Coimbatore is a city in southern India, also known as Kovai. It is the second-largest city of Tamil Nadu. It is a perfect blend of nature’s beauty, commercialization and modernization. Travelling from Coimbatore to other places is made easy with IndiGo’s Coimbatore to Pune flights.
Things to do in Coimbatore
Dive at Kovai Kondattam: Kovai Kondattam is an amusement park, built by actor Vijay. It is located about two kilometres away from Perur. You can spend hours here at the numerous water-based and dry rides.
Visit at VOC Park and zoo: It is an Amusement Park cum Zoological Garden with a play area for the kids, an aquarium and a Jurassic Park. It is a preferred picnic spot for families.
Kovai Kutralam Falls: You can also spend a day in the lap of nature at this beautiful fall located 37 kilometres away from the city.
Tourist attractions in Coimbatore
Marudhamalai hill temple: Located at the height of 500 ft on the Western Ghats, this temple is famous for its deity of Lord Muruga.
Isha Yoga Centre: This centre was founded by Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev at the base of Velliangiri Mountains, 18 miles from Coimbatore. This centre organises the Isha Yoga Program ranging from a period of three to seven days.
Adiyogi Shiva statue: It is the biggest bust statue of Lord Shiva in the world. It is carved out of 500 tonnes of steel and stands at a height of 112 feet.
Places to shop in Coimbatore
Coimbatore is popular for textiles and is called the Manchester of the South. Main markets include Oppanakara Street, Raja Street, Ranga Gounder Street, Sukrawar Pettai, Poompuhar Handicrafts Emporium, and Khadi Crafts.
Best time to visit Coimbatore
Best time to visit Coimbatore is during the winter months as the weather during these months is pleasant and not very hot.
Modes of transport in Coimbatore
There is Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) as local bus network, rental cars, and cabs as the common sources of commutation in Coimbatore.
Weather in Coimbatore:
Coimbatore experiences hot and humid summers, average to heavy rains and not too cold winters. Temperature ranges between 18°C to 40°C.
Airport in Coimbatore
There is only one airport in Coimbatore, namely Coimbatore International Airport served by six domestic and two international airlines. It is about 15 km away from the city.
Address: Airport Rd, Civil Aerodrome Post, Tamil Nadu
IATA Code: CJB