Located on the Servaroyan Hills in Salem District, Yercaud is a hill station visited by tourists throughout the year. The Servaroyan Hills as a whole provide many beautiful vistas and panoramic views. Yercaud itself is a pretty hill station with a pleasant cool climate. Yercaud's temperature never rises above 30° C or falls below 13° C. This is one hill station where one does not feel the biting cold of winter. With such a salubrious climate, Yercaud can be visited round the year. It is an hour's drive from Salem and is the least expensive hill station in India.
Places to Visit :
Yercaud Lake:
The first thing that attracts a visitor is the lake. It is a picturesque pool surrounded by gardens and well wounded areas. Boating in the cold water of the lake is enchanting as well as refreshing.
Anna Park:
This is a lovely garden near the lake.
Lady's Seat:
It overlooks the winding ghat road and provides a breathtaking view. This view is spectacular at night with the twinkling lights of Salem town in sight. The tourists can have a panoramic view of the plains below, through the telescope mounted at the Lady's Seat.
Killiyur Falls:
This 3000 feet high water falls is situated amidst picturesque surroundings.
The Grange:
The castle - like building built by the then Collector of Salem, M.D. Cockburn who first introduced coffee from Arabia, apples and other fruits from South Africa between 1820 AD and 1829 AD in Yercaud is said to have played an important role in the revolt of 1857 AD.
Bear's Cave:
It is situated near the Norton Bungalow on the way to Servaroyan temple. It is an important tourist spot. Temple in this place is one of the six abodes of Lord Subramanya. Its innermost shrine is cut out of a solid rock.
The Servaroyan Temple:
It is situated atop Servorayan Hill. The tribals here celebrate their annual festival in May every year. |
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Accommodation for 02 nights / 03 days on twin sharing.
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Breakfast and taxes.
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Hotel's other complimentary services.
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Any kind of personal expenses or extra meals ordered.
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Anything not specifically mentioned under the head "Package includes"
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Tips, insurance, laundry, phone calls,Guide or Entrance Fees to monuments, museum, Camera fee, soft or hard drinks & starters etc.
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The services of vehicles is not included on leisure days & after finishing the sightseeing tour as per the itinerary.
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Any increase in taxes or fuel, leading to an increase in surface transportation & land arrangements which may come into effect prior to departure.
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Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, road blocks etc (to be borne by the clients directly on the spot).
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Remarks: Fundoo Vacations holds the right to change the airline/hotel and travel date (any point of time before the departure of the tour, alternate options will be advised in case this happens). Surcharges might be applicable in case the dates fall under any events or trade fairs.
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GST Extra as Applicable
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