Popular attractions in Yercaud

15 Most Popular Places To Visit In Yercaud

Places to visit in Yercaud

Nestled in lush green grass plots, luxuriant hills and breathtaking scenic beauty, Yercaud is a destination that must be visited. This hill station, located in Salem District of Tamil Nadu is an enchanting destination which can be explored during a romantic honeymoon, family vacations, or while vacationing with friends or colleagues.

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A part of the Shevaroys range of hills in the Eastern Ghats, Yercaud has several hills and bountiful areas to explore. Some of the best places to visit in Yercaud are filled with natural beauty and abundance of flora and fauna, making this sleepy hill station a mesmerizing and enthralling holiday destination.

Here's a list of places to visit in Yercaud :

1. Yercaud Lake

The Yercaud Lake is undoubtedly one of the not-to-miss places to see in Yercaud. Providing stunning, panoramic views of the hills and lush green lawns of this hill station, this Lake also barges out as one of the most sought after destinations in Yercaud.

The pool, which is surrounded by gardens and well wooded trees, provides a soothing and tranquil experience. Here, travellers can experience everything that Yercaud and its hills have to offer.

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Situated in the heart of Yercaud, the place is known for its shops and eateries that offer the real taste of Tamil Nadu.

Travellers can have an incredible experience of gaining insight into the food and cuisine of Tamil Nadu,tasting dishes prepared with ingenious spices.This makes Yercaud Lake, a culinary destination for epicureans.

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Apart from this, travellers can also enjoy a wide range of activities, including boating. The quaint water bodies of the lake and the picturesque beauty of the surrounding offers the best boating experience in Yercaud.

While boating in the lake, the visitors might find it hard to resist the temptation of clicking photos of the picture-perfect ambience. Precisely, all these facets make the Yercaud Lake one of the best Yercaud places to visit.

2. 32-km Loop Road

Ever wondered why India is renowned all over the world for its tea and coffee plantations? If yes, then this is one of the best Yercaud places to visit and explore.

The 32-Km Loop Road is actually a 32 kilometre stretch, which begins from the Yercaud Lake and takes one through the much appreciated roads and agricultural plantations of Yercaud.

This is one of the best places to visit in Yercaud, as it offers the taste of culture, the essence of lives, imprints of the heritage and the varied developments of the hill station.

Since its formation and inclusion in the Madras Presidency in the mid 19th century, Yercaud has been known for its coffee plantations and thick bamboo forests, which in turn support and flourish a wide variety of flora and fauna.

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The hill station has retained its heritage for more than a hundred years and thus, one can get the various flavours of bygone era by visiting this Loop Road stretch. The Loop Road will fill your heart with mesmerizing views of the local people, their foods, languages and their way of living.

The 32-Km Loop Road also leads to the villages of Semmantham, Nagalur, Manjakuttai and Kaveri Peak. While travelling through these villages, one can taste varieties of coffee; the inviting aroma of the coffee beans will surely fill your senses.

This balmy experience will help you understand how coffee has played a pivotal role in the development of agriculture, economy and tourism in this region as well as in the other parts of the country.

3. Montfort School

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One of the best places to visit in Yercaud, the Montfort School highlights the development and history of Yercaud in the most picturesque approach.

The Montfort Brothers of St. Gabriel runs this co-education school with the motto ‘Virtue and Labour’. The school aims at teaching its students the value of moral education, while providing practical examples of how Indian citizens can lead their lives.

The glorious history of this school dates back to its formation on June 1st, 1917. Since then, the school has witnessed various developments and has also witnessed changes that have occurred all over the world. Initially, it was a revered European School that reached its glory and pinnacle during the First World War.

But after the war, its value subsided and during the Second World War and the period thereafter, the school reached its zenith all over again.

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During the period from 1936-1942, the school saw tremendous amount of growth, when building of a school chapel and other developments took place.

Even today, the school stands strong and tall and has given notable people to the world, including Shashi Tharoor, the renowned politician and Nagesh Kukunoor,one of the noted filmmakers in India.

4. Pagoda Point

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Away from the bustling life of Yercaud, the Pagoda Point is the perfect getaway to embrace the mind with solace and tranquillity. Bestowed with captivating and scenic views of the hill station, the Pagoda Point offers the most sprawling outlook of Yercaud and its enchanting essence.

Panoramic views of Salem, the cool breezes and mystic ambience of the Pagoda Point holds the charm to mesmerize any of the visitors.

