Coimbatore top attractions A must visit places of Coimbatore
The western ghats, a queen of hills hosts a lot of unexplored places which are more beautiful and must visit for tourists.
Here we bring 9 offbeat tourist places you can visit from Coimbatore which are absolute heaven for a weekend travelers, nature & wildlife lover, Trekkers etc.
This list is based on the location’s distance from Coimbatore. If we have left out any place or if you know any such offbeat places feel free to comment, so that others can know about them.
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1.BARALIKAADU
BARALIKAADU – Distance from Coimbatore – 70 kms
Reach through Karamadai – Velliyankadu – Mulli – Baralikadu
Although Baralikadu has become familiar with people, it still is a wonderful place that is ideal for a day trip. Well maintained by forest department, the Forest Department along with the local tribes conducts campaigns where you can enjoy the Parisal rides, Swim, Eat Tribal food etc. To book your trip, you have to contact the Forest Department.
2.KODIVERI FALLS
KODIVERI FALLS -Distance from Coimbatore – 75 kms
Reach through Annur – Puliyampatti – Sathyamangalam – Kodiveri
Kodiveri, a small Dam and Waterfall is a good place to visit with family for a day trip. Popular among locals, Bathing & Swimming in the falls is itself a memorable experience. In dry seasons water will be less. Best time to visit – September to December
3.SILENT VALLY NATIONAL PARK
SILENT VALLE NATIONAL PARK – Distance from Coimbatore – 90 kms
Reach through Anaikatti – Kottathara – Attapadi – Silent Valley
The core of Nilagiri Biosphere Reserve area, Silent Valley has its name from the eerie silence that is spread throughout the place. One of the few unexplored Rainforests in Tamilnadu Kerala Border, Silent Valley is a serene beauty. Book your trek, safari & Stay in River Huts with the guidance of Forest Department Officials who maintain this Reserve Forest
4.Manjoor-Ooty
Manjoor-Ooty- Distance from Coimbatore – 90 kms
Reach through Anaikatti – Attapadi – Mulli – Manjoor
Manjoor lies in the mid point of one of the less travelled but the most beautiful routes to Ooty from Coimbatore. It is one of the most beautiful places in Nilgiris situated near the even more beautiful Avalanche & Upper Bhavani. Visit Avalanche, Upper Bhavani Dam but you will need DFO permissions to go but Worth visiting.
5.Parambikulam
PARAMBIKULAM- Distance from Coimbatore – 100 kms
Reach through Pollachi – Anaimalai – Sethumadai – Top slip – Parambikulam
Parambikulam Tiger Reserve Forest is a biologically rich ecological portion in the Southern Western Ghats. Forest Department has taken over the reserve forest and allowing people for different kinds of activities like Trekking, Safari, Jungle Camp experience etc.
6.GERMALAM – HASANUR
GERMALAM – HASANUR – Distance from Coimbatore – 100 kms
Reach through Annur – Sathyamangalam – Hasanur – Germalam
A heaven for riders, nature & wildlife lovers – this place doesn’t have lot of sightseeing but you should definitely visit it once. Ride through the Dark forest roads & spend a night there enroute to Mysore or Kollegal which itself is a very thrilling experience. The ride experience & the overnight stay will last forever in your heart.
7. Thengumarahada
Thengumarahada – Distance from Coimbatore – 100 kms
Reach through Annur – Puliyampatti – Bhavani Sagar – Thengumarahada
Thengumarahada, a village situated in the Sathiyamangala Forest is the perfect offbeat place near Coimbatore. A beautiful river named Mayar lies between us & the village which we have to cross to reach the village. A place for Off-road adventures & Trekking enthusiasts but need permission from DFO to visit there. Take a 4 x 4 wheel drive vehicle to experience the off-road adventures. Enroute visit Bhavani Sagar Dam & Eat Tasty Dam Fish.
8.NELLIYAMPATHY
NELLIYAMPATHY – Distance from Coimbatore – 110 kms
Reach through Walayar – Kanjikode – Erimayur – Nenmara – Nelliyampathy
A small yet beautiful hill station near Coimbatore that is suitable for a day trip & trekking lovers. Nelliyampathy is known for its Orange Farms & beautiful views that offer. Don’t miss the Nelliyampathy Beauty View point which will give you definitely give you goose bumps.
9.MUKURTHI NATIONAL PARK
MUKURTHI NATIONAL PARK – Distance from Coimbatore – 120 kms
Reach through Ooty – Pykara – Mukurthi
Another one of the offbeat places in the Nilgiris and is one of India’s first Bio-Forest. This place is a popular attraction for many Wildlife lovers & Nature Enthusiasts. Trekking difficulty ranges from Medium to High difficulty due to the weather conditions. Enroute visit Pine Forest Shooting Spot, Pykara Falls.
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