20 Places To Visit In Yercaud

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Day 1- Arrive at Yercaud, check-in and rest. Then visit the Big Lake and Pagoda Point. Day 2- Begin day with a trek atop the hills. Later, visit Anna Park, Lady's Seat. Day 3- Visit the Kiliyur Falls, Deer Park, Karadiyur View Point, Sri Chakra Mahameru Temple and Shevaroy Temple.

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1. Emerald Lake, Yercaud

Top Attraction 3.6 /5

1 km from city center

Lake

The most alluring aspect of Yercaud is its big yet natural lake very popularly known as the Emerald Lake. Surrounded by some wonderful cloud-peaked hills and a well persevered garden on its banks, this lake is a feast for the eyes.

Top Attraction 4.2 /5

1 km from city center

Viewpoint

Pagoda point or pyramid point is a viewpoint located on the eastern part of Yercaud hills. It was named the Pyramid point as it is shaped by four piles of stones which are arranged in such a way. It is said to be built by the local tribes and now there is a Rama temple located between the piles of stones.

Top Attraction 3.5 /5

0 km from city center

Garden & Park

Any tourist who is interested in gods gift to this planet, the wondrous flora, and in knowing about various species of plants must make it a point to visit the orchid garden and the green house in the Botanical garden.

3.2 /5

1 km from city center

Garden & Park

Another important place of visit in Yercaud is the Anna Park which is located near the lake. This park has a collection of the natural species of plants and trees seen around Shevaroy hills.

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5. Lady's Seat

Top Attraction 4.2 /5

1 km from city center

Viewpoint

A nature's wonder, the Lady's seat is a rock in the form of a seat on the South West of Shevaroy hills that overlooks the ghat road and Salem town. The natives believe that a white English lady of earlier days used to squander her evenings watching the panoramic view from this rock.

Top Attraction 3.5 /5

2 km from city center

Waterfall

The Kiliyur Falls drops from a height of 300 feet and are a popular tourist attraction near Salem. They also offer boating and swimming activities in their vicinity. These waterfalls are a part of the Shervaroyan hill range of the Eastern Ghats.

7. Bear's Cave

Top Attraction 3.5 /5

1 km from city center

Cave

A must see for any tourist visiting Yercaud, The Bear's cave is situated in a private coffee estate near the Norton Bungalow, which is on the way to the Servaroyan temple.

8 km from city center

Hills & Valleys

Perched at a height of 1620 m near the Salem district of Tamil Nadu in Yercaud, the Shevaroy Hills are a popular tourist spot in the region. Boasting of magnificent views of lush green meadows, towering trees, dense woods and mighty hills, the hills were formerly known as Servarayan Hills which later got anglicized to ‘Shevaroy’.

1 km from city center

Viewpoint

Situated at the Southernmost end of Yercaud, the Tippery Viewpoint can be reached by taking the Tippery Road en route which one is likely to come across some breathtaking views. Elephant Tooth Rocks, which are said to be the remains of some meteorites which fell on the face of Earth, can be seen and enjoyed from the Tippery Point.

7 km from city center

Temple

One of the best attractions in Yercaud hills, the Annamalaiyar Temple viewpoint offers a scenic view of all the hills surrounding the Servaroyan Temple along with coffee plantations, orange groves, and spice gardens. The temple is a very simple and beautiful structure comprising of small and moderate towers that are adorned with idols and painted in a variety of colors.

7 km from city center

Viewpoint

Karadiyur Viewpoint is a vertical cliff which offers an exquisite view of the Mettur Dam and the valley and is also is an amazing picnic spot. Situated in the Karadiyur Village, the viewpoint lies at a distance of 12 km from the town of Yercaud. This region got its name due to the presence of a large number of sloth bears in the past that are not present here now.

Top Attraction 3.5 /5

5 km from city center

Temple

The Shevaroy temple is situated on highest point of the flat-topped Shevaroy hills and is mainly dedicated to Lord Shevaroyan. The temple is built out of a narrow inky black cave which is complete and airtight. The idols of Lord Shevaroyan and Goddess Kaveri are placed inside it.

13. Silk Farm

3.2 /5

1 km from city center

Farms & Plantations

An interesting place to be is the silk farm of Yercaud. It is located very near to the Lady's seat. Visiting the silk farm is sure to be a memorable and cognizant experience for youngsters.

