Coimbatore is a city in the state of Tamil Nadu. The land area of the city is 246.8 sq. km and its population is around 1.6 million. The city is known for the manufacture of motor pump sets and varied engineering and handloom products.
Coimbatore is called “Manchester or Detroit of Southern Asia” due to extensive industrial activity.
Things to do in Coimbatore
Coimbatore has a lot to offer to make your travel experience memorable. The city has several places that interest the tourists, and one can visit historical landmarks, buildings, wildlife reserves, cultural art centres, and parks. One can seek blessings at some of the famous temples like Dhyanalinga Yogic temple and Pateeswarar Temple, boasting of great architecture and sculptures. One can also visit Valankulam Lake and Kovai Kutralam waterfalls.
Tourist attractions in Coimbatore
There is no dearth of tourist attractions in Coimbatore. Popular places are Siruvani Waterfalls, Noyyal River, Thirumurthy Hill Temple, Velliangiri Hills, Monkey Falls, Aliyar Dam Reservoir Park, Palani, Voc Zoo, Shola Forest and Singanallur Lake.
Places to shop in Coimbatore
You can go shopping in the main markets on Oppanakara Street, Raja Street, Rangai Gounder Street, and Sukrawar. You can also visit Poompuhar Handicrafts Emporium, a government-owned emporium. Other popular places are Sri Lakshmi Shopping Complex, Avinashi Road and Big Bazaar Street.
Best time to visit Coimbatore
Although the temperature is enjoyable throughout the year, the best time to visit the city is from October to March as it is the winter season, and the temperature is ideal for all types of activities, from shopping to sightseeing.
Modes of transport
The buses operated by Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) and other private operators are large in number and operate on more than 250 routes. There are also plenty of cabs and taxis available.
Weather in Coimbatore
The hot season is for around two months, from March to May, with an average daily high temperature above 34°C and the cold season is for three months, from October to January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
Airport in Coimbatore
IndiGo offers domestic flights and international 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 www.goindigo.in.