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 The Dhyanalinga premises are also the location of the 112-foot [[Adiyogi Shiva statue|Adiyogi statue]], which was inaugurated by the [[Prime Minister of India]], [[Narendra Modi]], on [[Maha Shivaratri]], 2017.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.deccanchronicle.com/nation/in-other-news/240217/coimbatore-narendra-modi-unveils-112-feet-shiva-statue-on-mahashivaratri.html|title=Coimbatore: Narendra Modi unveils 112-feet Shiva statue on Mahashivaratri|date=2017-02-24|work=[[Deccan Chronicle]]|access-date=2017-04-11|language=en}}</ref> The statue represents Shiva as the Adiyogi or first yogi, and the Adi Guru or first Guru, who offered [[yoga]] to humanity. It is the tallest bust of Shiva in the world.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.business-standard.com/article/news-ani/coimbatore-pm-modi-unveils-112-feet-tall-bust-of-adiyogi-shiva-117022400886_1.html|title=PM Modi unveils 112-foot tall bust of Adiyogi Shiva in Coimbatore|last=ANI|date=2017-02-24|work=Business Standard India|access-date=2017-04-11}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.kaumudi.com/innerpage1.php?newsid=88366|title=PM unveils Adi Yogi, world's tallest bust|website=www.kaumudi.com|access-date=2017-04-11}}</ref> The height of the statue – 112 feet – represents the 112 ways Adiyogi is said to have offered, in which a human being can attain [[Moksha|mukti]].
+==Hill Stations==
+Tamil Nadu situated in the southern end of the Western and Eastern ghats is the home to several hill stations. Popular among them are [[Udagamandalam]] (Ooty), [[Kodaikanal]], [[Yercaud]], [[Coonoor]], [[Valparai]], [[Yelagiri]], [[Sirumalai]], [[Kalrayan Hills]] and the [[Kolli Hills]]. The Nilgiri hills, Palani hills, Shevaroy hills and Cardamom hills are all abodes of thick forests and wildlife.
+===Udagamandalam===
+[[File:Doddabetta.jpg|thumb|200 px|A view of [[Ooty]], from the Dodabetta Peak its highest point]]
+[[File:Ooty tamilnadu india.jpg|thumb|Houses in Ooty]]
+Popularly known as [[Ooty]] situated in the [[Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve]] is the most popular Hill station in South India.<ref>[http://www.tamilnadutourism.org/HillStation/TNHillStations/HS_Ooty.aspx?catid=030102P01 Hillstation :::]. Tamil Nadu Tourism.</ref> It provides a scenic view of [[Nilgiri Hills]]. The town is connected to the rest of India by road and the popular [[Nilgiri Mountain Railway]], and its historic sites and natural environment attract tourists from all over the country. The list of attractions include :
+*Government Rose Garden&nbsp;– The largest Rose garden in India.
+*Ooty Lake
+*St. Stephen's Church
+*Ooty Golf Course
+*Tribal Museum
+*Doddabetta Peak
+*Wenlock Downs
+*Emerald and Avalanche Lakes
+*Pykara Falls
+===Kodaikanal===
+[[File:கொடைக்கானல்.jpg|thumb|200 px| [[Kodaikanal]] with the lake in the picture]]
+Located in the forests of the Dindigul districts, the hill station of [[Kodaikanal]] is fast gaining reputation for its "unspoilt beauty and soothing climate".{{citation needed|date=December 2017}} It is known by the nickname "Princess of Hill stations"<ref>[http://www.tamilnadutourism.org/HillStation/TNHillStations/HS_Kodaikkanal.aspx?catid=030101P01 Kodaikanal at TTDC]. Tamilnadutourism.org.</ref> and is a leading tourist destination in [[Tamil Nadu]]. The most popular sights within the town are:
+*The [[Kodaikanal Lake]]&nbsp;– Kodaikanal's most popular geographic landmark and tourist attraction. Rowboats and pedalos can be hired at the Kodaikanal Boat Club. Very popular with tourists.
+*Bryant Park: Just east of the lake is the Bryant Park. Over 325 species of trees, shrubs and cacti and flowers.
+*Coaker's Walk&nbsp;– A paved pedestrian path offering stunning views of the mountains and the plains below.
+*Green Valley View&nbsp;– Offers views of the plains and the Vaigai River Dam at the South.
+*Shembaganur Museum of Natural History&nbsp;– A nature museum with over 500 species of local wildlife and 300 exotic orchid species.
