Best Places to Visit in Erode – Temples, Dams & Nature Escapes

1. Chennimalai Murugan Temple

This ancient temple of Lord Murugan, which is located at Chennimalai hill is one of the famous pilgrim centers here. The stairs of 350 steps lead to the main temple section which provides breathtaking views of the city and the whopping bas-relief depictions of Hindu mythology in and around the temple make it even more impressive. It is believed that Lord Arunagirinathar received ‘Padikasu,’ a treasure of coins here and owing to the story associated with the legend, the temple proves to be historic. Further, as per the reports, the particular miracle took place on February, 12-1984.

Location: 45, Telephone Exchange Street, Kumarapuram, Ottaparai, District and State: Tamil Nadu – 638051

Timings: 5 AM to 7:45 PM

Distance from Erode: 30 km

2. Thindal Murugan Temple

One of the other Temples of Lord Muruga present in Erode is the Thindal Murugan Temple. One of the tourist attractions to visit is the place near Erode where it is situated. The temple is a good example of Dravidian architecture and has an extraordinary six-tiered gopuram which depict exquisite sculptures. It is characterized by a calm environment and eye-catching views of the vast planes making it a perfect place for such people. It is situated in Thindal Malai and is about 6 kms away from the core city area of Erode.

Location: 8M9G+V8X, Thindal, Erode, Tamil Nadu 638012

Timings: 6 AM to 1 PM and 4 PM to 9 PM

Distance from Erode: 6 km

3. Vellode Bird Sanctuary

The tourists in particular those who are bird watching enthusiasts consider the Vellore Bird Sanctuary as a Mecca and is one of the places of interest near Erode. The sanctuary is home to over 200 species of birds with some of the common bird species migrating birds that include the pelicans and darters. This makes it an excellent place for bird watching and taking of photographs, especially of the wetlands that stretch across the area. It also has been accorded Ramsar site status since the year 2022, in addition to other features.

Location: 7M34+MF, Vadamugam Vellode, Tamil Nadu 638112

Timings: 6 AMto 6 PM

Distance from Erode: 12 km

4. Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve

Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve is a little off-road from Erode district, but I would recommend a visit. Wildlife enthusiasts can easily arrange and undertake a wildlife expiation to capture the big cats in the park. Apart from the regal cats, it is also home to leopards, elephants, and other plant variatsiya. Some of the activities that can be enjoyed at the place include jeep safaris and trekking trails. These are the places that you can visit near Erode within a single day trip if you want to.

Location: J6RJ+GVM, Talamalai R.F., Tamil Nadu 638503

Timings: 6 AM to 6 PM

Distance from Erode: 93 km

5. Bhavanisagar Dam

One other tourist attraction that many people would agree is a the Bhavanisagar Dam that is found in Erode. The dam is situated in the Bhavani River and it is one of the biggest earthen dams in the world. It involves charging Rs 5 as entry fee and Rs 20 for car parking fee from all the tourists. It was one of the first dams to be constructed for flushing the river basin. The construction of the dam was completed in 1955 and it cost was Rs. 2100 crores.

Location: Bhavanisagar, Erode, Tamil Nadu, India

Timings: 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM

Distance from Erode: 76.5 km from Erode

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