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Of the many temples in Coimbatore, the Perur Patteeswara Swamy temple is the most popular temple in the city. Built by the King Karikala Cholan, this temple is situated 7 kms west of Coimbatore near river Noyyal. The presiding deity is Shiva and the 'Swayambu Lingam' is the idol worshipped here. This sanctum is the joint effort of the Chola, Hoysala and Vijayanagara rulers during their reign. |
The greatest attraction of the temple is the 'Kanaka Saba' or the golden hall which is adorned by a gold plated statue of Nataraja bestowing blessings upon the two sages - Gowmuni and Pattimuni. The gopurams and pillars of the hall are exquisitely carved out sculptures highlighting Dravidian architecture.The significance of Perur temple in earlier days are unfolded in the poetic creations of Arunagiri Nather and Kachiappa Munivar. Pilgrims from all over visit this spot to pay homage to their ancestors. It is believed that the mortal remains of the dead turn into white stones after about 144 days. |
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| Palani Temple (90 kms, 2 ? hrs from Coimbatore) |
This world renowned ancient temple of Lord Muruga is situated at the foot of Kodaikannal Hills of the western ghat. Lord Murugan is the deity of the Tamil Land. Palani (Tiru Avinankudi) is the third Padai Veedu. The temple at Palani is an ancient one, situated at an elevation of 1500 feet above sea level. It is a charming campus from where one can take a look at the Idumban Hill, the Kodaikanal Hills, the Western Ghats, the greenery of the paddy fields, rivers, tanks, Palani town and the colleges. On a lovely, clear and mist-free day, the Kurinci Andavar Temple is visible from here against the bright sun. In daytime, Palani is Hill Beautiful; at night, it is Hill Resplendent.
For more information visit the website: Palani Temple |
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| Sri Mahalakshmi Mandir (12 kms, 30 minutes from Coimbatore) |
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A Mandir for 'SRI MAHALAKSHMI' alongwith 'SRI DURGA' and 'SRI SARASWATHI' on either side, as in MUMBAI, in plinth area of about 13,000 Sq.ft. in a spacious one Acre of land near the famous EACHANARI VIGNESH TEMPLE of Coimbatore
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| Guruvayur Temple (90 kms, 2 ? hrs from Coimbatore) |
This well known pilgrim centre houses the temple of Lord Sree Guruvayurappan (Krishna) and is situated near the coast of Arabian Sea in Kerala. The presiding deity in the Garbhagraha (central shrine) is Mahavishnu, worshipped according to the pooja routines laid down by Adi Sankaracharya and later written in to the Tantrasamuchaya by Chennas Narayanan Namboodiri (born in 1427). The Chennas Namboodiris are the hereditary Tantri of Guruvayur temple. The people at large, however, invoke the Lord as UNNIKRISHNA or BALAKRISHNA.
For more information visit the website: Guruvayur Temple |
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| Thirumurthy Temple (90 kms, 3 ? hrs from Coimbatore) |
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It is situated at the foot of Thirumurthy Hills adjoining the Thirumurthy Dam. This is about 20 kms from Udumalpet on the highway from Palani to Coimbatore. A perennial stream flows by the side of the Amalingeswarar temple and near by there is a water fall. The Crocodile Farm at Amaravathy Dam is nearby. This place is being developed as District Excursion Centre. |
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| Balaji Temple, Valparai (90 kms, 4 hrs from Coimbatore) |
| Located in the mountains amidst TATA Tea Plantations and Estate beautifully built Balaji temple like Birla Mandir in Hyderabad. |
