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Yercaud - A Hill station which is part of South India. It is situated in the Shevaroys Hill Range in the Eastern Ghats. Entire taluk is managed as Township. Average Literacy Rate of Yercaud is 61.48 %. Hill is popularly known for Orange Groves, Coffee and Spice Plantation.

Altitude: 1,623 m above Sea Level

Climate: 31 °C, Wind SE at 10 km/h, 30% Humidity


Area: 382.67 Square KM

Population: 41869 (As per 2011 Census)  

Spots: Yercaud Lake, Pagoda Point, Rose Garden, Kiliyur waterfall, Ladys Seat..

Yercaud is located in Salem District, Tamilnadu. It is just 32 km away from Salem city. Tamilnadu Government drives buses from Yercaud to major cities. Airport and Railway Station are 38 km away from Yercaud Hill top.

Yercaud Lake

Yercaud Lake Boating
Yercaud Lake is well-known as Emerald Lake, Big Lake or Yercaud Lake. It is one of best place in Yercaud town. It is situated at the Center of the township. It is one of naturally made lake through all the hill station in Tamilnadu. Pretty Garden (Deer Park) is available on the banks of the Lake. Motor Boats & Row Boats are obtainable for Ride on the lake with Ticket cost. While boating in the Lake, Tourist will discover Picture-perfect atmosphere to click pictures. It will be one of the finest outing spot in Yercaud. Be assured to visit before 6 PM. 



Pogoda Point

 Pogada Point 
It is located at Eastern side of Yercaud hills. Pogoda point is also known as Pyramid Point. The name came from four piles of stones that form Pyramid shape. It is believed that it was raised by Local Tribes.  Pogoda Point is one of best tourist place to hold minds with comfort. No Entry fees is collected in the spot.




Deer Park

The Park is pretty picnic spot where travelers can enjoy views of the valley, while kids can explore Game activities. Lady’s seat and Yercaud Lake is the closest spot from the park. Park closes at 5 PM.  Deer Park is now changed as Eco Park.  Don’t make any plan on Tuesday because Park is closed. Entry ticket for Adult is 10rs and for children is 5rs.

Lady’s Seat

Lady’s seat view point is close one from center of Yercaud. It offers great view of Salem City & Hair pin bends. Night view of Salem city will look more beautiful from Lady’s seat but Place will be too dark after 6 30 coz less number of lights. Telescopic Binocular is available in the spot and ticket price is 5rs. Parking space is good.

Anna Park

Anna Park is located just opposite to Yercaud Lake. It has decent number of flowers, Kids play area and lots of trees. Yercaud Summer Festival is main highlight event and will happen on the month of May, more than 10 to 15 varieties of Flowers will be showcased on the festival. During the time of Festival, large number of tourist will gather from neighbor state. Japanese Garden is present inside Anna Park, in which plants are grown in Japanese style. Entry ticket for Adult is 15rs.

Loop Road

Coffee Plantation Estate



Loop road is actually 32km stretch from Yercaud town. Its starts from Yercaud Lake and will end on the same place. It will be a delight ride for Bikers and Car Drivers with 20 Hairpin bends. Loop Road has greenery on the both sides of the road and passes through villages, Coffee Estates & viewpoints.




There are some more beautiful Hill stations in Tamilnadu such as  OotyKolli Hills, Kodaikanal, Yelagiri, and so on



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