Perur Temple
The temple is at its colourful best in March, when the Panguni Uthiram festival is celebrated. Siva, the presiding deity of this temple, is known as Patteeswarar, and his consort Parvati is known as Pachchai Nayaki. The temple has a number of huge statues. Decorating one of its halls - The Kanagasabai Hall - are some exquisite sculptures. The temple was built by Karikala Cholan. Situated 7 kms from Coimbatore, the temple is by the River Noyyal.

Marudhamalai Temple
This temple dedicated to Lord Muruga is set atop a hill. The presiding deity. Dhandayuthapani, is said to have performed a number of miracles to make his devotees happy. The temple is 12 kms from Coimbatore Railway Station and Bus Stand.

V. O. C. Park
This park, maintained by the Municipality, is dedicated to the memory of V. O. Chidambaram Pillai, one of the stalwarts in Tamilnadu who fought against British imperiatlism. Also part of the park are an aquarium, a mini - zoo and a toy train circuit.

Agricultural Uniersity
The State Agricultural University is situated about 5 kms from Coimbatore Railway Station. Originally an Agricultural College. It had its beginnings in the Agricultural Demostration Farm that was started in 1968 in Saidapet, Chennai. This was shifted to Coimbatore in 1907 and became a Agricultural College of repute in the course of time. Today, it is the Tamil Nadu Agricultural university, one of the sixteen major Agricultural Universities in the Country and one of the best of South Asia, from where students come to it in large numbers.

Forest College
Coimbatore, which is an educational center of importance, is also the home of the Forest College, one of the oldest institution of its kind in India. The college, which has an international reputation, also has an interesting museum.

G. D. Naidu Industrial Exhibition
This industrial exhibition was established by that visionary industrialist, the late G. D. Naiodu. A legend in his lifetime. He made valuable contributions to the field of electronics and I the mechanization of agriculture. This permanent exhibition is a testimonial to these achivevements.

Other Places of Interest
Other places of interest in Coimbatore are: the Botanical Gardens. The South Indian Textile Research Association, Thandu Mariamman Temple and The Nehru Stadium.