About Temples In Coimbatore :
Coimbatore is the city is the Headquarters of the District and the third largest city in Tamil Nadu. As it is exposed to the Palghat gap of Western Ghats it enjoys a salubrious climate. This has attracted a large number of textile mills to this region. It is rightly called the " Manchester of South India ". Coimbatore is also known for the manufacture of motor pumpsets and varied engineering goods. The city is also known for its handloom products. There are a number of technical institutions as well.
Perur Temple :
Built by Karikala Cholan, this temple is situated 7 Kms west of Coimbatore near river Noyyal. It is dedicated to Lord Siva. The presiding deity of the temple is known as Patteeswarar and His Consort, Pachai Nayaki. The exquisite sculptures in the hall , Kanagasabi, attract on e and all. It is also known as Mel Chidambaram.
Marudhamalai Temple :
This hill top temple is situated 12 kms away from the Central city. It is dedicated to Lord Muruga. This is a very famous temple. It is behaved that Lord Dandayuthapani performed several miracles in this hill top temple.
Velliyangiri andavar Temple :
This temple is located on the way to Siruvani. This beautiful temple is built and stands on one of the five hills. The five hills represent the five faces of Lord Shiva. Only in this temple the devotees are allowed to see the Panchalingam.
Eachanari Vinayakar Temple :
This temple lays 13 Km away from coimbatore on the pollachi main road. This temple is dedicated to Lord Vinayaka or Ganesha.