What to expect
Karadiyur View Point
A cliff-edge viewpoint in the Shevaroy Hills near Yercaud offering wide valley views. It is popular for sunrise and sunset and is one of several named lookout points around the Yercaud plateau.
Practical guide
Plan Karadiyur View Point
Typeviewpoint
Nearest baseYercaud
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseYercaud
DistrictSalem
Place typeviewpoint
Time neededAbout an hour.
A cliff-edge viewpoint in the Shevaroy Hills near Yercaud offering wide valley views. It is popular for sunrise and sunset and is one of several named lookout points around the Yercaud plateau.
Karadiyur View Point is planned from Yercaud, one of the travel bases in Salem district. Use Yercaud for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Karadiyur View Point — at a glance
TimingsOpen daylight hours; best at sunrise and sunset
Best timeOctober to June (pleasant hill weather)
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Karadiyur View Point
About 33 km from Salem up the Shevaroy ghat road; nearest railway Salem Junction (~33 km); nearest airport Salem (SXV) ~35 km.
Reached along the plateau ghat road; a low railing edges the cliff, so keep clear of the drop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Yercaud or nearby in Salem, 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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Karadiyur View Point — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Karadiyur View Point?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Karadiyur View Point?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daylight hours; best at sunrise and sunset. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Karadiyur View Point?
Base yourself in Yercaud or nearby in Salem, 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 Karadiyur View Point?
About an hour.
What else is near Karadiyur View Point?
Nearby you can pair Kurumbapatti Zoological Park (3.0 km), Pagoda Point (Pyramid Point) (3.2 km), Lady's Seat (3.4 km), Silk Farm and Rose Garden (3.9 km).
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- Karadiyur View Point:Yercaud-elango, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0