Coimbatore, the second-largest city in Tamil Nadu, has an area of 246.75 sq. km. The city is a popular hub for automobile parts, well-known schools and colleges, engineering companies, industries and health care. Coimbatore is popular as a tourist destination due to its location amidst nature on the banks of the Noyyal River and one side by the Western Ghats.
Things to do in Coimbatore
Being located on a hill station, Coimbatore offers various scenic locations where you can enjoy your day. If you crave peace and want to get relaxed, then the best thing you can do is visit Beypore Beach. If you want to learn about the history of the city and view art pieces, visit the Gass Forest Museum. Other museums that you can visit are the Kasthuri Sreenivasan Art Gallery and Textile Museum. You can also go on a wildlife safari at the Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park.
Tourist attractions in Coimbatore
Major tourist destinations in Coimbatore include Monkey Falls where you can have fun by the waterfall. Adiyogi Shiva Statue is a majestic statue of Shiva that you can adore in Coimbatore. To spot varied biodiversity of flora and fauna, you can visit Annamalai Tiger Reserve. You can also take advantage of a quaint view at the Doddabetta Peak and relax at the top for a while.
Places to shop in Coimbatore
Coimbatore is famous for hand-woven khadi products and handicrafts; therefore, to shop for these products, you can visit the Khadi Kraft store and Khadi Bhavan. For Chennai Silk sarees, you can stroll around crosscut road and you will find ample stores that offer quality sarees. Lakshmi Complex, Brookfield’s Mall, Fun Republic Mall and Singapore Plaza are a few more shopping places in Coimbatore.
Best time to visit Coimbatore
The city of Coimbatore witnesses a tropical climate all year round, although, it is best to visit the city between September and March.
Modes of transport
Coimbatore is well-connected by rail, road and air, therefore commuting inter-city and outside is very easy. Government and private buses, cabs, taxis and auto-rickshaws are the common modes of transportation in the city.
Weather in Coimbatore
Coimbatore has pleasant weather throughout the year. The temperature during summers ranges from 20°C to 40°C, while winters witness temperature from 15° C to 33°C. Monsoon in Coimbatore lasts from July to September.
Airport in Coimbatore
IndiGo offers international and domestic flights from and to Coimbatore International Airport (IATA: CJB).