Salem

Salem, an important business centre, is famous for its steel plant and stainless steel. It is an important stopover for Yercaud and Hogenakal, Salem is also known for its gold and silver jewellery and handlooms.

ACCESS

The nearest airport is at Thiruchirapalli, 140 km. Regular train and bus services are available from Bangalore, Thiruchirapalli, Chennai and several other cities in Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.

PLACES OF INTEREST

Salem Steel Plant, Sunganeswar Temple, Government Museum, Kurumbapatty Zoological Park, Mariamman Temple.

EXCURSIONS

Hogenakkal (145 km) - is worth a visit for its beautiful waterfalls.

Sankagiri (37 km) - is known for its hill fort of Tipu Sultan and Hyder Ali. Namakkal (50 km) - is famous for its rock cut caves and the Hanuman Temple. Tiruchengodu (42 km) - is an important pilgrim centre since 7th century. Mettur (50 km) - is an ideal picnic spot on Cauvery with its multi-purpose dam surrounded by parks and gardens.

ACCOMMODATION

Southson (3-star), A/4, Bharathi Street, Swarnapuri, Salem - 636004. Phones: 0427-448702/6102-04. Fax: 0427-446996.

LRN Excellency (2-star), No.7, Sarada College Road, Salem - 636 007. Phones: 0427-414466/11. Fax: 0427-416160.

National, Bangalore Road, Salem - 636 009. Phones: 0427-212900/3800.