"Nature" itinerary for Yercard Tamil Nadu

  1. 6:00AM: Yercaud Lake
    10 minutes (1.5 miles) from Yercard Town

    Yercaud Lake is a man-made lake surrounded by lush forests, making it a perfect spot for morning nature walks and bird-watching. Boating is also available for those interested.

  2. 9:00AM: Botanical Garden
    20 minutes (2.3 miles) from Yercaud Lake

    Spread over 32 acres, this garden boasts a collection of various plants, trees, and flowers. The garden also has a small pond with various bird species that visitors can admire while strolling through the lush greenery.

  3. 11:30AM: Killiyur Falls
    40 minutes (5.8 miles) from Botanical Garden

    Located amidst the Shervaoyan Hills, Killiyur Falls is a spectacular waterfall surrounded by untouched greenery. Visitors can enjoy baths in its sparkling waters and witness their misty beauty up close. Make sure to check before you go as it's closed during the monsoons.

  4. 2:00PM: Pagoda Point
    25 minutes (3.0 miles) from Killiyur Falls

    This viewpoint offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the valley, standing at an altitude of 5000ft. A small pagoda-shaped temple with a Rama-Sita-Krishna memorial statue is also a major attraction here.

  5. 4:00PM: Lady's Seat
    10 minutes (0.7 miles) from Pagoda Point

    An ideal spot to witness the sunset, Lady's Seat offers a panoramic view of the city and the valley below. It has a viewing platform and a telescope to observe the surrounding beauty more closely.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Yercaud Lake (1 hour, free)
  • Botanical Garden (2 hours, INR 30)
  • Killiyur Falls (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Pagoda Point (1 hour, free)
  • Lady's Seat (1 hour, INR 10)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 60

Useful tips

If you have more time, you can add the Deer Park and Shevaroy Temple to the itinerary. Add more time for exploration, since we haven't included hiking time. If you have less time, you can skip either Killiyur Falls or Lady's Seat.

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