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Kodiveri Dam
Situated on the Bhavani River near Gobichettipalayam in Tamil Nadu, Kodiveri Dam is a scenic picnic spot and a major tourist attraction in the place. The dam is not only a tourist spot but it also provides irrigation water for over 25000 hectares of land. In addition to that, there is also a park constructed at the bottom of the dam that has several attractions, rides and games for the entertainment of the tourists.
The gushing river water from across the dam forms a little waterfall that is a pure visual delight. The gurgling cascading water is not very heavy and softly falls to the ground. For the same reason, it is safe to take a dip in the falls or even enjoy swimming here. The area is also inhabited by coracle rowers who catch and sell fresh fish. If you want, you can relish freshly cooked fish here.
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Kovai Kondattam
Kovai Kondattam is an amusement park located about 2 kilometres away from Perur, in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. A fun-filled destination ideal for spending hours of unending entertainment with friends and family, Kodai Kondattam is an eco-friendly theme park. The park was built by Tamil actor Vijay and caters to al large base of visitors with its numerous water-based and dry rides. This destination is not only a popular picnic spot but is also an unlikely venue for conferences, parties, receptions and corporate bookings. Visit this destination for a thrilling adventure.
The sheer number of rides at Kovai Kondattam is mind-boggling and will have you spoilt for choice. Most famous residents here include Aqua dance, Wave pool, Dashing Cars, Rock Climbing, Hara-kiri & video parlour. Other attractions here include Family Pool, Kids' Pool, Water Slides, Water Falls, Dashing Car, Family Train, Giant Wheel, Chair-O-Plane, Aqua Dance Pirate Ship, Merry-go-round. The park also holds facilities to celebrate birthdays, wedding and anniversary and an amphitheatre to hold live performances.
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Siruvani Waterfalls
Siruvani Waterfalls is an exhilarating waterfall located in the scenic region of Siruvani. Also known as Kovai Kutralam Falls, it is about 37 kilometres away from Coimbatore city and the waterfall is predominantly manifested for its exaltedness.
The water fall is set in the deepest fragment of the impenetrable woodland and due to this reason vacationers are not conceded to visit the falls after 5 pm. The key inception of drinking water in Coimbatore is supplied by Siruvani. Tourists cannot make their visit to this falls anytime because only few numbers of buses are available to visit the place. With a sterling panoramic view, the dam is a place that will leave you not just enchanted but also fill you with inner joy.
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Marudhamalai Hill Temple
The Marudhamalai hill temple is located at a towering height of 500 ft in the highland on the Western Ghats. 15 kms away to north-west of Coimbatore city, the temple has an excellent invigorating atmosphere. Vehicles are allowed to pass through the Marudhamalai temple and the devasthanam has granted three buses from the low slope of the hill to get through the temple on top.
The Marudhamalai temple has its main deity as Lord Muruga and the temple attributes quite delightful facilities to the habit of making their visit a comforting one while offering their prayer to the deity. The major feature of this hill is that it grows important medicinal herbs, which is used extensively in making ayurvedic medicines.
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Masani Amman Temple
Masani Amman Temple is a temple dedicated to Masani Devi, who is also known as Shakti Devi. It is located in the Panchayat Town of Annamalai in Coimbatore district it also referred to as Arulmigu Masani Amman Temple or Annamalai Masani Amman Temple. The vibe of the temple is, thus, highly spiritual and draws devotees in large numbers. One of the unique features of the temple is the large idol of Goddess Masani which is 15 feet long and is set up in a lying posture. Many devotees also come to seek blessings from the goddess for good health and happy family life. The grand temple is a perfect attraction for architectural buffs who keep interest in temple architecture. With a large number of devotees visiting regularly, the place creates a high-intensity vibration that can be experienced through a little observation. Those who manage to experience it will know how surreal it feels to be in the presence of the divine power.
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Monkey Falls
Only 65 km away from the hustling and bustling city of Coimbatore is the peaceful Monkey Falls. Enveloped between evergreen forests and rocky cliffs, the alluring waterfall brings together the entire scenery. Anyone in earshot of the humming Monkey Waterfalls is inevitably drawn to these melodious sounds. The water swishes across the rocks joyfully and dives into a pool of water as clear as cellophane.
As the water thunders down like a giant waterspout, it forms bubbles of white foam where it merges with the pool. The spiky shrubs surround the body of water as if they are crowning it and the sweet nectar fragrance of flowers take over the spirits of anyone around them. Plummeting from a height, the fringes of the Monkey falls crash along the sides of the mountain and give a silver lining to the fall. Frogs dancing around the gushing water, tiny birds chirping along joyously and numerous monkeys swaying across the trees playfully. This soul-swelling magic of witnessing this waterfall in all its glory will surely follow you all the way home.
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Naga Sai Mandir
Naga Sai Mandi is dedicated to Sai Baba and is a famous attraction for the believers and followers of Sai Baba. This is one of the few temples of Sai Baba found in the southern part of the country. Devotees flock in large numbers to offer their prayers, especially on Sundays and Thursdays - the days deemed auspicious by the followers. The temple complex houses the sanctum sanctorum of Sai Baba and smaller shrines dedicated to other Hindu Gods. It is a perfect place to spend some time in peace. Devotees visiting the temple feel blessed at the sight of the divine idol of Sai Baba seen under the Adishesha.
The temple has a hall where devotees gather to sing devotional songs or bhajans. The bhajans are usually followed by the sacred aartis. All the devotees get Prasad after every pooja which is cooked in clean and hygienic environments. It is believed that Sai Baba fulfils all the wishes asked with a clean heart. The well maintained and well-thought temple complex has all the facilities to make the devotees feel at ease, sit and meditate or chant in the name of Sai Baba who is also called Sri Naga Sai. Believers are sure to find a trip to the attraction worthwhile.
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Nehru Park
Nehru Park is one of the popular parks in Coimbatore. It houses a massive statue of Jawaharlal Nehru- the first Prime Minister of India. Besides, it has well-maintained gardens, swings, jogging track and spaces for yoga and meditation etc.
Nilgiri Biosphere Nature Park
Established in 1936, Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve or Nilgiri Biosphere Nature Park is an initiative of the government to preserve the rich flora and fauna of the Nilgiris. The park boasts of over 430 species of 25,000 plants in addition to several species of mammals, reptiles, birds etc.
Perur Pateeswarar Temple
Arulmigu Patteeswarar Swamy Temple, or the Perur Pateeswarar Temple, is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Patteeswarar located at a distance of 9 kilometres from the city of Coimbatore. The grand temple has immense religious, cultural and historical importance for the followers and devotees of Lord Patteeswarar who visit from all over the world to offer their prayers. This temple is also commonly known as the temple dedicated to Lord Nataraj. The ancient artwork, paintings, sculptures and carvings attract art lovers too. Arulmigu Patteeswarar Swamy Temple is also one of the biggest temples in Coimbatore.
Tourists can explore the temple and observe its splendid artwork which is a specimen of ancient art and traditional architecture. Many devotees often claim a visit to the temple gives them a positive vibe and helps them reinvent themselves. The idol of Lord Patteeswarar is seen with a scar on his head that was given by Kamdhenu, and her footprint is also preserved inside the temple. A truly mesmerising one, do take some time out to visit the attraction when exploring Coimbatore.
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