MUDUMALAI WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

Isha Yoga Centre

Situated 67 kms away from Coimbatore, the sanctuary’s dense vegetation and favourable climate attract a variety of wild animals like tigers, leopards, elephants, deer, snakes and birds. Elephant rides are a major draw. Dormitory and hotel accommodation are available within the sanctuary.

THIRUMURTHY DAM

It is situated at the foot of Thirumurthy Hills, adjoining the Thirumurthy Dam. This is about 20 kms from Udumalpet on the highway from Palani to Coimbatore. A perennial stream flows by the side of the Amalingeswarar temple. Close to it is a refreshing waterfall. There is also a Crocodile Farm in Amaravathy Dam nearby. This place is being developed as District Excursion Centre.

THIRUMOORTHY TEMPLE

This is also a sacred place where there is a holy shrine. This lies 20 km away from Udumalpet on the Palani-Coimbatore highway. The temple is set on the foot of the Thirumoorthy Hills near the dam of the same name. A stream flows by the side of the temple and there are some waterfalls nearby. This is now being developed by the Tourism Department to make it a good District Excursion Centre.

THE SIRUVANI WATERFALLS AND DAM

This waterfall and dam are about 37 kms from Coimbatore. The water of Siruvani is known for its sweet taste. The panoramic views of the dam and the falls are enchanting.

Top Slip

A picturesque locale in the Annamalai Hills. It is about 37 kms from Pollachi (about 90 kms from Coimbatore).There are bungalows available within the sanctuary. For thrill seekers, accommodation is also available in a tree house.

The Isha Yoga Center situated at the foothills of Velliangiri, on the outskirts of Coimbatore, is the headquarters for Isha Foundation. Isha is a scenic spiritual destination and sacred space for self-transformation, where you can come dedicate time towards your inner growth. The center offers all four major paths of yoga-kriya (energy), gnana (knowledge), karma (action) and bhakti (devotion), drawing people from all over the world. Velliangiri Foothills, Isha Vihar Post Tel: 251 5345, 6am-8pm.

Marudhamalai Hill Temple

At an altitude of 500 feet, Marudhamalai Hill temple is scenically located at a distance of 15 km from the city limits. Beautiful weather, pristine clear views of the low-lying city can be had while going to the temple. An exquisitely carved statue of Lord Murugan is worth seeing. Most buses and special buses are granted by the devasthanam for taking the devotees to the temple on top of the hill.

Iskcon Temple

The ISKCON Temple in Coimbatore is a wellknown pilgrimage centre located in the heart of the city. It aims at spreading the science of Krishna consciousness with the help of the Bhagavad Gita. Spread across an area of 20,000 sq ft, the temple has an array of beautiful deities belonging to Radha Krishna, Jagannath, Baladev, Subhadra Devi and Prabhupada. Built in typical Tamil architecture, the temple complex has a gallery showcasing the different founders of ISKCON movement. The best time to visit the ISKCON temple. Tel: 96069 16200, Time : 7.15am-1pm & 4.50pm-8pm

Voc Park And Zoo

Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary, also known as Annamalai Sanctuary, is a favoured site for wildlife enthusiasts around Coimbatore. A part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, the sanctuary is known for its rich flora and fauna. The wildlife reserve is a natural habitat for animals such as panthers, tigers, elephants, spotted deer, civet cats and wild boars. The region is also referred to as a bird’s paradise as it houses different varieties of birds, including the Black-headed Oriole, Rocket-tailed Drongo, Tree Pie, Spotted Dove and Red Whiskered Bulbul.

AMARAVATHY RESERVOIR

VOC Park and Zoo is counted among the chief amusement centres in the region. This recreational centre is maintained by the Corporation of Coimbatore and is named after the famous freedom fighter, VO Chidambaram. The highlights of the amusement park include the aquarium and the mini zoo that is home to a vast variety of aquatic species and other animal life. Models of dinosaurs, golf swing, slides, train safari, see-saw and other play equipment for children are among the popular attractions in the recreational park.

SENGUPATHI WATERFALLS

This waterfall is located 35 kms from Coimbatore on the way to Siruvani. The location is pleasant and beautiful and tourists flock to this place like bees to honey.

RAMAR TEMPLE

Situated in Ramnagar, the Ramar temple is one of the holy places that attract devotees all year round. Dedicated to Lord Ram, the rituals and ceremonies are conducted regularly and with much fanfare.

