaguar, pangolin, tiger, dark headed oriole, green pigeon, sloth bear, and civet feline. The Amaravathy supply in the Anamalais has countless number of crocodiles.
5. Thirumurthy Dam: Arranged at the foot of Thirumoorthy Hills, Thirumurthy Dam is around 20 kms from Udumalpet on the thruway from Palani to Coimbatore. A river streams by the side of the Ramalingeswarar sanctuary and close-by there is a waterfall. The Crocodile Farm at Amaravathi Dam is close-by. This spot is now being prepared as the District Excursion Center.
With so many amazing places to visit in Coimbatore, pack your bags now and book your tickets on the Hyderabad to Coimbatore flights in advance to save time and money.
Martin Wynn
