About Lady's Seat
Lady's Seat is a prominent hilltop viewpoint in Yercaud, a hill station in the Shevaroy Hills of Salem District, Tamil Nadu. Situated at an elevation of about 1,400 metres, it offers expansive panoramic views of the Salem plains, the winding ghat road with its 20 hairpin bends, and surrounding valleys. Developed during the British colonial period, it features a viewing tower with a telescope and is known for sunset views and its distinctive rock formation.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a cliff-edge viewpoint with a small viewing tower and telescope overlooking the Salem plains and the Yercaud ghat road. The site has paved viewing areas, seating, and safety railings with open valley and forested hillside surroundings. On clear days, the hairpin bends of the ghat road and distant plains are visible. The area is used for sightseeing, photography and sunset viewing, with small food stalls and parking nearby.
Key highlights
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Panoramic view of Salem plains and Yercaud ghat road with 20 hairpin bends
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Viewing tower with coin-operated telescope for distant views
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Popular sunset viewpoint over the Shevaroy Hills
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Distinctive rock formation and cliff-edge setting
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Misty valley views and photo opportunities
History of Lady's Seat
Viewpoint developed during the British colonial period as part of Yercaud hill station in the Shevaroy Hills; traditionally named after an English lady who frequented the spot to enjoy evening views of the plains
Route
| By air | Salem Airport is the nearest airport, about 38 km away; Coimbatore International Airport and Tiruchirappalli International Airport are farther alternatives |
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| By train |