About Salem

      Salem is a Geologist’s paradise, surrounded by hills and the landscape dotted with hillocks and more...

      Salem is also the capital of Salem district whose other major locations are Mettur, Omalur & Attur. The district is well connected by rail and road networks. Salem is also at the base of the renowned tourist destination of Yercaud hills, which offers breathtaking views both during the ride up the hill and from the peak

      The name Salem appears to have been derived from Shalya or Sayilam which are found in inscriptions referring to the country around the hills. Salem and the hilly region around it were part of the Chera and Kongu country in ancient times.

      The major export commodities os salem are Textiles, yarn, granites, readymade garments, mangoes, coir products and stainless steel.

      Yercaud is a popular summer resort in Salem, quite inexpensive yet exquisitely picturesque. The cool and plesant climate prevailing here makes it an ideal summer retreat.

      Among other destinations are Mariamman, Murugan, Muniappan, Yercaud - Jewel of the South, The Anna Park, Lady's Seat, Pagoda Point, Killiyur Falls, The Grange, The Bear's Cave, The Servarayan Kaveri Amman Temple, The Montford School, The Reteat, Tharamangalam and more....

      Transport : Salem is a transit point for travel between Chennai, Bangalore, Thiruvananthapuram, Coimbatore, Madurai, Ernakulam/Cochin, Pondicherry, Trichy, Kanniyakumari and other places.

      National Highways : NH7, NH47 and NH68 at Salem

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