Area : 38.3 sq. km.
Altitude : 1515 mt.
STD Codes : 0423
Population : 36,863
Climate: Summer: Pleasant whether, Winter-Mild Cold
Clothing : Summer - Cotton ; Winter - Light Woolen
Languages Spoken : Tamil, Hindi and English.
Yercaud - Introduction
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 bitting cold of winter. With such a salubrious climate, Yerkaud can be visited round the year. It is an hour's drive from Salem and is the least expensive hill station in India.
History of Yercaud
Yercaud got its name from the Tamil words, yeri and kaadu, meaning lake and forest respectively. The British discovered it in the early 19th century. There are accounts of coffee plantations being introduced by a British officer in the area in the second decade of the 19th century. Though first house was built in 1840, the first metalled roads were laid only in the early 20th century. The cool climate attracted Christian missionaries and they established the Sacred Heart Convent for girls and Montfort School for boys. Schools like the Holy Cross Novitiate House, started by the Brothers of Don Bosco, followed these.
Accessibility
By Air: The nearest airport to Yercaud is at Tiruchirapalli.
By Rail: The nearest railway station is at the Salem Junction and the Salem Town at a distance of 33 km.
By Road: Yercaud is well connected by surface network with the towns of Salem, Cheney, Tricky, Madera, Bangalore and Coimbatore.
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 wooded trees. Boating in the cold water of the lake is enchanting as well as refreshing.
The Anna Park : Near the Lake. It is a lovely garden.
Lady's Seat : It overlooks the winding ghat road and provides a breath - taking view. This view is spectacular at night with the twinking 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.
