HillStations

Yercaud, also known as the poor man’s Ooty, is quite economical compared to other hill stations of similar experience. The climate is never too hot even in summer and never too cold even in winter, so you can very well say that season is throughout the year. The nearest railway station is Salem, about 35km away. You can also travel by bus or air…

Once you enter Yercaud, the first thing to catch your sight will be the Emerald lake. It is the only natural lake among all the hill stations in South India. A deer park and a leisure park accompanies the lake surroundings. The Elephant Tooth Rocks are found in the south part of Yercaud. One of the rocks here is made of pure white quartz…

Folks interested in Botany or just flora enthusiasts will also have a great time in Yercaud hill station. The Botanical Survey of India has its own orcidarium where you will find an orchid that even eats insects! Anna Park is another place worth checking out, especially in May when they host a flower show. The Silk Farm and Rose Garden are also…

Yercaud is also a great place for spiritually inclined folks. Shevarayan Temple is one place you certainly do not want to miss. Lord Shevarayan is the deity residing in this temple. Goddess Kaveri is also…

Check out these videos of Yercaud, the hairpin bend journey, its beautiful scenery, the animal park, the green vistas and plantations, and…

Roadmap to Yercaud, its surrounding places, etc

Ooty is one of the most well connected hill stations in India by Air, Rail and Road. The Nearest airport is Coimbatore, the nearest railway is…

Oooty or Ootacamund is a great place to visit for travel enthusiasts and honeymooners alike! The native Todas believe that the Tekirshy Goddess and her brother waved a magic wand to…

The Kotagiri Pass is a great place to start a trek, if you’re an outdoors type. You can even find spotted deer, wild boar and elephants at…

Boat races are held at Ooty in the month of May. If you happen to visit in February, you get a chance to attend the…