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One of the most important cities of Tamil Nadu, Coimbatore is called the "Manchester of south India" and is the third largest city in the state. The headquarters of the Nilgiri region its exposure to the Palaghat gap of the Western ghats gives Coimbatore a salubrious climate. A highly industrialized city, it is centre of textile manufacturing in the state - there are over hundred mills in and around Coimbatore. Primarily a business centre it is also known for the manufacture of motor pumpsets and various engineering and electronic goods.
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Tamil Nadu, the southern most state of India, is known chiefly for its towering temples, magnificent Gopurams, silks and incense. The golden beaches of Tamil Nadu make sun-bathing while sipping coconut water, an unforgettable experience. This state has been the focal point of peace and knowledge since time immemorial.
Destinations in Tamil Nadu
How to Get There:
Coimbatore is on the international circuit. The airport is 15 kms from the city. By rail Coimbatore is well connected to Chennai and some other important cities by train. By road Coimbatore is well connected.
What to See:
Marudamalai
13 km North West of Coimbatore. Marudamalai means Master of Hills, abounding in Marudha trees.
Perur
The temple is located in Perur, 6 km from Coimbatore on the Siruvani main road, on the banks of the Noyyal river. Lord Nataraja and His Natya Sabha is worth seeing here. The statues in this mantapam are very beautiful.
Coimbatore is also the country's motor racing hub. The city has a Formula 3 Category circuit, as well as three Go-Kart circuits. National Champion races for Formula racing (Cars), Motorcycle racing, Go-Kart racing are held in Kari Motor Speedway. The Coimbatore Golf Club is home to a major 18-hole golf course. The Coimbatore Cosmopolitan Club, which is more than 100 years old, was founded for Indian members only, in response to the English Coimbatore Club, which did not admit Indians until the 1950s. The Coimbatore Flying Club is located in the Coimbatore airport premises. Race Course Childrens Park is an oval shaped park with lots of tress and flowers. The main attractions within the VOC Park include a roller stakes training ground, mini zoo and a toy train for joyrides. The Tamil Nadu Agricultural university houses a botanical garden. Coimbatore City has many lakes. Some are Singanallur Lake, Kuruchi Lake, Valankulam Lake & Krishnampathy Lake.
