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Historical Places to Visit Near Coimbatore

  1. 1. Chain Tree
  2. 2. Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Pondicherry
  3. 3. Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
  4. 4. Somanathapura Temple
  5. 5. Schwartz Church
  6. 6. Aurobindo Handmade Paper Factory (Pondicherry Paper Factory)
  7. 7. Varkala Light House
  8. 8. Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)
  9. 9. Shakthan Thampuran Palace
  10. 10. Tellicherry Fort
  11. 11. Chandragiri Fort Tirupati
  12. 12. Mysore Palace (Ambavilas Palace)
  13. 13. Kannur Lighthouse
  14. 14. Pazhassi Raja Tomb
  15. 15. Jaffna Fort
  16. 16. Padmanabhapuram Palace
  17. 17. Angelo Fort
  18. 18. Vizhinjam Lighthouse
  19. 19. French War Memorial Pondicherry
  20. 20. Old Lighthouse Pondicherry
  21. 21. Thanjavur Palace
  22. 22. Chinese Fishing Nets
  23. 23. Samanar Hills
  24. 24. Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery and Auditorium
  25. 25. Madikeri Fort
  26. 26. Krishnapuram Palace
  27. 27. Alleppey Lighthouse
  28. 28. Mangala Devi Temple
  29. 29. Mishkal Mosque
  30. 30. Aloysius Chapel
  31. 31. Penukonda Fort
  32. 32. Kuthira Malika (Puthen Malika) Palace
  33. 33. Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
  34. 34. Vattakottai Fort
  35. 35. Sultan Battery Mangalore
  36. 36. Palakkad Fort
  37. 37. Koodal Azhagar Temple
  38. 38. Jew Town and Paradesi Synagogue
  39. 39. Malik Deenar Mosque
  40. 40. Bangalore Palace
  41. 41. Edakkal Caves
  42. 42. Shore Temple
  43. 43. Rama Setu (Adam's Bridge)
  44. 44. Brihadeeswara Temple (Peruvudaiyar Kovil)
  45. 45. Hosdurg Fort
  46. 46. Saraswathi Mahal Library
  47. 47. Jain Temple, Sulthan Bathery
  48. 48. Raj Niwas Pondicherry
  49. 49. Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace)
  50. 50. Raja's Seat
  51. 51. Bekal Fort
  52. 52. Milagres Church
  53. 53. Francis Church
  54. 54. Anjengo Fort
  55. 55. Anchuthengu and Anjengo Fort
  56. 56. Ubaidullah Tomb
  57. 57. Hemavathi
  58. 58. Veerabhadra Temple
  59. 59. Ontimitta (Kodandarama) Temple
  60. 60. Varkala Tunnel
  61. 61. Fort Kochi
  62. 62. Belavadi
  63. 63. Bekal
  64. 64. Lepakshi
  65. 65. Lalitha Mahal Palace
  66. 66. Ezhimala Hill
  67. 67. Lighthouse and the Lighthouse Heritage Museum
  68. 68. Vijayanagara Fort
  69. 69. Juma Masjid
  70. 70. Kallanai Dam (Grand Anicut)
  71. 71. Halcyon Castle
  72. 72. Valiyathura Pier
  73. 73. Stephen's Church Ooty
  74. 74. Thanjavur
  75. 75. Kuttichira
  76. 76. Mother of God Church
Chain Tree
Historical Landmark/Nature Spot
1
Chain Tree in Wayanad is a large Ficus tree, bound by a chain, and is situated beside the National H..
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Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Pondicherry
Historical Landmark
2
The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is an iconic Catholic church located in the heart of Puduc..
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Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
Historic Palace
3
Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace is a 17th-century palace situated in the city of Madurai, in the state of..
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Somanathapura Temple
Historical Site
4
The Chennakeshava Temple, commonly known as the Somanathapura Temple, located in Mysuru (formerly kn..
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Schwartz Church
Historical Landmark
5
Schwartz Church, located in the historical city of Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu, India, is a renowned leg..
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Aurobindo Handmade Paper Factory (Pondicherry Paper Factory)
Historical Landmark / Tourist Attraction
6
Aurobindo Handmade Paper Factory, also known as Pondicherry Paper Factory, is situated in Pondicherr..
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Varkala Light House
Historic Landmark
7
Varkala Lighthouse, situated in the coastal town of Varkala in Kerala, India, stands as a sentinel o..
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Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)
Temple/Historic Site
8
Bull Temple, also known as Dodda Basavana Gudi, is situated in Basavanagudi, a bustling locality of ..
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Shakthan Thampuran Palace
Historical Museum/Cultural Heritage Site
9
Shakthan Thampuran Palace, also known as Vadakkekara Palace, is situated in Thrissur, Kerala, India...
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Tellicherry Fort
Historic Site
10
The Tellicherry Fort is situated in Thalassery (formerly Tellicherry), a town in Kannur District of ..
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Chandragiri Fort Tirupati
Historical & Heritage Site
11
Chandragiri Fort is located in the town of Chandragiri, near Tirupati in the Chittoor district of An..
