Tamilnadu Vellore

Vellore had the landmark of  thePallava, Chola, Nayak, Maratha, ArcotNawabs and Bijapur Sultan Kindoms. It was described as the best and the strongest fortress in the Carnatic War in the 17th Century. It was witnessed the massacre of European soldier during the mutiny of 1806.

Vellore is the Head-Quarters of Vellore District is well connected by Rail and bus routes to major towns of the neighbouring states like Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Kerala. The history of the District assumes a great significance and relevance, as we unfold the glorious past. The Monuments found in the district give a vivid picture of the town through the ages. In the 18th Century Vellore District was the scene of some of the decisive battles fought in Ambur 1749 A.D., Arcot 1751 A.D. and Vandavasi 1768 A.D. as a result of the long – drawn struggle between the English and the French for Supremacy.

Some important questions arise when we choose a destination.

Most important places to Visit in Vellore . / Sightseeing places in Vellore

Which all places I can visit along with Vellore ?

Tour Itineraries along with Vellore

Best time to visit Vellore .

How to reach Vellore  ?

Most important places to Visit in Vellore / Sightseeing places in Vellore

Vellore Fort

Government Museum

Science Park

VainuBappu Observatory

Amirthi Zoological Park

Srilakshmi Golden Temple

Jalakandeswarar Temple

Which all places I can visit along with Vellore? / Tour Itineries along with Vellore

Chennai - Covelong - Vellore Pondicherry

Chennai – Kanchipuram – Mahabalipuram – Vellore-Pondicherry – Trichy - Madurai

Chennai - Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram - Vellore - Pondicherry - Sawamimalai - Tanjore

Chennai – Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry - Thanjavur - Trichy - Madurai - Rameshwaram - Madurai – Chennai

How to reach Vellore?

Vellore is well connected by train and bus from both Bangalore (210 km) and Chennai (140 km).

By train

Vellore has two railway stations -Katpadi Junction and Vellore Cantonment. Katpadi Junction is the more important of the two. There are frequent trains from Tirupati, Bangalore, Chennai and Coimbatore. Other trains passing through this route also halt at Katpadi Jn.

By bus

Vellore has its main Bus Stand located near the Palar Bridge (5km from KatpadiJn) and it has both State run and private run buses to all major towns and cities in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Kerala.

By Air

Chennai is the nearest Airport , is well connected with taxis, govt Bus.

Best time to visit Vellore

The best time to visit the region is  between the months of October to March.

More details about Vellore:    http://www.vellore.tn.nic.in/