Coimbatore, also known by the name of Kovai & Koyamuthur, is one of the major cities in the state of Tamil Nadu. The land area of the city is 246.8 sq. km and has a population of around 1.6 million. Coimbatore is one of the largest exporters of jewellery, cotton, wet grinders and auto components.
The city is a major hub for manufacturing, education and health care in the state. Coimbatore is also called “Manchester of South India”, being home to more than 25,000 small, medium and large industries into textiles.
Things to do in Coimbatore
Coimbatore has everything that makes a holiday experience perfect. Be it historical temples, ultramodern buildings, beautiful mountains or colossal waterfalls, Coimbatore is never short of things to do in the city. One can go for trekking and camping, visit Black Thunder Amusement Park, take a food tour, choose amongst endless opportunities for shopping, experience wildlife in 3D, go for a wildlife safari or admire the magical nature at Valankulam Lake.
Tourist attractions in Coimbatore
Coimbatore has a lot to offer with regards to the tourist attractions. Some of the popular places are Vyasaraj Mutt, Kottaimedu, Kottaimedu Mosque, Town Hall, Delite Theatre (Variety Hall), Plague Mariamman Temple and Black Thunder Amusement Park.
Places to shop in Coimbatore
The shopping experience in the city is remarkable due to the excellent local connectivity. Some of the popular places to shop within the city are Brookfields Mall, Shree Devi Textile, S K Pearls & Crafts, Fun Republic Mall, Town Hall, Lakshmi Complex, Crosscut Road and R S Puram.
Best time to visit Coimbatore
Coimbatore witnesses pleasant weather all throughout the year, although, to make the most out of your trip, the best time to visit is between September and March
Modes of transport
There is no problem with local transportation to reach every part of Coimbatore. The buses operated by Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) and other private operators are large in number. There are also plenty of cabs and taxis available.
Weather in Coimbatore
The hot season is for around 2 months, from March to May with an average high temperature of 34°C and the cold season is for 3 months, from October to January with an average temperature below 30°C.
Airport in Coimbatore
IndiGo offers international and domestic flights to and from Coimbatore International Airport (IATA: CJB), located about 10 km from the centre of the city. To know more, visit the flight schedule page on IndiGo’s official website.