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Mysore Palace (Ambavilas Palace)
Historical Landmark
12
Mysore Palace, also known as Ambavilas Palace, is a historical palace and a royal residence located ..
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Kannur Lighthouse
Historical Landmark
13
The Kannur Lighthouse is a historical edifice located near the Payyambalam Beach, in Kannur, Kerala,..
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Pazhassi Raja Tomb
Historical Landmark
14
Pazhassi Raja Tomb is a renowned memorial situated at Mananthavady in the Wayanad district of Kerala..
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Jaffna Fort
Historical Landmark
15
Jaffna Fort, located in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, is a historic fortification that has stood as a witness t..
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Padmanabhapuram Palace
Historical Landmark
16
Padmanabhapuram Palace is a remarkable example of traditional Kerala architecture, situated at the f..
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Angelo Fort
Historical Landmark
17
St. Angelo Fort, also known as Kannur Fort, is a massive Portuguese fort located in Kannur, Kerala, ..
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Vizhinjam Lighthouse
Historic Site/Landmark
18
The Vizhinjam Lighthouse is a pivotal landmark located near Kovalam beach in the city of Thiruvanant..
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French War Memorial Pondicherry
Historical Landmark
19
The French War Memorial in Pondicherry, India, stands as a solemn reminder of the brave soldiers who..
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Old Lighthouse Pondicherry
Historical Landmark
20
The Old Lighthouse of Pondicherry stands as a historical beacon situated on Goubert Avenue in the co..
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Thanjavur Palace
Historical Landmark
21
Thanjavur Palace, also known as Thanjavur Maratha Palace Complex or Thanjavur Aranmanai, is an archi..
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Chinese Fishing Nets
Historical Landmark
22
The Chinese Fishing Nets of Kochi, located in the Indian state of Kerala, are a distinctive symbol o..
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Samanar Hills
Historical and Religious Site
23
Samanar Hills are a historic hill rock complex located in Keelakuyilkudi village near Madurai in Tam..
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Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery and Auditorium
Historical Landmark and Art Gallery
24
Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery and Auditorium is a historical building located in the royal city of M..
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Madikeri Fort
Historical Landmark
25
Madikeri Fort in Coorg, Karnataka, India, encapsulates a rich historical legacy dating back to the 1..
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Krishnapuram Palace
Historical Landmark
26
Krishnapuram Palace is an 18th-century palace located in the small town of Kayamkulam near Alappuzha..
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Alleppey Lighthouse
Historical Landmark
27
Alleppey Lighthouse stands as a testament to the maritime history of Alleppey, also known as Alappuz..
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Mangala Devi Temple
Historical & Religious Site
28
Located amidst the lush greenery of Thekkady in Kerala lies the Mangala Devi Temple, an ancient stru..
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Mishkal Mosque
Historical Landmark
29
Mishkal Mosque is a historic mosque located in the coastal city of Kozhikode (Calicut) in Kerala, In..
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Aloysius Chapel
Historical Landmark
30
Aloysius Chapel is located in the heart of Mangalore (Mangaluru), Karnataka, India, atop the Light H..
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Penukonda Fort
Historical Landmark
31
Penukonda Fort, holding historical significance, is located in Anantapur district in the state of An..
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Kuthira Malika (Puthen Malika) Palace
Historical Landmark
32
Kuthira Malika, also known as Puthen Malika, is a palace situated in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram..
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Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
Historical Landmark
33
Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace, located in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, is a historical edifice that st..
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Vattakottai Fort
Historical Landmark
34
Vattakottai Fort, located in the coastal town of Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu, India, is a seaside fort..
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Sultan Battery Mangalore
Historical Landmark
35
Sultan Battery is a historical fortification constructed by the famous emperor Tipu Sultan in the 18..
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Palakkad Fort
Historical Landmark
36
Palakkad Fort, also known as Tipu's Fort, is a historic site located in the heart of Palakkad, Keral..
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Koodal Azhagar Temple
Historical & Religious Site
37
Koodal Azhagar Temple is a historical Hindu temple located in the city of Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India..
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Jew Town and Paradesi Synagogue
Historic Site, Cultural Site
38
Jew Town is a unique location nestled in the heart of Mattancherry, Kochi, which carries the remarka..
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Malik Deenar Mosque
Historical Place of Worship
39
Malik Deenar Mosque is a historic mosque situated in the Kasaragod district near Bekal, Kerala, Indi..
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Bangalore Palace
Historical Landmark
40
Bangalore Palace, a regal structure with exquisite woodcarvings and Tudor-style architecture, sprawl..
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Edakkal Caves
Historical Landmark/Natural Attraction
41
Edakkal Caves, nestled in the Ambukuthi Hills in Wayanad district of Kerala, India, are two natural ..
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Shore Temple
Historical & Heritage Site
42
The Shore Temple, a poignant symbol of the rich cultural heritage of India, stands elegantly against..
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Rama Setu (Adam's Bridge)
Natural Formation/Historic Site
43
Rama Setu, also known as Adam's Bridge, is a chain of limestone shoals running between Pamban Island..
