Coimbatore is one of the most industrialised cities in the state. Popularly known as "The Textile Capital of South India" the city is situated on the banks of the river Noyyal. Located in the shadow of the Western Ghats, Coimbatore enjoys a very pleasant climate the whole year round because of its geography which allows air flows through the 25-km long Palakkad gap.Coimbatore is a popular gateway city to the many attractions in this region.It is a popular overnight stop for those that wish to take the toy train from Mettupalayan to Ooty.
Anamalai Wildlife Sanctuary is about 90-km from Coimbatore and is situated at an altitude of 1,400 meters in the Western Ghats near Pollachi. The area of the sanctuary is 958-sq-kms. An ecological paradise, this sanctuary encompasses a National Park. It has just recently been renamed Indira Gandhi wildlife sanctuary. The Sengupathi Water Falls are situated 35-km from Coimbatore on the Coimbatore - Siruvani main Road. The other waterfalls in the region are The Monkey Falls also located 65-km from Coimbatore and The Siruvani Waterfalls located at a distance of 37-km west of Coimbatore. The water of Siruvani is known for its minerals and taste. The panoramic view of the dam and the falls are of enchanting beauty.The Vaideki Water Falls are located 30-km from Coimbatore and these are a fine picnic spot for trekkers.
Coimbatore is a major railway junction on the Southern Railways and has trains to Chennai, Rameswaram, Madurai, Bangalore, Mumbai, Kanyakumari, Kozhikode, Mettupalayam, Kochi and Delhi. Coimbatore is connected by road with all major places in South India.Coimbatore's Airport is located12km northeast of town and flights to other parts of India are available form here.