Coimbatore city is the Headquarters of the District and the third
largest city in Tamil Nadu. As it is exposed to the Palghat gap of Western ghats
it enjoys a salubrious climate. This has attracted a large number of textile
mills to this region. It is rightly called the 'Manchester of South India'.
Coimbatore is also known for the manufacture of motor pumpsets and varied engineering
goods. Thecity is also known for its handloom products. There are a number of
technical institution as well.
Forest College, Perur Temple,
Maruthamalai Temple, Agricultural Univerisity.
Anamalai Wildlife Sanctuary, Topslip, Thirumoorthy
Temple, Siruvani Waterfalls and Dam.
Coimbatore General Information
Area : 23.5 sq.kms.
Population : 7,04,514 (1991 Census)
Altitude : 43.2 mts.
Climate : Max Min Summer 39.4°C 23.3°C Winter 32.8°C
20.7°C
Rainfall : 92.2 mm-Average
Season : Throughout the year
Clothing : Tropical
Language Spoken : Tamil, English, Telugu and Malayalam.
Coimbatore Transport
By Air: Coimbatore has an airport. Flights connect it with Chennai
and other important cities.
By Rail: Coimbatore is connected by rail to Chennai, Trivandrum, Delhi
and other cities.
By Road: It is also connected with all the important cities and places
of interest by road.
By Local Transport: Town buses connect all important places in and
around the town. Taxis are available. State Transport Corporation ply mini
luxury coaches between various points in the city and Airport .
INCREDIBLE TOURISM
