Yercaud in Tamil Nadu, India, is a captivating hill station with its tranquil environment, green foothills, and inviting weather. Peeking in the Shevaroy range of Eastern slates makes it ideal for many peaceful vacations for nature enthusiasts. Since Yercaud is dotted with coffee estates, clear water bodies, green parks, and viewpoints, all the tourists are always energized and curious. Find the top 10 places to visit in Yercaud. 

Yercaud Lake (Emerald Lake) 

Emerald Lake, is one of the most commonly visited places by tourists in this hill station. This scenic lake with green hills and forests all around is a very good place for boating. Pedal and row boats are available to the tourists, who can admire looking at the beautiful gardens and hills around the lake. This lake appears to be mesmerizing in the early hours of the day when there is a cool mist covering the water. There is also Deer Park and other leisure gardens which make it appealing and this place can be visited by every type of people family or couple. 

Lady’s Seat, Gent’s Seat, and Children’s Seat 

Lady’s Seat is one of the best destinations known for its view of the whole valley, with the city of Salem at a distance. The name was derived from the British female visitors who trekked to this position to watch the sunset. The other factors which make her seat fully equipped with a telescope suggest herself or other Lady’s seat as a better vantage point helps appreciate the winding roads and valleys below even further. Without much distance are Gent’s Seat and Children’s Seat where the same view as on the hill are more supplemented with gardens and playgrounds for children. Such spots are favourite among tourists due to the special attractiveness of the lightning from above, but this is thermal. 

Shevaroy Temple 

The Shevaroy Temple or the Shevaroy Hills Temple is located in the highest area of the Shevaroy Hills. The central aperture, particularly picturesque, allows one to appreciate the beautiful scenery that surrounds the temple and above the city of Yercaud. Shevarai temple worshipped by ethnic families in that region, is dedicated to a local deity Shevaroyan. The Meandering road that leads to the temple is equally thrilling and so how beautiful views of coffee estates and dense forests. The pleasant

atmosphere accompanied by gentle air within and outside the temple makes it easy to stay calm and easy to think about spiritual issues. 

Pagoda Point 

Pagoda Point which is sometimes referred to as Pyramid Point is undoubtedly the best place in Yercaud Hills to see the so-called pagoda-shaped stone structures. The point features a bird’s eye view of the city of Salem, small township firms, and valleys of hills in the distance. The area typically has a tranquil atmosphere hence making it a perfect place for quiet reflection or just admiring the scenery. The time of the day to best go to Pagoda Point is sunrise or dusk because the atmosphere truly becomes a canvas unlike any other. 

Botanical Garden and Orchidarium 

The Yercaud Botanical Garden is undoubtedly the sanctuary for plant lovers as well as nature enthusiasts. Under the Administration of the Horticulture Department, this garden contains several foreign and indigenous plant varieties including the rarest orchids. The orchidarium has more than 200 varieties of orchids displayed including the endangered lady’s slipper amongst others. This garden is rich in ferns shrubs and other decorative plants. In the same place, those who are curious about botany also enjoy this visit allows get acquainted with many kinds of plants present in this area. 

Kiliyur Falls 

Kiliyur Falls is a breathtaking waterfall situated approximately 3 km away from Yercaud Lake. The waterfall which plunges down a height of 300 feet, appears simply stunning, particularly in the rainfall months when it is at its peak. Accessing the falls is via a short but fairly demanding hike over and through the thick forest that surrounds the falls. The chill sight of roaring water wearing cool droplets and green trees waking up Kiliyur Falls is a place for those who enjoy nature and the love for adventures. 

Anna Park

Anna Park is a well-kept orchard that enhances the beauty of nature in the area. The park has a rich collection of many flowering plants and many flower beds and divisions catalogue the native plants. The visit to Anna Park in the summer season also coincides with the Flower Show which is held every year and provides a wide range of bright-colored and soothing flowers and plants. The park also has a Japanese-themed section which contains decorative plants like bonsai arranged in a very traditional way. It’s a wonderful place to take a nice stroll amid Mother Nature or have a great day out with kids. 

Silk Farm and Rose Garden

One of the places that a tourist would find interesting is the Silk Farm in Yercaud where they learn how silk is cultivated and how it turns into fabric ready for use. Tourists get to witness all the steps of the production of silk starting from the lifecycle of the silkworm to the steps that involve spinning silk threads. Attached to the silk farm is the Rose Garden which welcomes visitors with a captivating display of different shades and varieties of roses. The sweet smells of the roses as well as the views of the colorful flowers against the backdrop of hilly slopes are breath thus a visit to this place is highly recommended. 

Deer Park

It’s a fun recreation area near Yercaud Lake which is known as Deer Park which is the perfect domain to spend time with some deer and a few birds. It’s a nice vacation spot for families with kids as they will enjoy watching the animals in the real world. While there are animals present at the park there is also a play area for children as well as a great view of the lake for picnics. The well-kept pathways, arrangement of benches, and proximity to the lake make this place attractive for leisurely walks and relaxation amid natural beauty. 

Montfort School and the Sacred Heart Convent

Montfort School is among the oldest and most well-established schools in Yercaud, established in the year 1917. Montfort School is considered a school, but it has other facilities such as wonderful construction, a large area, and proper cultivation of the land within the boundary. It has beautiful fragments of history and some colonial structures, which are covered in trees. Sacred Heart Convent is another distinctive structure located on the campus with splendid architecture.