While in this point, the visitors can hear the nature ushering all the beauties of nature and transforming the visit into one of the heavenly visits.

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Amidst all the endowments of this point, the view of the clouds floating overhead will spellbound the visitors for sure! It is the idyllic vantage point to get rejuvenated and revitalized as well.

5. The Servaroyan Temple

The Servaroyan Temple is one of the best places to visit in Yercaud. Located at the highest point of this hill station, the temple offers incredible insight into the spiritual development of this region.

Built by the ancient tribes of Yercaud, the Servaroyan Temple is dedicated to the Goddess Kaveri. It is a serene, pious and one of the most beautiful places of interest that will instantly fill your heart with its captivating structures, fringed with historical and religious significances.

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As the temple is located at the highest point of the Servaroyan range, it offers the most pristine view of the Mettur Dam. Mists and fogs are the boon of this region and they intensify the beauty of the temple and its surroundings.

The path leading to this holy Servaroyan temple is awe-inspiring and extremely enthralling. For the explorers, looking out for the opportunity to unravel the mysteries of hills in Yercaud, you must cover this path on foot or should undertake trekking activities.

The rugged terrains heading to the temple will surely offer you an adrenaline rush.

6. Kiliyur waterfall

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Image Credits -WikipediaKiliyur Waterfalls is one of the major destinations in Yercaud. Considered as one of the must-to-visit places in Yercaud, the enchanting and fascinating beauty of this 300 ft high waterfall will leave an indelible imprint on your mind and heart.

The serene location of the waterfall serves as a secluded getaway for those, who wish to feel invigorated and beat the stresses of daily life.

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Located in the Servaroyan hill range of the Eastern Ghats in Tamil Nadu, the waterfall can only be reached through the rugged and rustic terrains.

Since the waterfall is located close to the Yercaud Lake, while travelling to the waterfall the visitors can also visit the other places and can have the fun of a picnic and boating activities.

Monsoons are the idle time to visit this waterfall as the water level at the base of the waterfall rises, providing a mesmerizing and interesting view of the waterfall. Make sure you bathe in its water for a memorable experience!

7. Lady's Seat

Rocks are indigenous part of the Yercaud hill station. But what makes this place of interest one of the best places to visit in Yercaud is the fact, that it has played a vital role during the British Rule in India.

Lady’s seat is a rock that was formed in the shape of seat, making it appear comfortable. Providing incredible views of the clouds, mists and greenery around, this Lady’s Seat was once the favourite recreational spots of the British females, residing in Yercaud.

During the olden days, this rock hosted numerous kitty parties for the British women and was also one of their favourite hangouts for their chit-chats.

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The beauty of this rock magnifies incredibly with the advent of evening. It is during the evening, that Lady’s Seat offers the most spectacular views of the sunset.

The whole of the hill stations gets soaked under the majestic rays of the sun, and the rock offers a panoramic view of the wholesome change of the atmosphere. A watchtower, located close by to the Lady’s Rock is also one of the not-to-miss spots in Yercaud. This watchtower serves as an ideal place to the visitor of Lady’s Rock.

8. Silk Farm and Rose Garden

Located two kilometres off Yercaud, this is a sightseeing activity destination, which is also considered as an offbeat destination for the travellers.

Including the history seekers, who love to know more about Tamil Nadu and the offbeat travellers, this is a place that shouldn’t be missed in any ways.

It is a family traveller destination and also ahoneymooner getaway, wherein couples and families can learn more about the skills and techniques of silk production in India.

The skill of breeding the silk worms and producing silk from the cocoons is one of the traditional arts of Yercaud and the silk farmers in this region have successfully endured this art and culture.

The silk farm also depicts the history of how silk producing began in India with procuring the skills from the mainland of China.

On the other hand, the varied coloured Rose garden in Yercaud will enchant your visit to Yercaud. Different species of the queen of flowers, their aromatic glee and the astounding views of the garden is a perfect delight for the visitors. The garden also serves as one of the idyllic places for the expert as well as aspiring horticulture enthusiasts.

9. Deer Park

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For all the nature and animal lovers as well as those who has kids in their family; especially kids who holds a gleeful aspect for animals, this park is must-to-visit place in Yercaud.

The park is a beautiful picnic spot where travellers can enjoy the enchanting views of the hills, while kids can explore different activities such as basketball, baseball, cricket, football and other related games.