ARULMIGU KONIAMMAN TEMPLE

Amaravathy Reservoir is one the major attractions in the city, constructed for the purpose of irrigation and maintaining the ecological balance of the region. Tourists throng the site to witness crocodiles and fish species in the dam at close quarters. As per official surveys, this reservoir has the distinction of being home to the maximum number of crocodiles and fisheries in South India.

Koniamman temple is a significant Hindu temple in the heart of the city near Townhall. It is considered a sacred place for marriages. Goddess Shakti Amman is the presiding deity here as Arulmigu Koniamman. It was built by Covan, a leader of Irula group 600 years ago. The village was called Covanputhur that time, which later changed to Coimbatore. The temple was renovated by the king of Mysore dynasty later and goddess Koniamman was consecrated, giving dharshan in the form of Mahishasuramardhini. Festivals held in this temple include pouchattu, akkinichatti, thiruvilakku pooja, theppam urchavam, and vasantha vizha. Tel: 239 6821, 6am-12.30pm & 4pm-9pm.

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WORLD STANDARDS OF COMFORT & LUXURY

Hotels, Serviced Apartments, Resorts...

WithCoimbatore on the textile and industrial map, you have non-residents flooding in to cut deals, attend conferences or just take a slice of India. For business visitors on short trips, budget hotels are a smart option. These places offer no frills in terms of room service or conference facilities, but more than make up in smart, clean, comfortable accommodation with en-suite bathrooms. The many four-star and five-star hotels dotting the Coimbatore cityscape offer the best amenities in luxury, style, and convenience, making your stay a true home away from home.

Five Star Deluxe Hotels

LE MERIDIEN

762, Avinashi Road

Tel: 236-4343

Rs 5000-50,000.

254 trendy rooms of world class facilities and amenities in its guestrooms and meeting rooms. 3 signature restaurants, 3 splendid bars, 3 meal restaurant, café and a wellequipped business centre.

THE RESIDENCY TOWERS

1076, Avinashi Road

Tel: 224-1414, Rs 5500-50,000++. 5 star deluxe luxury hotel offers spacious and comfortable rooms with thematic interiors. Located on a major arterial road which is just 20 minutes drive from the airport.

FIVE STAR HOTELS

VIVANTA - COIMBATORE

105, Race Course Road Tel: 668- 1000, Rs 5,00050,000.

WELCOMHOTEL COIMBATORE

1266/44, West Club Road, Race Course

Tel: 457-5004. Rs 7000+ tax.

RADISSON BLU COIMBATORE

164-165, Avinashi Road, Peelamedu

Tel: 222-6000, 95855-95315

Rs 6000-25,000+tax.

Four Star Hotels

HASH SIX HOTELS

257, Mettupalayam Road, Saibaba Colony; Tel: 455-1555.

Rs 4000-7499+

FAIRFIELD BY MARRIOTT

469/2B, Sitra, Airport Road Tel: 664 -4300.

Rs. 4800 ++

HOTEL CAG PRIDE

312, Bharathiyar Road Tel: 431-7777, Rs 3800-5400++

GOKULAM PARK

116/2, Avinashi Road, Mylampatti, Chinnayampalayam Post Tel: 262-6030, Rs Rs 3500-15000++

ZONE BY THE PARK

33/3, Avinashi Rd, Near Lakshmi Mills Signal Tel: 400-5000 Rs 4000-7499 + tax.

LEMON TREE HOTEL

173/3 & 174/4, Sri Rangalu Naidu Farms, Vilankurichi Road, Kalapatti; Tel: 220-5666, 86681-19970, Rs 3500-8000++.

KISCOL GRANDS

245A, Dr Rajendra Prasad Road, SN Das Layout, Tatabad Tel: 85086 64444, Rs 3200-7499.

Three Star Hotels

HOTEL SBS GRAND

58 DJ Nagar, Masakalipalayam Road, Hope College Tel: 433-4447, 98422-76111. Rs 2636–5500+

POPPYS VISTA

Avinashi Road, Tirupur; Tel: 04296-354-300, Rs 3600-7450. Enjoy peaceful stay in spacious bedrooms housed in double storey units spread across lush landscaping. Offer 24 hours check in/checkout facility, all day restaurant, outdoor pool & gym.

