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Hill Stations Near Coimbatore

Are you stressed out at work? Do you fear that a roadblock is fast approaching due to the boring routine life? It is always better to take some time off with your friends or family to recharge yourself! Well, there is no better way to get rid of your mechanical lifestyle than an escape to a hill station where you can forget about all the hustle and bustle of your mundane life.

The southern urban center of Coimbatore, owing to its unparalleled location, that is fenced by the Western Ghats chain of mountains to the West, the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve and reserve forests on the north, Noyyal River on the south, is fortunate to have a substantial influence of nature all around. The city offers a lot of exciting getaway options in the nearby region scattered with hill stations.

Hill Stations around Coimbatore

Hill stations near Coimbatore have scenic spots, strikingly expressive surroundings, lovely lakes, foggy mountains, lush green fields and what not! It is truly heaven, and one should be fortunate to explore those hill stations which feature great beauty and splendor. After a day or two in the hill stations near Coimbatore, you will start feeling envious seeing the local people who are enjoying the beauty of the place on a daily basis!

Popular Hill Stations near Coimbatore

Coonoor

Conoor near Coimbatore

A typical hill station, Coonoor is situated at an elevation of 1,850 metres above sea level, and is regarded as the second most prominent hill station in the Nilgiri hills. Coonoor is a trekker's paradise that it offers something to everyone from hard-core trekkers to first-time trekkers. 

The most preferred trekking trails by the visitors leads to Lamb’s Rock, which is located just 9 km away from Coonoor. The Lamb's Rock is basically a high place which affords stunning views of the tea and coffee vegetations in the vicinity.

Tourists once reaching the rock will not see anything other than green in color. A bit, more steps will take the visitors to Lady Canning’s Seat, which offers a bird's eye view of the Nilgiris. Further trekking will lead to the Dolphin’s Nose, which offers a jaw-dropping view of scenic Catherine Falls. Some of the other popular tourist spots of Coonoor include Sim's Park, Droog Fort, Law's Falls, Katary Falls and so on.

Coonoor Quick Facts:

Distance from Coimbatore: 67.3 km
Best time to visit: Throughout the year

Things to do in Coonoor: Coonoor offers a wide range of shopping options to visitors as the hill station is famous for petit point embroidery stitch products, furniture, shadow-worked bed spreads, Authentic handlooms, celebrated Nilgiri tea, and a range of exotic fruits like ambrosia, mulberry and so on.

Distance Chart:
Coonoor to Ooty - 19.6 km
Coonoor to Thiruvananthapuram - 455 km
Coonoor to Bangalore - 285 km
Coonoor to Hyderabad - 860 km
Coonoor to Chennai - 530 km

Kotagiri

Kotagiri near Coimbatore

Another big name in the list of spectacular hill stations of the Nilgiris. Located at an elevation of 1,793 metres above sea level, Kotagiri is fenced by lush tea vegetations all around. Concurring with the other hill stations of the Nilgiris, Kotagiri too is long-familiar for its assorted trekking options. 

The most preferred trekking trails of Kotagiri hill station include Kotagiri to Longwood Shola, Kotagiri to St. Catherine Falls and Kotagiri to Kodanad. As a matter of fact, the trekking trails in Kotagiri are one among the best way to explore the scenic beauty of the region.

Some of the other places of interest in Kotagiri are Kodanad View Point, St. Catherine Falls, Longwood tropical forest, Rangaswamy Peak and Pillar and so on.

Kotagiri Quick Facts:

Distance from Coimbatore: 65.4 km
Best time to visit: Throughout the year

Things to do in Kotagiri: Kotagiri offers a great deal for Chocolates, Coffee, Tea, Various oils like Camphor oil, Wintergreen oil, Tea tree oil, Lavender oil, Clove oil, Candles, Toda embroidery products, etc.

Ooty

Ooty

A distinctive tourist spot which attracts visitors from all over the world and a striking representative of a perfect hill station, Ooty is located at an elevation of 2,240 metres above sea level. Ooty is the most renowned hill station of the Nilgiris and fondly called as Udhagamandalam in the regional language, Ooty delivers a genuinely awe-inspiring visual treats and unforgettable experience to the visitors over the years. Furthermore, Ooty is the first choice for couples who are planning for a romantic honeymoon getaway.

