Welcome to Coimbatore, Coimbatore is also known as Kovai. Coimbatore has secured the titles -“ The Manchester of South India” & “The textile capital of south India” due to its potential capabilities. It is the second largest city of TamilNadu with a population hitting 1.25 million and is one of the fastest growing metros in India. It is situated at the foot hills of Nilgiris, known for its adorable climate, pleasant atmosphere, cosmopolitan outlook and private enterprise and on the banks of river Noyyal, in the shadow of Western Ghats.
The city is situated on the banks of river Noyyal. Coimbatore existed prior to the 2nd cenury AD as a small village capital called Kongunad until it was brought under chola control in the 2nd or 3rd century Ad by Karikalan, the first early Cholas. The other great rulers of this city were Rashtrakutas, Chalukyas, Pandiyas, Hoysalas and the Vijayanagara Kings. The small village was also named as 'covanpudur' after the leader of this group, whose name was 'covan'. According ro the 'Cholan Poorva Pattayam' in the Madras Oriental Manuscript Library this Covanpudur later changed as 'Coimbatore' and it is by this name that it is known today, except in Tamil, in which the city is called Kovai. The rich black soil of the region has contributed to Coimbatore's flourishing agriculture industry and it is in fact, the successful growth of cotton has served as a foundation for the establishment of its famous textile industry.
There are more than 50,000 small, medium and large scale industries and textile mills. Coimbatore is also famous for manifacture of motor pumpsets and different types of engineering products, due to which it has earned the title "The Detroit of the South". The development of hydro electricity from Pykara falls in 1930's led to the cotton cultivation in Coimbatore. The result has been a strong economy and a reputation as one of the greatest industrial city in the south and hence it is called 'The Manchester of South India".
In Coimbatore there are about 50,000 small, medium and large scale industries. It has More than 5 Universities, More than 25 Engineering Institutions & More than 100 arts & science colleges and also is home to a large number of textile mills, textile machinery manufacturers, hosiery units and engineering industries. Coimbatore is one of the most industrialized cities in the state. In addition to all these, Coimbatore has also been an administrative head quarters for more than 200years aging from the British rule.
Coimbatore city is located at the junction of the three modern southern states TamilNadu, Kerala and Karnataka with a greater proximity to many important cities of South India. It is well connected to all main parts of India by air and land transport. This friendly city has a very pleasant climate and is surrounded by major tourist spots. The picturesque hill stations of Ooty, Munnar and Kodaikannal, the temples of Perur, Palani which are of good historical importance, the city of Tamil literature, Madurai, the nearby enticing Kerala with its enchanting back-waters and Ayurvedic health resorts are all at a few hours drive from Coimbatore.
Coimbatore serves as an entry and exit point to neighboring Kerala and the fantastic hill station of Udagamandalam(Ooty). It is the fascinating point for those who want to take the mountain train that runs from Mettupalayam, just 35 kms away from Coimbatore. The major attractions of Coimbatore include Anamalai Wild life Sanctuary, which is about 90 kms from Coimbatore and is situated at a height of 1,400mtrs in the Western Ghats near Pollachi and has recently been renamed Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary.
If we travel 37kms from Pollachi, we would land in a picturesque locale in the Anamalai hills called Vaideki waterfalls. This small town is an ideal picnic spot. 40 km from Coimbatore, on Ooty main road, is the City’s favorite water theme park,”Black thunder” located. It would serve as an ideal time pass for you and your entire family. Parambikkulam Aliyar Project stands as a good example for engineering skill. It is located in the Anamalai Range.
Coimbatore is an enticing city. It serves all the needs of tourist people by welcoming them with its warm climate and friendly attitude. Do visit Coimbatore and make your tour an unforgettable one.
About Pollachi
Pollachi is a town and a municipality in the Coimbatore district of the Tamil Nadu state of INDIA. It is located 40 km south of Coimbatore. It is an important commercial area in the region and has a big market for agricultural products. Coconuts and tender-coconuts are exported from here to all over India. coconuts and second biggest sandhai (market) in the country, the town has now become famous for cinema shootings and consequently a huge tourist attraction. Next to Coimbatore, Pollachi is the leading town in the district and an important commercial centre.
