Tirupur — Travel Guide
Tirupur is a city in the Kongu Nadu region of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Tirupur is the administrative headquarters of Tirupur district and the fifth largest urban agglomeration in Tamil Nadu. Tirupur is an ancient town. Tirupur was earlier known by the name of ‘Viradapuram’ or ‘Dharapuram’. References to the ancient town of Viradapuram can also be found in the epic Mahabharata, wherein the instance of re-capturing the stolen sheep-herds has been described. As per legends, Tirupur got its name from this incident – ‘Thiruppu’ meaning turn and ‘oor’ meaning place. Artefacts like coins, old pottery items, etc. have been excavated from Tirupur that points to its link to the ancient times. Tirupur was also a part of the ancient Chola Dynasty which is evident from the earliest Chola stone carvings that mention about Kanchi Maanadhi (the Noyyal River) and its fertile sand depositions. According to these carvings Tirupur was a well sought-after fertile land.
The best time to visit October to March.
By Air
The closest airport to Tirupur is the one at Coimbatore which is situated around 42 km away.
By Train
Tirupur, being a commercial centre has its own railway station.
Shopping in Tirupur is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Tirupur to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Tirup
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