Vaniyambadi

Vaniyambadi is a town and a municipality in Vellore district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is known for its leather industries. It is located 70 KM towards west from District head quarters Vellore. It is a Taluk head quarter. Vaniyambadi derives from 'Vani', the name of the Hindu goddess Saraswati, and 'Padi', "to sing"; folklore suggests that Vani sang on the banks of the river Palar at the request of the Hindu Gods Vishnu and Shiva. Temples for Sundara Varadaraja Perumal (Vishnu) and Athitheeswarar (Shiva) with Prahannaayagee lie on the either side of the river.

Yelagiri is about 25 km from the town. Javadi Hills is another small hill station nearby. Asia's second largest telescope, Vainu Bappu Observatory of the Indian Institute of Astrophysics is situated at Kavalur near Vaniyambadi. Several centuries-old temples like Sundara Varadaraja (Azhagu) Perumal and Athitheeswarar are prominent places of worship in the town. Avangaliamman Temple in Netaji Nagar Vaniyambadi.

Best Time To Visit

The best time to visit October to March.

How To Reach

By Air

The nearest airport is Bangalore International Airport.

By Train

There are regular trains from other major cities of the country to Vaniyambadi.

Shopping

Shopping in Vaniyambadi 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 Vaniyambadi to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Vaniyambadi means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Vaniyambadi is the most important activ

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