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Coimbatore- "The Textile Capital Of South India"
Or " The Manchester Of The South"
Coimbatore
is one of the most industrialised cities in the state. Popularly known as
"The Textile Capital of South India" or "The Manchester of
the South", the city is situated on the banks of the river Noyyal.
Located in the shadow of the Western Ghats, Coimbatore enjoys a very
pleasant climate the year round, aided by the fresh breeze that flows in
through the 25-km long Palakkad gap.
The Textile Industry Of Coimbatore
The rich black soil of the region has contributed to Coimbatore's
flourishing agriculture industry and, it is in fact that the successful
growth of cotton that served as a foundation for the establishment of its
famous textile industry. The first textile mills came up as far back as
1888 but there are now over a hundred mills. The result has been a strong
economy and a reputation as one of the greatest industrial cities in
South India.
Coimbatore serves as an entry and exit point to neighbouring
Kerala and the
ever-popular hill station of
Udagamandalam
(Ooty). It is the disembarking point for those who want to take the
Mountain train that runs from Mettupalayam, just 35 km from Coimbatore.
Anamalai
Wildlife Sanctuary
Anamalai wildlife sanctuary is about 90-km from Coimbatore and is
situated at an altitude of 1,400 meters in the Western Ghats near
Pollachi. The area of the sanctuary is 958-sq-kms. An ecological paradise,
this sanctuary encompasses a National Park. It has just recently been
renamed Indira Gandhi wildlife sanctuary.
Black
Thunder Amusement Park
Black Thunder, a water sports and amusement park is situated about 40-km
from Coimbatore on the Ooty
main Road. When you need time off from the rest of the world, time to be
with your family, time to share moments of adventure and fun with friends,
time for children to experience fun and joy, time to take a break- Black
Thunder is your destination.
Topslip
It
is a picturesque locale in the Anamalai Hills. It is about 37-km. from
Pollachi. This small town is an ideal picnic spot.
Thiruppur
An important textile centre in Coimbatore district, it is also famous for
hosiery products. Thiruppur is also closely associated with ' Thiruppur
Kumaran ' one of the valiant freedom fighters. It is 50-km from
Coimbatore.
Parambikulam-Aliyar Multipurpose Project
Parambikulam-Aliyar Multipurpose Project project consists of a series of
dams interconnected by tunnels and canals for harnessing waters of the
Parambikulam, Aliyar, Nirar, Sholiyar, Thunakadavu, Thekkadi and Palar
rivers, lying at various elevations, for irrigation and power generation.
The scheme is an outstanding example of engineering skill. It is located
in the Anamalai range.
V O C Park
Named after the freedom fighter V.O.Chidambaram, the VOC Park is the most
appropriate place to go with children. The Coimbatore Corporation
maintains the park. The Park houses a mini Zoo, models of prehistoric
dinosaurs, Children' Train, Swing, Slider, Seesaw and other play equipment
and is more like an amusement park for the children. The park has a
stretch of grass patch conveniently mowed to sit on.
Thirumoorthy Temple
Thirumoorthy Temple is situated at the foot of Thirumoorthy Hills
adjoining the Thirumoorthy Dam. This is about 20 km from Udumalpet on the
Highway from Palani to Coimbatore. A perennial stream flows by the side of
the Sri Amalingeswarar temple and nearby there is a waterfall. The
Crocodile Farm at Amaravati Dam is just 25-km from here. This place is
being developed as a District Excursion Centre. Regular buses are
available from Udumalpet.
Perur
Patteeswaraswamy Temple
Perur Patteeswaraswamy temple built by Karikala Cholan is located 7-km
west of Coimbatore near river Noyyal. Coimbatore has many temples out of
which the Perur Patteeswara Swamy temple is the most popular one. The
temple upholds huge statues. The significance of Perur temple in earlier
days is unfolded in the poetic creations of Arunagiri Nather and Kachiappa
Munivar.
Marudamalai
Temple
About 12-km away from Coimbatore railway station is the Marudhamalai
temple of Lord Muruga. The temple is situated on the Marudamalai (Maruda
is the colloquial form of Marunthu, which means medicine and Malai means
mountain) mountain and is one of the most visited temples in the region,
the reason being that the presiding deity, known as "Dandayuthapani"
is believed to have performed several miracles here.
Khadi Gandhi Gallery
The Government set the Khadi Gandhi gallery up in Coimbatore on 15th of
July 1970. The gallery displays pictures of Gandhi right from his birth to
his death. Separate cubicles are arranged for each phase in Gandhi' life,
which pictures all major events that occurred in his life. There are
interesting collections of rare photographs titled 'Journey through
Harijan Life', 'Family', 'Friends', 'Independence Struggle', 'Jail Life'
and "Peace Talks'. Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated with grandeur in this
gallery and the collector visits the gallery during 'Gandhi Jayanti' and
participates in the function followed by bhajans.
Forest College Museum
The Forest College is one of the oldest of its kind in the country. The
Forest College is situated 3.5 km north of the railway station of
Coimbatore. The college museum is worth a visit. The museum preserves the
fossils of plants and animals. The museum also has dead specimen of plants
and animals of rare variety. The museum also has a special advisory
counter offering service to promote businesses related to plant husbandry.
