What to expect
Silk Farm and Rose Garden
A government sericulture demonstration farm with an adjoining rose garden a couple of kilometres from Yercaud town. Visitors can see the stages of silk production, and it is a common stop on the Yercaud sightseeing loop.
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Silk Farm and Rose Garden
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Plan Silk Farm and Rose Garden
Typepark
Nearest baseYercaud
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryNominal entry fee
Nearest town/baseYercaud
DistrictSalem
Place typepark
Time neededAbout an hour.
A government sericulture demonstration farm with an adjoining rose garden a couple of kilometres from Yercaud town. Visitors can see the stages of silk production, and it is a common stop on the Yercaud sightseeing loop.
Silk Farm and Rose Garden 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
Silk Farm and Rose Garden — at a glance
TimingsApprox 9 AM to 5 PM
Best timeOctober to June (pleasant hill weather)
Entry: Nominal entry fee
Getting here
How to reach Silk Farm and Rose Garden
About 30 km from Salem up the Shevaroy ghat road; nearest railway Salem Junction (~30 km); nearest airport Salem (SXV) ~35 km.
The ghat road up from Salem has 20 hairpin bends; roses bloom best in the cooler months.
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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When is the best time to visit Silk Farm and Rose Garden?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Silk Farm and Rose Garden?
Entry: Nominal entry fee. Timings: Approx 9 AM to 5 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Silk Farm and Rose Garden?
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 Silk Farm and Rose Garden?
About an hour.
What else is near Silk Farm and Rose Garden?
Nearby you can pair Lady's Seat (600 m), Shevaroy Hills (760 m), Yercaud Lake (760 m), Anna Park (880 m).
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