Coimbatore Tourism

Kovai Kutralam  is a scenic spot with a gentle waterfall originating on the Siruvani hill ranges. It is located on the Western Ghats mountain range that lies to the west of this city at a distance of about 35 kms from Coimbatore. The siruvani dam is just above this water fall and this place is under the control of forest department. Permission has to be sought from them to visit this Kovai Kutralam Falls. Limited bus service is available from the city and this area is out of bounds after 5 pm. This is the only place near Coimbatore where you find a nice enchanting waterfall. Kovai Kuttralam is a scenic waterfalls amidst a protected forest area near Coimbatore. It situated in the road that goes to Siruvani Dam from Coimbatore (Okkadam-Perur-Karunya). Its better to have our own mode of transport as government busses stop at the first check post (where one road goes towards Siruvani Dam and another towards Kovai Kuttralam) which is around 4 KM before the second one, beyond w...

“Considered to be the second sweetest lake water in the world and well-known for its tasty water, both the dam and water falls is extremely beautiful.” Tucked away in lush green forest, Siruvani Falls are a sight to behold and no wonder is a popular tourist attraction for nature lovers. Seeing the waterfall from a distance is one thing but standing under it is a different experience altogether. And then there is the scenic Siruvani Dam which was built by the state government for meeting the requirements of locals. Both the waterfall and dam are ideal places to plan a day picnic and end your day in the most memorable way. Direction: Situated at Siruvani Hills at a distance 37 km away from Coimbatore & 6 km (3.7 mi) from Karunya University. Sadivayal Checkpost, where an entry fee Rs. 50 is charged, at the gateway to the waterfalls. Private vehicles are not allowed after this point, however vehicles arranged by forest department can be used for the conveyance to the point w...

Vydehi Falls are known to be one of the beautiful places in Tamil Nadu. This place is famous for it's smooth sloppy rocks that offer a picturesque sight of the mountain ranges. It's important to know that one needs to seek permission from the forest authority to visit the region. Also, make sure you take a forest guard along as the region is home to various wild animals. It is a fine place where the water flows gently over the sloppy rocks that has a smooth surface for a gliding experience. It is located on the west side on the Western Ghats region about 35 kms from this Coimbatore city. Located near the Narasipuram village in the Siruvani main road, its just an hours drive from the city. We have to walk for about 15 to 20 minutes through the forests from the check post to reach the falls. There is public transport only till Narasipuram village. Hence its advisable to make transport by your own. It falls under the forest jurisdiction and hence proper permission is to be soug...