Pollachi is the nearest town to the Indira Gandhi National Park. Due to its proximity to the Western Ghats, Pollachi has a pleasant climate throughout the year. Pollachi is also famed for its market, especially for Jaggery and cattle. The Jaggery Market in Pollachi is the Asia's biggest Jaggery Market.
Due to its proximity to the Western Ghats, Pollachi has a pleasant climate throughout the year. It is one of the very few places in India to enjoy both North-East and South-West Monsoon seasons significantly. Temperature may never exceed 35 degree celcius even during summer.
About Udumalpet
Udumalai also known as Udumalpet is a town and a municipality in Tirupur district, Indian state of Tamil Nadu.Poor Man's Ooty, as it is called, the Udumalpet town is one of the famous summer resorts of Tamil Nadu, surrounded by Mountains on three sides. Its name in the ancient days was "UDUMALAI" and due to its rural atmosphere, it was also named as Pettai. In latter period it was changed as "UDUMALAIPETTAI" in Tamil. The city was previously under Coimbatore district but was moved under the newly formed Tirupur district in October 2008. The change was opposed by many of the residents but it was not reverted back.
In short known as Udumalai, the city is surrounded by the high mountains of Western Ghats on three sides. This Municipal town has a population of about 60,000. Udumalpet is an industrial town with number of textile, paper and farming related industries established here.
Famous landmarks and monuments in and around the town includes Thirumoorthy Hills, which has the Thirumoorthy water reservoir that provides water supply to the town, Mariamman Temple, an old worshiping place in the town centre and Amaravathi Reservoir, across Amaravathi river which provides irrigation to the agricultural lands around the town. Both Thirumoorthy Hills and Amaravathi Reservoir provide recreational activities such as boating, fishing and hiking and attract tourists from other parts of the state.
Udumalpet lies between the famous temple town of Palani (35 km) and Pollachi (28 km)on the National Highway No.209. Udumalpet is also connected by a metre gauge railway line. Udumalpet assembly constituency is part of Pollachi Lok Sabha constituency.
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The city is situated on the banks of river Noyyal. Coimbatore existed prior to the 2nd cenury AD as a small village capital called Kongunad until it was brought under chola control in the 2nd or 3rd century Ad by Karikalan, the first early Cholas. The other great rulers of this city were Rashtrakutas, Chalukyas, Pandiyas, Hoysalas and the Vijayanagara Kings. The small village was also named as 'covanpudur' after the leader of this group, whose name was 'covan'. According ro the 'Cholan Poorva Pattayam' in the Madras Oriental Manuscript Library this Covanpudur later changed as 'Coimbatore' and it is by this name that it is known today, except in Tamil, in which the city is called Kovai. The rich black soil of the region has contributed to Coimbatore's flourishing agriculture industry and it is in fact, the successful growth of cotton has served as a foundation for the establishment of its famous textile industry.
There are more than 50,000 small, medium and large scale industries and textile mills. Coimbatore is also famous for manifacture of motor pumpsets and different types of engineering products, due to which it has earned the title "The Detroit of the South". The development of hydro electricity from Pykara falls in 1930's led to the cotton cultivation in Coimbatore. The result has been a strong economy and a reputation as one of the greatest industrial city in the south and hence it is called 'The Manchester of South India".
In Coimbatore there are about 50,000 small, medium and large scale industries. It has More than 5 Universities, More than 25 Engineering Institutions & More than 100 arts & science colleges and also is home to a large number of textile mills, textile machinery manufacturers, hosiery units and engineering industries. Coimbatore is one of the most industrialized cities in the state. In addition to all these, Coimbatore has also been an administrative head quarters for more than 200years aging from the British rule.
