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Neyveli Township & Lignite Mines
Planned industrial township of the Neyveli Lignite Corporation (formed 1956), built around India's major open-cast lignite mines, a landmark of independent India's industrial development.
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseVirudhachalam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree (mine/plant visits may need prior permission)
Nearest town/baseVirudhachalam
DistrictCuddalore
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
Planned industrial township of the Neyveli Lignite Corporation (formed 1956), built around India's major open-cast lignite mines, a landmark of independent India's industrial development.
Neyveli Township & Lignite Mines is planned from Virudhachalam, one of the travel bases in Cuddalore district. Use Virudhachalam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Neyveli Township & Lignite Mines — at a glance
TimingsTownship accessible during daylight hours
Best timeNov-Feb
Entry: Free (mine/plant visits may need prior permission)
Getting here
How to reach Neyveli Township & Lignite Mines
Virudhachalam Jn railway station ~25 km; nearest airport Puducherry (~45 km)
An industrial township rather than a conventional tourist site; mine-view access is restricted, best appreciated as a planned-town/industrial-heritage curiosity.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Virudhachalam or nearby in Cuddalore, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Neyveli Township & Lignite Mines — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Neyveli Township & Lignite Mines?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Neyveli Township & Lignite Mines?
Entry: Free (mine/plant visits may need prior permission). Timings: Township accessible during daylight hours. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Neyveli Township & Lignite Mines?
Base yourself in Virudhachalam or nearby in Cuddalore, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Neyveli Township & Lignite Mines?
About an hour.
What else is near Neyveli Township & Lignite Mines?
Nearby you can pair Satyagnana Sabha, Vadalur (9.2 km), Narthana Vallabeswarar Temple, Thirukoodalaiyathur (17.9 km), Virudhagiriswarar Temple, Virudhachalam (19.1 km), Thiruvamur Temple (Appar's birthplace) (20.7 km).
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