8 km from city center

Temple

The world's biggest Sri Chakra Maha Meru Temple comprises a three-dimensional pyramid on the temple which when viewed from the top, takes the form of Sri Chakra. Devotees believe that if you worship the Devi with Sri Chakra, it is equal to worshipping the ultimate force.

4 km from city center

Temple

One of the major attractions for visitors in Yercaud, Sri Raja Rajeshwari Temple is dedicated to Raja Rajeshwari who is said to be the Goddess of all Gods. It is believed according to Hindu belief that one can achieve success and wealth by offering to devote oneself to the Goddess whole-heartedly.

1 km from city center

Deer Park

Deer Park is a beautiful urban park in Yercaud that is surrounded by the beautiful Emerald Lake. Other than deer, you can also spot beautiful peacocks, guinea pigs, pigeons, rabbits, ducks and other creatures here.

Garden & Park

Spread over 18 hectares of land area, National Orchidarium also called the Orchidarium, is situated in Yercaud and was established in the year 1963. Boasting of around 3000 trees and 1800 shrubs, it is one of the most popular tourist spots in the area.

Forest

Kottachedu Teak Forest is an extensive forest area, 11 km from Yercaud that was once occupied by the hill tribes. It is believed that the tribals vacated the area after a major plague hit the region. Later, the government utilized it by extensively planting teak wood trees in the area.

Stay Experience

Perched on top of a mountain in Yercaud, Norton’s Bungalow is one of the oldest bungalows in the region. It is believed to be the residence of an old criminal lawyer.

Temple

At a height of 5326 ft., Servaroyan Temple is one of the highest temples in the region which is also a cave temple. Presided by Lord Servaroyan - the local deity of the place, the holy place also has an idol of Goddess Kaveri. Lord Seraroyan is considered to be the God of the hills while Goddess Kaveri is considered to be the Goddess of River Cauvery.

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Can you suggest an itinerary for Yercaud?

Day 1- Arrive at Yercaud, check-in and rest. Then visit the Big Lake and Pagoda Point.
Day 2- Begin day with a trek atop the hills. Later, visit Anna Park, Lady's Seat.
Day 3- Visit the Kiliyur Falls, Deer Park, Karadiyur View Point, Sri Chakra Mahameru Temple and Shevaroy Temple.

What are the top hotels in Yercaud?

There are 89 Hotels in Yercaud which can be booked through Holidify. The most popular hotels in Yercaud are Fairholme Bungalow, Garden Woods, Yercaud, HillCrest Cottages, Chess Cottage, Villa With Kitchen, SSSILVEROAKS HOTEL AND RESTAURANT. You can see all the hotels in Yercaud here

What are the top sightseeing places in Yercaud?

The top sightseeing places in Yercaud are Killiyur Falls, Lady's Seat, Bear's Cave, Emerald Lake, Yercaud, Pagoda Point, Shevaroy Hills.

How can I commute within Yercaud?

You can get around in autos. It will take 550/- approx for one day trip to major places like pagoda point, and the two temples. Rose garden, Botanical garden, Deer park, Anna park and Lake are all nearby and there won't be any need to hire anything for those places.
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20 Places To Visit In Yercaud

1. Emerald Lake, Yercaud

2. Pagoda Point

3. Botanical Garden, Yercaud

4. Anna Park

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5. Lady's Seat

6. Killiyur Falls

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7. Bear's Cave

8. Shevaroy Hills

9. Tipperary Viewpoint

10. Annamalaiyar Temple View Point

11. Karadiyur View Point

12. Shevaroy Temple

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13. Silk Farm

14. Sri Chakra Mahameru Temple

15. Raja Rajeshwari Temple

16. Deer Park

17. Orchidarium

18. Kottachedu Teak Forest

19. Nortons Bungalow

20. Servaroyan Temple

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20 Places To Visit In Yercaud

1. Emerald Lake, Yercaud

2. Pagoda Point

3. Botanical Garden, Yercaud

4. Anna Park

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5. Lady's Seat

6. Killiyur Falls

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7. Bear's Cave

8. Shevaroy Hills

9. Tipperary Viewpoint

10. Annamalaiyar Temple View Point

11. Karadiyur View Point

12. Shevaroy Temple

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13. Silk Farm

14. Sri Chakra Mahameru Temple

15. Raja Rajeshwari Temple

16. Deer Park

17. Orchidarium

18. Kottachedu Teak Forest

19. Nortons Bungalow

20. Servaroyan Temple

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