Yercaud

What is the best time to visit Yercaud? October to June is the best time to visit Yercaud because the weather is dry and cool. However, Yercaud offers breathtaking views and a tranquil ambience throughout the year. During the month of May, a seven-day Summer Festival is conducted which includes flower shows, dog shows, boating races and village fairs. Monsoons (July - September) could be avoided as rains might hamper your sightseeing plans, but the rains make this place extra beautiful and you might not want to miss that either. Month High/Low (°C) Rain January 25°/ 13° 2 days February 27°/ 13° 0 days March 29°/ 15° 2 days April 30°/ 17° 13 days May 32°/ 19° 17 days June 30°/ 18° 14 days July 27°/ 17° 16 days August 26°/ 17° 21 days September 26°/ 16° 27 days October 24°/ 16° 29 days November 24°/ 15° 16 days December 23°/ 14° 4 days With temperatures that hardly move out of the range between 24 degree Celsius and 28 degree Celsius, Yercaud experiences mild summers during March to June. The best places to visit during this season are the enchanting Emerald Lake, Killiyur Falls, Silk Farm, and Lady?s Seat. Apart from these attractions, one particular festival which allures tourists from every nook of the world is the Yercaud Summer Festival. Held in May, it is an annual festival which keeps everyone on their toes until its arrival. Usually taking place for five days, the enrapturing summer event is as grand as it gets! From sophisticated folk dances to bewitching musical co...

Cover Image Credit: Wikimedia Whether you are vacationing with your friends or family, no place other than Yercaud can give you the best memories. This hill station of South Indian state Tamil Nadu indeed is surrounded with loads of tourist spots. In one sentence it can be said that Yercaud in itself a small package full of every natural aspect. Right from the hill to lake to the woods – you don’t have to miss anything if you ever be into this place. And, when it comes to adopting nature and its fresh air, Yercaud can definitely offer you everything you need under a single roof. Unlike other places, there are a lot of things to do in Yercaud that can fill your time with full of excitements. 11 Things To Do In Yercaud Let’s check some of the best activities that take place in this hill station and you can’t ignore them. From adventures that will thrill you up all over to places that will fill you up with beauty. • Yercaud: Explore The Hill Station • Sweet Rascal Cafe: Spend Quality Time • Adventure Sports: High Rope And Zipline • Pipe Dream Adventure Game: Participate • Woods Of Yercaud: A Walk To Remember • ATV Ride: Treat The Adventurer • Burma Bucket: Dare To Walk • Trampolining: Bring Out The Kid Within • Sightseeing: Enjoy The Scenic Beauty • Bear Cave: A Unique Visit • Big Lake: Go Boating 1. Yercaud: Explore The Hill Station People who have already been into this place, they certainly know that Yercaud leads the visitors towards the best roads. While you drive throug...

Of Lakes, Coffee Trails and Nature Walks Located in the Shevaroy hills, in the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, Yercaud, meaning ‘Lake Forest’, is a hill town developed around a beautiful lake, with dense forests in the vicinity. Home to a rich variety of flora and fauna, Yercaud offers scenic views and spectacular sightings. The tiny hill station has a little something for everyone - be it boating, hiking, quad biking or walks through coffee plantations. For those who love the outdoors, enchanting nature trails through the deep forest leading up to hidden waterfalls and secluded groves are sure to inspire awe.

Nestled in the Shivaroy Hills of Tamil Nadu, Yercaud is a hill station in the Eastern Ghats steeped in abundant greenery. Commonly called ‘Ooty of the Poor’, this region has a history dating back to the time of the British. Located at an altitude of 4970 feet, Yercaud is known for its vast expanses of coffee plantations and great weather. Yercaud lake is the main point of attraction of the region.One of the many highlights is the summer festival that takes place in May. It is dedicated to Lord Servarayan, the supreme god of the ranges and gives visitors a glimpse into the rich heritage of this region. The other major source of income is agriculture, with coffee as the major crop. Coffee was first cultivated on the "Grange Estate" in 1820 when coffee plants were brought from Africa to Yercaud by Mr M.D. Cockburn. Jackfruit, star apple, fig, lacota, water apple, oranges, guava and spices such as black pepper and cardamom are other crops raised on the coffee estate. Sandalwood, teak and silver oak are abundant as well. Summer Festival is held during the middle of May, when the annual festival of Lord Servarayan, presiding deity of the Shevaroy Hills, takes place. There is a 7-day exhibition of flower shows, dog shows, boating races and a village fair. Yercaud has a population of approximately 40,000 people during the 2001 census period. The scheduled Tribal population of Yercaud is 24,449 people. The majority of the population is Tribal people in Yercadu. The indigenous inhab...