8 Things You Can Do To Experience The Best Of Coimbatore!

“The Manchester Of South India”, “Hardware Hub Of Tamil Nadu”, “Industrial Powerhouse”;  These labels associated with the great city of Coimbatore makes it seem like an influential and dynamic metropolis that serves as a land of opportunities for many. We can’t outrightly disagree with that stance but just to make it clear, Coimbatore is much MORE than that! A holistic gem of a city that exudes culture, aesthetic pleasure, dynamic lifestyle and visual marvel, Coimbatore truly symbolizes all there is to appreciate about Tamil Nadu. Hence, to give you a taste of this power-packed district, we’ve compiled a few things you can engage to get the best of the city’s offerings! 

1. Delve Into Soothing Yogic Practice & Meditation @ Isha Yoga Center 

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One could say that this place has been deemed as the undocumented symbol of the city and will surely be every local’s recommendation for tourists to visit. The Isha Yoga Center functions as the headquarters of the famous Isha Foundation, which runs under the aegis of Sadhguru. The Yoga Center is a haven that promotes the notions of self-actualisation and holistic wellbeing through the practices of Yoga and meditation. Although the establishment is visited by patrons and followers, the majestic 112-feet long bust of Lord Shiva i.e The Famous Adiyogi Statue makes it an immensely popular tourist attraction as well! 

Where | Maharani Avenue, 1st phase

2. Take A Quick, Therapeutic Drive Down To Kovai Kutralam 

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Coimbatore comes with an abundance of mini road trip destinations which makes it super convenient for the burned-out souls to escape from their desolate atmospheres for a while. Kovai Kutralam is one such destination and it houses everything one would require from a relaxing retreat into the woods. The majestic waterfall gushing down Siruvani hills coupled with vibrant, sprawling vegetation all-around accounts for the undisturbed peace one needs to recover from the mundane city life.

3. Go For A Thrilling Trek @ Mudumalai 

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The thrill-seekers of Coimbatore need not look further beyond the state borders to satiate their adrenaline rush. Mudumalai is a tiny village situated at the foothills of the majestic Nilgiris. This one-stop-destination for witnessing nature in its pristine, untainted essence offers a myriad of activities like trekking trails and jungle safaris. A paradise for nature-lovers, Mudumalai seems to strike the right chord between comfort and serenity. The vivid biodiversity makes the perfect companion if you ever take a trip down here!  

4. Embrace The Best Of Wildlife @ VOC Zoo

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It has been established clearly that the people of Coimbatore have a fervent interest in the great outdoors and the V.O Chidambaranar Park or VOC Zoo is one such place that celebrates just that! With oodles of families visiting the Zoo frequently, you can very well perceive how fascinating their in-house attractions are. With a multitude of animal species, a train-ride, a makeshift dinosaur park and various confectionary stalls inside, the VOC Zoo provides one of the best spots of recreation in town that’s fun for the entire fam. 

Where | 24, Jail Road ATT Colony, Gopalapuram
Timings | 10:30 AM - 6 PM
Entry Fee | Rs 10 

5. Learn About Automobile Intricacies @ Gedee Car Museum

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One of the most sophisticated and well-planned automobile museums in the world, The Gedee Car Museum is an automobile gallery of sorts that celebrates the fascinating notions of motorcars and the personal automobile collection of the famous industrialist, GD Naidu. The museum has a remarkably diverse collection of automobiles from different parts of the world like Germany, USA, Britain, France and more! The best part is that it’s not just for show; as relevant information about each vehicle’s origin and functioning has been laid out thoroughly. Thus, making it a delight for enthusiasts as well as non-enthusiasts.

Where | President Hall Building, 734, Avinashi Rd, Race Course
Timings | 9 AM - 5 PM (Monday Closed)
Entry Fee | Rs 50

6. Bask In The Divinity Of Lord Murugan @ Marudhamalai Muruga Temple

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Deemed as one of the most significant Lord Murugan temples in the country, it goes without saying how important an attraction this must be for Coimbatore itself! The Marudhamalai Temple is situated atop a hillock that offers scenic wonders to view when you reach here. This majestic shrine of Lord Murugan features some fine work of Dravidian architecture and many patrons tread the entire hillock for a makeshift pilgrimage-essence to reach this architectural and spiritual wonder! You definitely wanna visit this temple in the winters, especially during January and February to witness the famous Thaipusam festival. P.S. Make sure you check out the awe-inspiring sunrise-view from here! 

Where | Temple Rd, Marudhamalai Adivaram
Timings | 5:30 AM - 1 PM & 2 - 8:30 PM

7. Cool Off @ The Marvellous Vaideki Falls 

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Vaideki Falls comprises a few discernible elements that make it worth visiting - the magnificent backdrop of the majestic Western Ghats, the intoxicating freshness emitted by the encompassing vegetation and the enchanting blue waters hosing down the mini-boulders scattered across the lagoon, only to refresh the souls of those patient travellers. This must-visit natural landmark is the most accessible one in the region; so much so that you can take a cab or an autorickshaw to reach here. Calm your pent up frustrations at this immensely therapeutic waterfall.

8. Take A Diverse Culinary Journey At The Myriad Eateries

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Well, food is always an important aspect of tourism, what else do you think fuels your body to galavant like pilgrims all day? Situated in Tamil Nadu, one could always imagine South Indian food to be the forte of the eateries in Coimbatore. Albeit a fair assumption, but when in Coimbatore, you better broaden the spectrum of imagination because you’ll find oodles of eateries serving all sorts of cuisines you could think of! From authentic Chinese grub at Peiking and cheesy American Pizzas at the classic Papa John’s to good ol’ South Indian grub at Sree Annapurna hotel, your culinary needs will be taken care of effortlessly at Coimbatore!

So, which of these things will you be trying first?