Erode Travel Guide
Erode lies on the north west of Tamil Nadu. Just 100 km east of Coimbatore, Erode is situated on the western bank of river Cauvery. About 27 percent of the area is covered under dense forests. The lush green extensive forests are rich in items like sandalwood, teakwood, vogai, rosewood, etc. Formerly a part of Coimbatore, there are a plenty of beautiful temples in Erode as well. Bhavani Sangameshwarar Temple among the other 487 temples forms a very important destination of south India temple tours. The temple is situated at the junction of two rivers and is widely visited by tourists round the year. Moreover, being a main producer of turmeric and an important business centre, it has easy accessibility through all major means of transport.
Places to see:
- Bhavani Sandameshwarar Temple, Bhavani
- Bannari Amman Temple(75km from Erode)
- Bhavanisagar Dam and Kodiveri Dam
- Government Museum
- Birds Sanctuary Vellode (15km from Erode)
- Periyar Memorial House
- Murugan Temple, Thindal
- Murugan Temple, Chennimalai
- Sillikaradu Temple, Nambiyur
- Magudeeswaran Temple, Kodumudi
- Kooduthurai, Bhavanisagar
- Jain Temple, Vijayamangalam
Shopping:
Erode is a very important market centre. Apart from the finest quality turmeric, it is known for Handloom, Powerloom textile products and readymade garments. There are a large number of shopping centres, stores, etc. around the city. PS Park is the main shopping area where you can stop for excellent collection of saris and other traditional garments.Where to stay:
Accommodation in Erode isn't a problem at all. Being a well developed trading centre, the district is well developed will all necessary amenities available. The lush green forest cover provides a good environment to stay in clean and spacious hotels. Some of lodges provide spectacular views with wonderful facilities and excellent south Indian food. We recommend:- Hotel Iswariyaa Erode
- Hotel Club Melaange
- Hotel Le Jardin Erode
- Hotel Meridien
How to reach Erode:
By Air: The nearest airport is at a few hours distance at Coimbatore. There are regular flights to many different parts of the country. Taxi service is readily available from the airport.By Rail: An important railway junction, there are 13 railway stations in the district. There are daily trains available to many important places in the south.
By Road: There are many inter district bus routes linking the district with places of significance outside Erode. The inter-state bus service run by the state transport corporation is commendable.
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