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Coimbatore, one of the largest cities in Tamil Nadu, is well connected to other parts of the country via air, rails and roads. Often termed as ‘Manchester of South India’, the city is scenically located on the banks of River Noyyal and has host of natural attractions. Some of the major tourist spots in Coimbatore are the V.O. Chidambaram Park, Nehru Stadium, Forest College Museums, City Museum and Black Thunder amusement Park. There are many other attractions that are located stone’s throw away from the city. They include Madhumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, Annamalai Wildlife Sanctuary, Thrimurthy Dam and Kodaikanal. Though Coimbatore can be visited throughout the year but the best time is during the months of December to March, when the weather is cool and pleasant. Best Season to visit Coimbatore is from September to March. September to March is ideal for all kinds of tourist activities including sight seeing, shopping and spending leisure time in the beaches.April and May are suitable for shopping and beach visits in the evenings. June to August are good for short trips. Keep a watch on sudden rains.

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Category : Nature & River

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 641001

STD Code: 422

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Best Time to Visit:  Sept – Mar

HistoryEdit

Coimbatore history highlights the city, to have been formed part of the Kongu country and was initially inhibited by the tribes, dating back to the Sangam age (3rd century B.C. to 3rd Century A.D.). The city was then annexed by the Rashtra Kutas and later by the Chola kings. The Chola rule was followed by the Chalukyas, pandayas and the Cysalas before falling under the hands of the Madurai Sultanets. However, during the wars fought between the years 1377-78, the kingdom was ruined due to the conflict between the of Muthu Veerappa Nayak and Tirumal nayak. Hyder Ali of Mysore took over the reigns of Coimbatore in the year 1799. Earlier known as Kongunad, the name Coimbatore was rechristened by the British. In many parts of the Coimbatore, it is still referred through its native name – Kovai. In the later part of the 18th century, due to the fall of Tipu Sultan, the city came under the territory of the East India Company and remained under the British governance till India’s independence in 1947. Coimbatore is popular for playing a significant role in the movement of independence. This small hamlet of Tamil Nadu today is an important hub for textile and engineering.

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : Coimbatore Airport, known as Peelamedu Airport, is at a distance of 10 km from the city center. Taxi will charge about Rs 200 from airport to city. Coimbatore is connected by air to airports in South India, especially to Chennai. Chennai and Karipur airports are nearest international airports which are well connected to many gulf countries and other foreign cities.

By Train : Coimbatore junction is a major railway station in Southern railway. It is well connected to all the rail heads in India.

By BUS : State road transport corporations of Tamil Nadu and Kerala operate many bus services from Coimbatore connecting various cities in the state. Many Super deluxe buses connecting Coimbatore to Trivandrum, Cochin, Chennai, Kozhikode, Hyderabad and Bangalore are available. These buses charge about Rs 3 – Rs 4 per km.

By Taxi : Call taxis in Coimbatore are aplenty and they normally charge a minimum charge of Rs 35. Call taxis and auto rickshaws can be taken from the railway station or bus stand. Call taxis charge around Rs 14 per kilometer after the initial amount. These can be preferred at night time.Kovai Call Taxi- Ph: 0422 4221787,Kannan Travels- Ph: 0422 2301281

By Other : Auto rickshaws are a preferred mode of transport for tourists, as this mode of travel is quicker and faster. However, auto rickshaws in Coimbatore do not run on meter and they may charge any amount that they deem fit. For this reason, it would be prudent on your part to be familiar with the general local rates before boarding one. There are no separate night fares.

Top HotelsAdd

Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

Hotel Thaai ; R H R Building, S B I Road, S B I Road, Coimbatore, TN 641018 ‎ ; Ph – 0422 230 2736 ‎ ; Facilities – Room service, travel desk, attached bath with 24hours H/C running water, in-house restaurant, parking facillity.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Shona ; 3rd St, Gandhipuram, Coimbatore, TN 641012 ‎ ; Ph – 0422 249 3770 ‎ ; Facilities – Room service, attached bath with H/C running water, travel desk, in-house restaurant, doctor-on-call, laundry, parking facillity, telephon, TV.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel City Tower ; 56,Sivasamy Road,Ram Nagar,Coimbatore,Tamil Nadu 641009, Sivasamy Rd, Ram Nagar, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641018 ‎ ; Ph – 0422 223 0681 ‎ ; Facilities – 24houres Room service, travel desk, attached bath with 24hours H/C running water, in-house restaurant, parking facillity.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

Hotel Cag Pride ; 312, Bharathiyar Road,, Coimbatore, TN 641044 ‎ ; Ph – 0422 252 7777 ; Facilities – 24houres Room service, attached bath with H/C running water, travel desk, in-house restaurant, doctor-on-call, laundry, parking facillity, telephon, TV.

Top RestaurantsAdd

• That’s Y Food ;  24/49, TV Swamy Road East, TV Swamy St, RS Puram, Coimbatore.
  ; M –  0422 436 5117 ; Food Serve :  Chinese

• Hotel Mangala International ;  340, Nehru St, Ram Nagar Coimbatore. ; M –  0422 223 2012 ; Food Serve :  Indian

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Must ShopAdd

Sari & T-shirts ; SINGAPORE PLAZA ;  350, Oppanakara St, Townhall, Coimbatore-641001. ; Ph/M:  0422 – 395727

Nightlife (Pub / Disc / BAR)Add

My Bar ; Hotel Balaji International, 300, 2nd Street, Gandhipuram, Coimbatore- 641012, Tamil Nadu ; Ph/M: (0422) 2493555, (0422) 2497001 ; Cost:  N.A ; Food Serve : N.A
Bike And Barrel ; The residency, 1076, avinashi road, coimbatore, tamil nadu, india ; Ph/M: 91-422-2241414 ; Cost:  N.A ; Food Serve : N.A

SpaAdd

Petals spa ;  48, Near park avenue, Race course road, Coimbatore Racecourse, Coimbatore – 641018 ; Ph/M – 8148109350 (0422) 3234414 ; Cost:  N.A ; Services –  Body Massage Centres, Unisex Beauty Parlours, Hair Stylists.
Aqua Spa ;  Shop No T 18 A, 3rd Floor, Brooke Fields, No 67-71, Oppsite To KFC, Krishnaswamy Road, Brookebond Road, R S Puram, Coimbatore – 641002 ; Ph/M – (0422) 6739371 ; Cost:  N.A ; Services –  Body Massage Centres, Massage Centres For Men, Beauty Spas

FestivalAdd

Koniamman Car Festival ; Venue:  Coimbatore ; Period :  1st March. ; Details:  Koniamman Car Festival in Koniamman temple in Coimbatore is an important event every year. Koniamman car festival is celebrated every year on 1st March. Thousands of devotees come here to pull the car through the important streets of Coimbatore. The procession starts from the temple and the chariot is drawn via Big Bazaar Street and finally the chariot is parked at the Raja Street in its parking space. Tamil New Year is also equally important and popular among the devotees. And this is celebrated during the month of April. This Koniamman temple is situated in the heart of the city near to Town hall in Big Bazaar Street. Aadiperuku is celebrated in August at Koniamman temple with great importance and during this period thousands of devotees come to this temple to offer their prayers. Navarathri festival is equally celebrated with great enthusiasm at Koniamman temple with excellent decoration of the deity and special poojas performed all through the nine days of Navarathri.

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