POPPYS TOWER

Race course Road; Tel: 434-6644, 498 0234

Rs 3000–5000 + taxes Superbly located at Race Course. 24 hours check in/check out for direct room bookings well appointed premium and club rooms, rooftop restaurant and cocktail lounge bar. 40 minutes to Coimbatore international Airport. reservationcbe@ poppystower.com www.the poppyshotel.com

METRO PARK INN

1000, Raja Street, Town Hall Tel: 420-3555, Rs 1500-4500+. Modern conveniences with traditional hospitality, close to business centres, shopping malls. Well-furnished a/c rooms with TV, direct dialling, safety locker, Wi-Fi, doctor on call. 24 hour coffee shop, rooftop restaurant, well-stocked bar, conference hall, travel desk, spa, fitness centre. Special rooms for the physically challenged.

THE GRAND REGENT

708, Avinashi Road Tel: 429-4455, 429-4444, Rs 3500-6500. A business class hotel with four star facilities operating from Avinashi Road, the most happening road of Coimbatore city.

HOTEL THEJAS PAARADISE

473, Kamaraj Road, Ramanuja Nagar Tel: 257-3993/94. Rs 1400-2750. Luxury and comfort rooms with complimentary breakfast, free wifi, restaurant, car parking. Close to tidel park, ESI medical hospital & college, codissa trade centre, airport. Well suitable for business travellers.

HOTEL CHENTHUR PARK

10/1-9, Avinashi Road, Near Coimbatore Airport, SITRA Tel: 427-9111/333. Rs 3500-8500+

THE ORBIS HOTEL

1562, Avinashi Road, Hope College, Peelamedu Tel: 439-9988, 439-7676, 96777-15900, Rs 3300-4250.

HOTEL GRAND TREE

65, Lajapathirai Street, Ramnagar; Tel: 355-8664, 94886-85881, Rs 2190–Rs 3140.

THE ACACIA HOTEL

2/177C, Avinashi Road, Chinniyampalayam, Tel: 96595-88999.Rs 2000–3500

HOTEL MAHI’S GATEWAY

5, Avinashi Road, Goldwin’s, Civil Aerodrome (PO) Tel: 262-7444, 262-7666, Rs 2500-4000.

ZIP BY SPREE HOTELS MANGALA

INTERNATIONAL

340, Nehru Street, Pera Naidu Layout, Ram Nagar; Tel: 223-2012, Rs 1500-2000++.

SPS GRAND INN

127, Gokale Street, Ram Nagar; Tel: 223-6666, Rs 3000-5000

HOTEL HERITAGE INN

73, Sivasamy Road, Ramnagar

Tel: 223-1451/9200, Rs 2200-3500.

JENNEYS RESIDENCY

2/2, Avinashi Road, Civil Aerodrome Post Tel: 433-5777, Rs 7400 to Rs 7499+

VIJAY PARK INN

101, Senguptha Street , Ram Nagar

Tel: 73737-88822, Rs.2750 + taxes

GRAND PLAZA

58, Geetha Hall Road Tel: 99527-10004. Rs 2000-4100

HOTEL IBIS COIMBATORE CITY CENTRE

Lakshmi Mills Junction, Puliakulam Road, Tel: 70944 46960. Rs 2999-3499.

HOTEL JUMP IN & OUT

21B, Avinashi Road, Sitra, Civil Aerodrome Post; Tel: 98940-93453, Rs Rs 2800-4000+.

HOTEL LE GRAND

196, Gokale Street, Ram Nagar; Tel: 223-0202, Rs 2000-3500.

VINAYAK HOTEL

61, Geetha Hall Road Tel: 94865-55555, Rs 850-3500+

SVARGA RESIDENCY

85, 1A Arun Nagar, Maruthamalai Main Road, Vadavalli Tel: 242-6655, Rs 1999-3499.

HOTEL SRIRAM INTERNATIONAL

18 & 19, State Bank Road Tel: 497-4442 Rs 1500-2499 ++

HOTEL THAAI

27, RHR Building, State Bank Road Tel: 439-1391, Rs 1500-3000++.

HOTEL LANDMARK

353/1, Bharathiar Road, Gandhipuram Bus Stand; Tel: 73730-44411, 11am-11.30pm. Rs 1800-2900+.

SREE ANNAPOORNA HOTELS

75, East Arokiasamy Road, RS Puram

Tel: 452-2333, Rs 1500-2900++.