Some of the popular attractions of Ooty include Bakasura Malai, Botanical Gardens, Doddabetta peak, Annamalai Temple, Rose gardens, Wax Museum and so on.

Ooty Quick Facts:

Distance from Coimbatore: 85 km
Best time to visit: Throughout the year

Things to do in Ooty: Ooty trip will not be complete without trekkign through tea vegetations, tasting the world-famous Ooty choclates, going for a horse ride, boating in Ooty lake and what not. It is aperfect spot to outspread your wings enjoying the true beauty of nature.

Valparai

Hill Station near Coimbatore

Yet another popular hill station which features endless carpet of green fields, Valapari is located at an elevation of 3,500 metres above sea level on the Anaimalai Hills of the Western Ghats. 

The best road route to reach Valapari is from Azhiyar (Aliyar) as the itinerary provides an exciting opportunity to pass through 40 breath-taking hairpin bends. The hill station is bordered by Anamalai Tiger Reserve sanctuary, which is illustrious for its rich flora and fauna.

Some of the top laces of interest en route to Valparai and in the nearby locations include Chinnakallar Falls, Loams View point, Tiger Valley, Number Parai, Nallamudi Poonjolai, Sholayar dam, Nirar dam,  Koozhangal River, Karamalai Annai Vellankanni Church, Balaji temple and so on.

Valparai Quick Facts:

Distance from Coimbatore: 108 km
Best time to visit: Throughout the year

Kodaikanal


Hill station near Coimbatore

Kodaikanal, fondly called as the Princess of Hill Stations, is situated in Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu. The delicately beautiful hill station is located at an elevation of 2,133 metres above sea level was actually established during the year 1845 by American Christian missioners and English administrative officials. Kodaikanal, the mere word reminds of grass fields, eucalyptus trees, forests, majestic mountains, flower beds, streaming falls and many other scenic realities.

Some of the top attractions of Kidaikanal include Bear Shola Falls, Berijam Lake, Coaker's Walk, Green Valley View, Guna Caves, Bryant Park, Kodaikanal Solar Observatory, Pillar Rocks, Kurinji Andavar Murugan Temple, Pine Forests, Shembaganur Museum of Natural History, Silver Cascade and many more.

Kodaikanal Quick Facts:

Distance from Coimbatore: 172 km
Best time to visit:
Peak season of the year: April to June

Things to do in Kodaikanal: The local people are warm and welcoming; trekking is most preferred in the pollution-free atmosphere, enjoying the beauty of the place, passing through English abodes, Churches and so on. Kodaikanal offers a great deal on chocolates and Eucalyptus oil too.

Distance Chart:
Kodaikanal to Madurai - 115 km
Kodaikanal to Chennai - 517 km
Kodaikanal to Bangalore - 464 km
Kodaikanal to Mysore - 346 km
Kodaikanal to Thiruvananthapuram - 334 km

Yercaud

Yeracud near Coimbatore

A famous hill station of Tamil Nadu, is located in the Salem district in the Eastern Ghats at an elevation of 1,515 metres above sea level. Fondly referred as the Jewel of the South, Yercaud is famous for coffee, Oranges, Bananas, Pears, Jackfruit and many other natural products. 

The weather condition of Yercaud is pleasant throughout the year as the mercury will not rise above 29 °C or go down 13 °C. The beautiful hill stations many fun activities of which trekking is the major one.

Some of the top attractions of Yercaud hill station are Killiyur Falls, Yercaud Lake, Green House, The Grange, Pagoda Point, Rose Garden, Silk Farm, Heaven's Ledge, various view points, Sri Lalitha Thripura Sundari Amman Temple, Anna Park,  Festival (during May every year) and so on.

Yercaud Quick Facts:

Distance from Coimbatore: 193 km
Best time to visit:
Peak season of the year: March to June

Distance Chart:
Yercaud to Madurai - 266 km
Yercaud to Chennai - 358 km
Yercaud to Bangalore - 229 km
Yercaud to Mysore - 283 km
Yercaud to Thiruvananthapuram - 562 km

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