Coimbatore city is located at the junction of the three modern southern states TamilNadu, Kerala and Karnataka with a greater proximity to many important cities of South India. It is well connected to all main parts of India by air and land transport. This friendly city has a very pleasant climate and is surrounded by major tourist spots. The picturesque hill stations of Ooty, Munnar and Kodaikannal, the temples of Perur, Palani which are of good historical importance, the city of Tamil literature, Madurai, the nearby enticing Kerala with its enchanting back-waters and Ayurvedic health resorts are all at a few hours drive from Coimbatore.
Coimbatore serves as an entry and exit point to neighboring Kerala and the fantastic hill station of Udagamandalam(Ooty). It is the fascinating point for those who want to take the mountain train that runs from Mettupalayam, just 35 kms away from Coimbatore. The major attractions of Coimbatore include Anamalai Wild life Sanctuary, which is about 90 kms from Coimbatore and is situated at a height of 1,400mtrs in the Western Ghats near Pollachi and has recently been renamed Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary.
If we travel 37kms from Pollachi, we would land in a picturesque locale in the Anamalai hills called Vaideki waterfalls. This small town is an ideal picnic spot. 40 km from Coimbatore, on Ooty main road, is the City’s favorite water theme park,”Black thunder” located. It would serve as an ideal time pass for you and your entire family. Parambikkulam Aliyar Project stands as a good example for engineering skill. It is located in the Anamalai Range.
Coimbatore is an enticing city. It serves all the needs of tourist people by welcoming them with its warm climate and friendly attitude. Do visit Coimbatore and make your tour an unforgettable one.
About Pollachi
Pollachi is a town and a municipality in the Coimbatore district of the Tamil Nadu state of INDIA. It is located 40 km south of Coimbatore. It is an important commercial area in the region and has a big market for agricultural products. Coconuts and tender-coconuts are exported from here to all over India. coconuts and second biggest sandhai (market) in the country, the town has now become famous for cinema shootings and consequently a huge tourist attraction. Next to Coimbatore, Pollachi is the leading town in the district and an important commercial centre.
Pollachi is the nearest town to the Indira Gandhi National Park. Due to its proximity to the Western Ghats, Pollachi has a pleasant climate throughout the year. Pollachi is also famed for its market, especially for Jaggery and cattle. The Jaggery Market in Pollachi is the Asia's biggest Jaggery Market.
Due to its proximity to the Western Ghats, Pollachi has a pleasant climate throughout the year. It is one of the very few places in India to enjoy both North-East and South-West Monsoon seasons significantly. Temperature may never exceed 35 degree celcius even during summer.
About Udumalpet
Udumalai also known as Udumalpet is a town and a municipality in Tirupur district, Indian state of Tamil Nadu.Poor Man's Ooty, as it is called, the Udumalpet town is one of the famous summer resorts of Tamil Nadu, surrounded by Mountains on three sides. Its name in the ancient days was "UDUMALAI" and due to its rural atmosphere, it was also named as Pettai. In latter period it was changed as "UDUMALAIPETTAI" in Tamil. The city was previously under Coimbatore district but was moved under the newly formed Tirupur district in October 2008. The change was opposed by many of the residents but it was not reverted back.
In short known as Udumalai, the city is surrounded by the high mountains of Western Ghats on three sides. This Municipal town has a population of about 60,000. Udumalpet is an industrial town with number of textile, paper and farming related industries established here.
Famous landmarks and monuments in and around the town includes Thirumoorthy Hills, which has the Thirumoorthy water reservoir that provides water supply to the town, Mariamman Temple, an old worshiping place in the town centre and Amaravathi Reservoir, across Amaravathi river which provides irrigation to the agricultural lands around the town. Both Thirumoorthy Hills and Amaravathi Reservoir provide recreational activities such as boating, fishing and hiking and attract tourists from other parts of the state.
Udumalpet lies between the famous temple town of Palani (35 km) and Pollachi (28 km)on the National Highway No.209. Udumalpet is also connected by a metre gauge railway line. Udumalpet assembly constituency is part of Pollachi Lok Sabha constituency.
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