PARK ELANZA

412, Dr Nanjappa Road Tel: 223 2000, Rs 4000+-12000+

HOTEL PRINCE GARDENS

28, Kalingarayan Street, Ram Nagar Tel: 400-0900, 73737-97941. Rs 2000 – 3500

Budget Hotels

HOTEL SRI KALIAPPA

262 & 263, Cross Cut Road, Gandhipuram Tel: 94437-30244, Rs 700 onwards.

SBS LODGE

155, 157, Avinashi Road, Civil Aerodrome Post; Tel: 257-2630, 98422-76111, Rs 800-1500.

AIBA REGENCY

28A, Geetha Hall Road Tel: 230-3737 98942-76989. Rs 800-2500.

ISTAY

5, Devi & Co Lane, Near Railway Station; Tel: 230-0000, Rs 2100++

HOTEL CITY TOWER

56, Sivasamy Road, Ramnagar; Tel: 423-6999, 223-0681, Rs 1450-5000+.

HOTEL GEO GRANDE

890, 11th Street, Cross Cut Road, Tatabad Tel: 437-2345, Rs 1456.

HOTEL SRI ASWINI DELUX

6 & 7, Kalingarayan Street, Ramnagar Tel: 223-8771/72, Rs 990-2750.

HOTEL ALANKAR GRANDE

10, Sivasamy Road, Ram Nagar Tel 437 8888, Rs 3752-4424.

HOLIDAY RESIDENCY

346, Thudialur Road, Saravanampatti Tel: 73971 23456, Rs 3000-5000+

ZIBE COIMBATORE BY GRT HOTEL

427, 2B, Avinashi Road, Peelamedu Tel: 452 9999, Rs 3000-6000++

Service Apartments

TULIP HOMES

48, Rajiv Gandhi Nagar, Sowripalayam

Main Road Tel: 259-0112, Rs 1800-3600.

CORNER STAY

4/1, Abdul Rahim Road, Race Course

Tel: 81440-22113

Rs 1999-2999,12pm-12am.

THULASIRAMS SERVICE APARTMENTS

451 - Kamaraja Road, Peelamedu Tel: 96771 11231, 24 hrs, Rs 2000+-4000+

RESORTS

ISHTA

11/1, East Venkatasamy Road, RS Puram; Tel: 98946-39777, Checkout time is 24 hrs. Rs 2500-7500. Located in prime residential area in RS Puram. It is a convenient and smart alternative to hotel room. We have flexible stay options to choose from 2 BHK & 3 BHK apartments. With close proximityto commercial area your stay becomes so convenient. Apartments are fully furnished with kitchen facility, makes you feel at home. www.ishtashortstay.com

HIVE

71-72, Hindustan Ave, Nava India, Avinashi Road Tel: 98422-13849, Rs 1650-3300+tax.

CRYSTAL LAKE SERVICE APARTMENT

5/6, Raja Street, Nanjappa Nagar, Singanallur; Tel: 496-1144, 12pm-11am. Rs 1800-6300.

BLACK THUNDER RESORT

Ooty Main Road, Mettupalayam

Tel: 97891-88866, Rs 4838-6136

GREAT MOUNT RESORTS

Meenakari Road, Vazhaikombu Nagoor Village, Pollachi Tel: 94890-46005, Rs 8399

THE DENSE FARM COTTAGE

Top Slip Road, Senthumadai, Pollachi Tel: 97900-41415, Rs 7000.

MY VILLAGE - ECO RURAL RESORT

Opp Arsha Vidya Gurukulam, Anaikatti Post; Tel: 222-8000, 2pm-12noon, Rs 8450+

SR JUNGLE RESORT

927, KK Nagar Main Road, Anaikatti; Tel: 96555-12345, 2pm-12noon, Rs 7500++

TUSKERS – HILL BY POPPYS

Sholayoor Panchayat, 1412/2, 1412/3 Varagampadi Village, Anaikatti; Tel: 95141-42222, 24 hours, Rs 5500+

DVARA RESORT

Perumal Kovil Pathy, Near Karunya Post

Tel : 73391-11222, 98946-11958, approx Rs 6000-7400+tax A boutique resort for the discerning traveller, steeped in Tamil culture, transcending time. A carefully crafted experience from end-to-end with simple hospitality, rich heritage and wholesome lifestyle of the past. A great quick get-away, nestled in serenity, all amenities included.