The park has lush green playgrounds wherein the visitors can enjoy pleasant views of the valley and can get engulfed within the beauty of the nature.

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With blooming nature all around, the park is also one of the paradises for the nature photographers. Even if someone is not a keen photographer, the picturesque splendour of the park will tempt them to get indulge into photography.

Since the park closes down at 5 pm, other nearby places can also be visited after visiting the park. Lady’s Rock and the Yercaud Lake are the nearby places that can be easily reached from the park; moreover, evenings are the best times to visit these places.

10. Norton’s Bungalow

For a long time, Yercaud served as a summer retreat or a resort to British officers and commanders who lived in India. Year after year, they kept visiting this place to enjoy a wonderful vacation, beating the scorching heat of Indian summers.

One of those officers, Norton, who was a powerful Criminal Lawyer in Chennai, built a beautiful European Bungalow which is now a popular place of interest in the hill station.

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The bungalow is a private property that doesn’t offer access without prior permission. Hence, prior to a visit to this historic bungalow, it will be wise to ensure that you have procured the required permission to visit the site.

11. Bears Cave

Located close to the Norton’s Bungalow and on the way to the Lord Murugan Temple, the Bear’s Cave is also one of the main attraction points of Yercaud.

The cave is believed to be created by the bears and according to the primitive people of this surrounding, the cave also served as a secret hideout and escape route to the mighty ruler Tipu Sultan.

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Even though the fallen rocks and boulders offers blockage to the cave exploration, the explorers can choose to remove the rocks and continue their exploration. Around 60 ft of the cave can be explored without any obstacle.

12. Kottachedu Teak Forest

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If you are curious to know, how life had been during the Stone-Age era or how evolution has changed the world, the Kottachedu Teak Forest is the destination that you must visit.

Although the hill station of Yercaud doesn’t feature much trees apart from bamboo, this is a destination that will take you by surprise.

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Filled with flora and fauna, the teak forest will take you back to the past, explaining how people lived before the incorporation of all modern developments.

The flora and fauna in the Kottachedu Teak Forest includes several endemic species like Deer, Ant-eater, Rabbits, Squirrels, Mongoose, Bison, Hares and Foxes. The forest is also rich in avifauna; Swallows, Kites, Paradise Flycatchers and Sparrows can be easily spotted in the forest.

Most of the faunal and floral similarities of the Kottachedu Teak Forest can be linked to Western Ghats in India.

13. Anna Park

Anna Park is a major tourist attraction in the destination of Yercaud, which offers incredible insight into the natural species of plants and animals around Shevaroys Hills of Tamil Nadu.

The park is located adjacent to the Lake Yercaud. It is an ideal place to visit during the picnic trips to the highest points in Tamil Nadu. The park also features a wide collection of natural plants and species that are found in the Eastern Ghats.

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While the swings and slides of Anna Park entice the children, the pleasant ambience of the park attracts the other visitors to spend some of their amusing moments in the park.

Flower shows organised during the month of May are some of the major events of the entire Yercaud region. The park also witnesses the maximum gush of visitors during these events.

A Japanese Park within the colourful premises of the Anna Park showcases the primitive and ancient Japanese methods of horticulture. This is also the reason; the botanists and horticulture aspirants throng this park to a large extent.

14. The Grange

Located 1500 metres above the sea level, The Grange is a popular holiday resort that offers wide range of adventure and exploration activities for local as well as global travellers.

The resort is unique in the sense that it is away from the concrete jungles and is nestled amidst the evergreen and verdant forests of Yercaud. The lush green coffee, pepper and orange cultivation fields add to the aromatic charm of the resort.

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The Grange is located close to several plantation areas and has its own restaurant and boutique shop. The resort is also one of the popular destinations to experience the thrill and excitement of ATV (All Terrain Vehicle) rides.

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15. Orchidarium

Located close by to the Lady’s Rock, Orchidarium refers to a garden that features varieties of exotic and rare orchids. This Orchidarium showcases around 250 different species of orchids; some of these orchids has been declared as endangered by the Indian Horticulture Department.

The spectacular ‘Insect Eating Pitcher’ plants and the ‘Neelakurinji’ plant those blooms once in twelve years are the pride of this orchid garden.

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Orchidarium also features several species of Rose, Sylvan and Bamboo plants. The bewitching beauty of the garden has lured several dignitaries of the South Indian Film Industry to shoot their documentaries and films within this garden.

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By Atish Last updated Jun 08,2015

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