Coimbatore Tourism

G.D.Naidu (1893 – 1974) was an eminent inventor and industrialist from Coimbatore, India. What’s interesting about this inventor is he never studied more than the primary level! In fact, even at an young age, he hated the system so much that the threw mud in the face of his teachers (Twice. Back then, there were no slates but one needed to write using fingers on sand). So, naturally he was sent out of school and perhaps that should have been a very happy incident for our young G.D.Naidu! It seems he was quite mischievous during his early years and he is even believed to have lit a whole stack of hay which was kept over a cart, just for fun The G.D.Naidu museum and industrial exhibition in Coimbatore contains an impressive collection of various electrical/electronic/scientific devices and gadgets that has been in existence since very early years to the recent times. In fact, one visit to this museum would make you familiar with the different types of film cameras, projectio...

Maharaja Theme Park is an amusement park located in Coimbatore , Tamil Nadu , India . The park also has movie screens attached with the park.    (15 kms,30 Minutes from city) It consists of various water Games which will be best fun and variety in entertainment - lots of games, movies, and food courts It was opened to the public in April 2006. Tamil Actor Suriya opened this theme park Maharaja Theme Park Opposite PSG Foundary, Neelambur, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641014 Tel: 0422 - 2628998 Mobile: 9842712128 Theme Park Timing: 10:30 am to 6:30 pm

Kovai Kondattam   in Coimbatore is an amazing theme park for family and children in particular. It is located on the Perur – Siruvani main road and lies about 3 kms from the Perur temple. It has plenty of water games for children in addition to a fine play park with lots of play things. Kids are sure to enjoy their visit to this park which provides them ample facility to make merry and to have endless fun. The things available are dashing cars for small kids, wave pool for all, water dance, rock climbing etc. Corporate meetings can also be held with the entire infrastructure around here. Product launches, presentations, casual get together, birth day parties etc can all be hosted at Kovai Kondattam. It proves a good place for family and friends to meet and share glorious moments. In short this place is certainly a perfect amusement park for all lying so near to this city. Address : 2/347, Siruvani Main Road, Kalampalayam, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641010 Hours :...

Black Thunder   is a water theme park located in   Tamil Nadu ,   India . It is situated at the foot of   Nilgiris   near   Mettupalayam , in Coimbatore 40 km north of the city and occupies an area of about 75 acres (300,000 m 2 ). The park offers about 49 rides, Surf Hill and the Wild River Ride notable among them. The park has a hotel situated within its premises. It charges (per Person In Rs.) Adult 690/-, Child(3 To 10 yrs) 590/-, School 390/-, College 490/-. It is owned by LA Group which also owns Jenney Club Residency on Avinashi Road, Coimbatore. Website: http://btpark.org/

Palamalai, is a small hill near near the sub-urban areas of Coimbatore. From the center of the city, it is located at around 25 KM distance. One needs to go to the Mettuppalayam Road, Periyanayakan Pirivu, Kovanoor and Palamalai. The roads are quite ok, and there was a road going over this small hill To Reach: Board any bus from Coimbatore ( Gandhipuram Moffusil Bus stand) and get down at Periya Nayakkan Palayam (LMW). From Periya Naicken Palayam, take a bus West to Kovanur (about 4kms) From Kovanur, a jeep (shared basis) will cost Rs. 10-Rs.20 to reach the hill temple ( 4kms) in about 20minutes. 1km from Kovanur, from the foot of the hill, there are also steps to walk up to the temple ( about 2kms- it will take about 45minutes to climb up the steps) Bus from Railway Station / Gandhipuram (Bus No. 32) at 5.30 am will take you to Kovanur by 6.4 5am. From Kovanur, direct bus ply to the temple at 7.00 am and 8.30 am. Road is built for the transportation in Palamalai hills. ...

Velliangiri trek is one of the best treks in the Western Ghats near Coimbatore, through forests to reach a Siva Temple at 1790 meters above sea level. Also Known as the "Thenkailayam - Kailash of the South", these mountains are held and revered on par with spiritually most powerful place on the planet - Mount Kailash, the legendary abode of Lord Shiva. On the top of the Velliangiri Mountains, Shiva is worshipped as Swayambhu, one who is self-created and in this form, he graces the devotees. Located on the Western Ghats, the hills are a part of the famous Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, the Velliangiri Hills are considered as the Kailash of the South. The hills are a popular pilgrimage spot as well. The lush hills are a trekker's paradise as they are located at an altitude of 2438 meters, so do carry your walking shoes when you make your way to this picturesque landscape. Myth: These mountains became sacred because of a long time ago devotee of Shiva. There was a youn...