Plan a weekend or a day here and you won't be let down. Enjoy the drive to the Yelagiri hills, take some beautiful snaps to remember, relax at the sight of Jalagamparai waterfalls.
If you love driving, the way to Yelagiri Hills is something you will remember forever. One of the most charming hill stations in Tamilnadu, you wind your way through 14 hairpin bends to reach the hilltop. Buckle up for a wonderful drive, taking in the fresh air and some eye-catching beauty of nature.
Get ready for a scintillating view at the seventh hairpin bend as it opens up to a sprawling view of the mountain slope and the green spread of the forest blanketing the rolling hills. one of the hill stations of Tamil Nadu. Punganur Lake is another site worth exploring. An artificial lake covering an area of 56.706 square meters, it offers boating and a children's park has also been set up here, an ideal choice for the family. Do visit the herbal farm being reared by the Forest department and explore the rare herbs used in Sidha and Ayurvedic treatments. Cool off at Jalagamparai Waterfalls and spend some leisurely time here capturing photographs and immersing yourself in the alluring beauty of nature.
The Arattu river calmly flows through Yelagiri and then turns into an eye-popping fall from the mountains, making for a magical sight. In case you have a thing for waterfalls, take a short drive to Anguthi Sunai falls, just 27 kms from Tirupathur. Do ensure you don't miss out on Thiruthalinathar temple, an architectural marvel spread over 15 acres of land. Such is the fame of this imposing structure that it attracts visitors from across the globe.
Tirupathur Bus Stand
Chennai International Airport, about 224 km away
Jolarpet Junction, about 8 km away
Tirupathur Railway Junction
Tirupathur can ideally be visited at any time of the year. However, the best time to visit the place is in between November and February.