VELLORE TOURISM

The Vellore Fort which is said to have been built during Channa Bommi Nayaka and Thimma Reddy Nayaka in the 15th century and happens to be one of the best examples of military architecture in South India. It is spread over an area of more than 500 meters, situated at an altitude of 220m. Located right in the centre of the city, it has a giant moat at its entrance, where 10,000 crocodiles used to swim earlier.

Palamathi Hills also known as Balamathi Hills is an area belonging to the Eastern Ghats.Palamathi Hills is the perfect place for nature lovers to explore, with exquisite indigenous species of animals and birds, including lush greenery. At this place, one can enjoy various exciting recreational activities, such as adventurous treks, relaxing walks, photography, delightful picnics, scenic boat trips, bird watching, and admiring the most stunning sunsets.

The main feature of the temple has to be that it is covered in real gold foil and it is regarded as the biggest and the only temple to do that. The inauguration took place on 24th August 2007, and it was inaugurated by Narayani Amma. The chief deity of the temple is Sri Lakshmi Narayani or Maha Lakshmi, who is the Goddess of wealth in Hinduism. Sashasra Deepam or one thousand eight lamps is a ceremony that is performed in the temple every morning and in the evening.