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Introducing Pollachi
This is where the paradisiacal images of green hillsides draped in neatly lined tea bushes, coconut trees stretching towards the blue sky and the air thick with rustic charm converge into making vivid memories.
Derived from the Tamil expression, ‘PozhilVaichi’ or ‘land of prosperity’, Pollachi lies on the cusp of the Annamalai hills and the plains of Coimbatore. Dominated by a rich cultural, religious and natural lineage, the destination is sure to delight travellers with diverse sensibilities. Fringed by lush green plantations and inimitable serenity, Pollachi exudes a wondrous appeal.
The charm of discovering ancient temples, walking through the million shades of green that surround coconut and banana plantations and being a roar away from the Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary never withers away. Sway to the rhythm of simple village life and lose yourself to the luxury of nature’s marvels.
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Around Pollachi
Masani Amman Temple ANAMALAI
Arulmigu Masani Amman Temple, often referred as Anaimalai Masani Amman Temple, is a highly revered shrine situated at Anaimalai, in Coimbatore District of Tamil Nadu. It is situated at the confluence of Aliyar River and the Uppar stream Anaimalai Masani Amman Temple enshrines Goddess Arulmigu Masani Amman as the presiding deity. The deity is seen in a lying posture measuring 15 ft from head to foot. Legend has it that during Lord Ram wanderings in search of Sita, he stayed in Anaimalai in a graveyard. Hundreds of devotees flock to the temple, especially woman, during Tuesdays and Fridays. The annual Kundam Festival celebrated here is a major draw attended by thousands of devotees.
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Connectivity
By Air
Coimbatore airport is the nearest international airport to Pollachi – approximately 40 km (1 hour by road). International flights to Singapore, Sharjah are available by Silk Air, Air Arabia and Srilankan Airlines. Domestic airlines fly to Chennai, Bangalore, New Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and other Indian cities
By Road
Pollachi is well connected by a network of state and national highways to major metros like Chennai, Bangalore, Cochin etc by road.
Distance of various important centres from Pollachi:
Coimbatore – 40 KM (1 hr ) | Chennai – 525 KM (8 hrs) | Bangalore – 393 KM (6 hrs) | Mysore – 253 KM (4.5 hrs)
Cochin – 171 KM (3 hrs ) | Palakkad – 40 KM (45 min) | Madurai – 187 KM (3 hrs) | Erode – 128 KM (2 hrs)
Salem – 197 km (3 hrs by road) | Tirupur – 66 KM (1 hr) | Karur – 134 km (2 hrs) | Trichy – 223 km (3.5 hrs)
By Train
Coimbatore Junction is the nearest major railway station – approximately 40 km. Pollachi railway station is under modification due to the gauge conversion works. At present, all train services in Pollachi-Coimbatore; Pollachi – Palani, Dindigul; Pollachi – Palakkad sections are stopped due the Meter Gauge to Broad Gauge conversions. The Gauge conversion works are expected to get completed by end of 2013. Palakkad junction is also 40 Km from Pollachi and is easily accessible.