Perambalur District

Perambalur District
Perambalur District is located at a distance of 267 kilometers south of Chennai. Perambalur District came into existence on 01-10-1995 following the trifurcation of Trichy District. The city of Perambalur serves as the district headquarters.The district is bordered by Cuddalore district in the north, Trichy in the south, Namakkal and Trichy districts in the west and Ariyalur in the east. Perambalur District is the main producer for maize and small onions in Tamil Nadu. The district also has numerous colleges and educational institutions.

Tourist Attractions in Perambalur District

  • Ranjankudi Fort, Ranjankudi
  • National Fossil Wood Park, Sattanur
  • Sri Madurakaliamman Temple, Siruvachur
  • Vallikandapuram Shiva Temple
  • Chettukumal Temples, Siruvachur
  • Vishwakudi Dam

How to reach Perambalur District

Road – NH 45 runs through Perambalur, buses are easily available for Perambalur to Chennai (275 kilometres away) and to Trichy from where one can access rail and air networks..

Rail – Ariyalur Junction (30 kilometres away) and Trichy Junction (60 kilometres away) are the nearest rail heads.

Air – Trichy International Airport (about 75 kilometres from Perambalur) is the nearest airport.