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Brihadeeswara Temple (Peruvudaiyar Kovil)
Historical Landmark
44
The Brihadeeswara Temple, also known as Peruvudaiyar Kovil, is a magnificent example of Chola archit..
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Hosdurg Fort
Historical Landmark
45
Hosdurg Fort is a historical fort situated near the town of Kanhangad, which is a part of the Bekal ..
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Saraswathi Mahal Library
Historical Library
46
The Saraswathi Mahal Library, also known as Thanjavur Maharaja Serfoji's Sarasvati Mahal Library, is..
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Jain Temple, Sulthan Bathery
Historical Landmark
47
Jain Temple, located at Sulthan Bathery in Wayanad district of Kerala, India, is an historical monum..
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Raj Niwas Pondicherry
Historical Landmark
48
Raj Niwas, also known as the 'Palais du Gouvernement', is the official residence of the Lieutenant G..
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Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace)
Historical Landmark
49
Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, is a Portuguese palace popularly known as the D..
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Raja's Seat
Historical Landmark & Viewpoint
50
Raja's Seat, located in the enchanting town of Madikeri in Coorg, Karnataka, is a spectacular garden..
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Bekal Fort
Historical Landmark
51
Bekal Fort, situated in Bekal, Kerala, India, is a historic fort enveloping over 40 acres by the Ara..
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Milagres Church
Historical Landmark/Place of Worship
52
Milagres Church, also known as the Church of Our Lady of Miracles, is situated in the heart of Manga..
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Francis Church
Historical Landmark
53
St. Francis Church, situated in Fort Kochi in the city of Kochi (Cochin), Kerala, India, is renowned..
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Anjengo Fort
Historical Landmark
54
Anjengo Fort, also known as Anchuthengu Fort, is a historic fort located on the outskirts of Varkala..
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Anchuthengu and Anjengo Fort
Historical Landmark
55
Anchuthengu Fort, also known as Anjengo Fort, is a historical fort situated in Varkala, a coastal to..
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Ubaidullah Tomb
Historical Landmark
56
The Ubaidullah Tomb is located on Andrott Island, which is one of the islands that form the Lakshadw..
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Hemavathi
Historical Site / Village
57
Hemavathi is a historical village located in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, India. The vi..
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Veerabhadra Temple
Historical & Religious Site
58
The Veerabhadra Temple, also known as the Lepakshi Temple, is a notable historical and archaeologica..
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Ontimitta (Kodandarama) Temple
Historical & Pilgrimage Site
59
Ontimitta or Vontimitta Kodandarama Swamy Temple is a historically significant and graceful shrine l..
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Varkala Tunnel
Historical Landmark
60
Varkala Tunnel, also known as Varkala Turuthu, is a historical structure located in the coastal town..
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Fort Kochi
Historic Area
61
Fort Kochi is a region in the city of Kochi in the state of Kerala, India. This waterfront area is r..
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Belavadi
Cultural and Historical Site
62
Belavadi, a village in the Chikkamagaluru district of Karnataka, India, is well-known for its histor..
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Bekal
Historical Place
63
Bekal is a small town in the Kasaragod district of Kerala, India, famed primarily for its well-prese..
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Lepakshi
Historical & Cultural Site
64
Lepakshi, located in the Anantapur District of Andhra Pradesh, India, is steeped in mythological and..
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Lalitha Mahal Palace
Historical Landmark
65
Lalitha Mahal Palace, located near the Chamundi Hills in Mysore (now Mysuru), Karnataka, is the seco..
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Ezhimala Hill
Historical & Natural attraction
66
Ezhimala Hill, located near Payyanur in the Kannur district of Kerala, India, is renowned not just f..
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Lighthouse and the Lighthouse Heritage Museum
Historical Site & Museum
67
The Lighthouse and the Lighthouse Heritage Museum is situated in the historic coastal town of Mahaba..
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Vijayanagara Fort
Historic Site
68
Vijayanagara Fort, located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, is a historically significant fortification ori..
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Juma Masjid
Historical Place of Worship
69
Juma Masjid, also known as Thazhathangady Juma Masjid, is a significant historical mosque located in..
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Kallanai Dam (Grand Anicut)
Historic Dam and Heritage site
70
The Kallanai Dam, also known as the Grand Anicut, is a historic dam built on the Kaveri River in the..
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Halcyon Castle
Historic Site
71
Halcyon Castle, also known as Kovalam Palace, is a historic landmark situated in the coastal town of..
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Valiyathura Pier
Historical Landmark
72
Valiyathura Pier, located in the coastal town of Valiyathura in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, stands a..
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Stephen's Church Ooty
Historical Landmark
73
St. Stephen's Church is one of the oldest and most renowned landmarks in Ooty, Tamil Nadu, India. Co..
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Thanjavur
Cultural and Historical City
74
Thanjavur, known as the 'Rice bowl of Tamil Nadu,' is renowned for its cultural heritage and is loca..
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Kuttichira
Historic Site
75
Kuttichira is a picturesque locality situated in the heart of Kozhikode (Calicut) city in Kerala, In..
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Mother of God Church
Historic Church
76
The Mother of God Church, also known as Valiya Palli, is a historic Roman Catholic Church located in..
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