Government Museum
The government initiated the museum in 1989. The museum is situated in
VOC Park Road, which bears the remnants of various tribes of the place.
The museum is compartmentalized into 5 sections. The museum bears fossil
remains and age-old tools. The megalithic burial materials, treasure trove
materials, ancient coins and decorative artifacts are few among the rare
items that are displayed. There is a separate section for old rocks,
minerals and wood fossils and tribal medicinal plants.
The
Siruvani Waterfalls and Dam
The Siruvani waterfalls and the dam are located at a distance of 37-km
west of Coimbatore. The water of Siruvani is known for its minerals and
taste. The panoramic view of the dam and the falls are of enchanting
beauty.
Sengupathi Water Falls
Sengupathi Water Falls are situated 35-km from Coimbatore on the
Coimbatore - Siruvani main Road.
Monkey Falls
65-km from Coimbatore and 27-km from Pollachi on
Coimbatore-Pollachi-Valparai Highways are the Monkey Falls, a famous
picnic spot.
Vaideki Water Falls
Located 30-km from Coimbatore via. Narasipuram village are the Vaideki
Falls. It is a fine picnic spot for trekkers.
Air: Peelamedu airport is 10-km from the city, which
operates regular flights to
Bangalore ,
Mumbai,
Chennai,
Kochi and
Madurai.
Rail: Coimbatore is a major railway junction on the Southern
Railways and has trains to
Chennai,
Rameswaram,
Madurai,
Bangalore ,
Mumbai,
Kanyakumari, Kozhikode, Mettupalayam,
Kochi and
Delhi.
Road: Coimbatore is connected by road with all major places in
South India. For local transportation, city buses, taxis and auto
rickshaws are available. State Transport Corporation ply mini luxury
coaches between various points in the city and airport.
Being a major city of the state, Coimbatore offers various accommodation options for tourists. There are star hotels, moderate class and small budgeted hotels and lodges. Accommodation is also available at the Railway Retiring Room, Railway Station Corporation; Bus Stand Rest House, Central Bus Stand; and Sports Development Authority Dormitory.
Coimbatore is a major industrial centre in Tamil Nadu noted
for its textile mills and engineering industry. Some of the main places to
shop in Coimbatore are: -
1) Big Bazaar, Oppanakkara Street
2) Raja Street, Ranga Gownder Street
3) Sukravar Pettai (for Handloom Saris)
4) Poompuhar Handicrafts Emporium
5) Co-optex
6) Khadikrafts
7) TANSI Sales Centre are
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE: -
Tourist Information Counter
Government of Tamil Nadu, Railway Junction, Coimbatore.
Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation Ltd.
Dr. Nanjappa Road
Coimbatore - 641018
ATM CENTRES: -
Global Trust Bank
Times Bank
HDFC Bank
ICICI Bank
Indian Overseas Bank
BANKS: - Bank of India
Indian Overseas Bank
State Bank of India
Central Bank of India
Bharat Overseas Bank
Bank of Baroda
Canara Bank
ANZ Grindlays Bank
ICICI Banking Corporation Ltd
HOSPITALS: -
Kovai Medical Center and Hospital (KMCH)
Post Box No.3209 Avanashi Road, Coimbatore-641014.
G. Kuppuswamy Naidu Memorial Hospital
P.O No.6327, Pappanaickenpalayam,
Coimbatore-641 037.
United Hospitals
Kalapatti Road, near SITRA
Coimbatore-14.
Sheela Hospital
46, East Power House Road
Coimbatore-12, India.
Sri Ramakrishna Hospital
395,Sarojini Naidu road,
Coimbatore-44, India
Arvind Eye Hospital
Avinashi Road
Coimbatore-14.
Kongunad Hospital (P) Ltd
79, 11th Street, Tatabad
Coimbatore-12.
Ponniah Hospital
232, East Thiruvenkataswamy Road, R.S Puram
Coimbatore-641002.
RESTAURANTS: -
Afghan Grill Restaurant
The Residency - Afghan Grill
Avinashi Road, Coimbatore - 641018
Chin Chin Restaurant
The Residency Chinese Restaurant
Avinashi Road, Coimbatore - 641018
Cloud 9 Restaurant
36, Sivasamy Road, Ramnagar
Coimbatore - 641009
Hotel Mangala International
340, Nehru Street, Ramnagar
Coimbatore - 641009
Orchard Restaurant
36, Sivasamy Road, Ramnagar
Coimbatore - 641009
Peking Chinese Restaurant
MR Complex, DB Road
Sri Rayappas Restaurant
1/367, Bharathiyar Road, Sidhapudur
Coimbatore - 641004
Area: 23.5-sq-km
Population: 7,04,514 (1991 Census)
Latitude N: 10° 10' and 11° 30'
Longitude: E 76° 40' and 77° 30'
Altitude: 43.2 m
Clothing: Light Cottons
Languages Spoken: Tamil, English, Telugu and Malayalam
STD Code: 0422
Climate: Tropical
Temperature Range (deg C):
Summer- Max 39.4ºC, Min 23.3ºC
Winter- Max 32.8ºC, Min 20.7ºC
Rainfall: 92.2 mm
Bannari - 83-km
Bhavani - 121-km
Cochin - 163-km
Coonoor - 85-km
Kodumudi -105-km
Palani - 105-km