+*Silver Cascade&nbsp;– A waterfall in the region popular with first-time visitors.
+*Berijam Lake&nbsp;– A calm lake surrounded by nature.
+=== Valparai ===
+[[File:Aaliyar Dam.jpg|thumb|200px|View of Aaliyar Dam from Valparai mountains]]
+Valparai is a [[Taluk]] and [[hill station]] in the [[Coimbatore district]] of [[Tamil Nadu]], India. It is located 3,500 feet above sea level on the [[Anaimalai Hills]] range of the [[Western Ghats]], at a distance of 100 kilometres from [[Coimbatore]]. The tea plantations are surrounded by [[evergreen forest]]. The region is also a rich [[Asian elephant|elephant]] tract and is known to have many [[leopard]]s. The drive to the town from [[Pollachi]] passes through the [[Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park|Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary]] noted for [[elephant]]s, [[Sus (genus)|boars]], [[lion-tailed macaque]]s, [[gaur]], [[spotted deer]], [[Sambar (deer)|sambar]], and [[Indian giant squirrel|giant squirrels]]. The area is also rich in birds, including the [[great hornbill]]. Water bodies at [[Monkey Falls]] and [[Aliyar Reservoir|Aliyar Dam]] are also seen en route. Valparai receives among the highest rainfall in the region during the monsoons (around June).
+The Valparai range is also habitat to the [[Nilgiri tahr]], an endemic wild ungulate. These mountain goats inhabit the high ranges and prefer open terrain, cliffs and grass-covered hills, a habitat largely confined to altitudes from 1200 to 2600m in the southern Western Ghats.
+=== Meghamalai ===
+Meghamalai, popularly called High Wavy Mountains, is a cool and misty mountain range situated in the [[Western Ghats]] in [[Theni district]], [[Tamil Nadu]]. It is dotted with [[cardamom]] plantations and [[tea]] estates. The place is situated at an elevation of 1,500 m above sea level and it is rich in flora and fauna. This area, now mostly planted with tea, includes Cloudlands, Highwavys and Manalaar estates, the access to which is now largely restricted. It still includes large untouched remnants of evergreen forest.
+===Yercaud===
+[[File:Yercaud lake.jpg|200 px|thumb|The lake at [[Yercaud]], also known as the Jewel of the South.]]
+The [[Yercaud]] hills situated at an altitude of 1515 m in the Salem District is an enchanting and picturesque hill station in the Eastern Ghats. Known for its rich flora and scenic views of the other hills, nearby Yercaud receives a good number of tourists every year for its slightly less-expensive fare as compared to Udagamangalam or Kodaikanal. Yercaud is also a great base for trekking and visiting neighbouring tourist spots like:<ref>[http://www.tamilnadutourism.org/HillStation/TNHillStations/HS_Yercaud.aspx?catid=030103P01 Yercaud at TTDC]. Tamilnadutourism.org.</ref>
+*Killiyur Falls&nbsp;– a 27-metre-high waterfall.
+*Lady's seat&nbsp;– a high peak offering views of the plains below.
+*The Servaroyan Temple&nbsp;– The temple is a narrow and dark cave having the God Servarayan and the Goddess Kaveri inside, which are believed as the deities of the Shevaroy Hills and Cauvery River.
+*Pagoda Point: Another vantage view point; once adorned with stone built pagodas, it is now home to a large temple.
+*Heaven's Ledge: A Scenic west-facing cliff situated in Gowri Estate in Yercaud. It has been converted into a campsite to encourage [[sustainable tourism]]. It is 15&nbsp;km from the main town area.
+===Kolli Hills===
+[[Kolli Hills]] is a mountain range located in central Namakkal District of Tamil Nadu in India. The mountains are relatively untouched by commercial tourism and still retain their natural beauty.<ref>[http://www.tamilnadutourism.org/HillStation/Trekking/kollihills.aspx Kolli Hills at TTDC]. Tamilnadutourism.org.</ref> The government holds a tourism festival in August. Kolli Hills has been the top choice for nature lovers, hiking enthusiasts, trekking clubs and meditation practitioners among hill stations in Tamil Nadu. Kolli hills is less polluted and mostly unexplored compared to the other hill stations in the state and effective steps re being implemented to improve the area as to make it more tourist-friendly. In comparison to other hill stations in Tamil Nadu, Kolli Hills is not commercialized, less polluted and offers unique mountain ranges. [[Agaya Gangai]] is a waterfall situated near the Arappaleeswarar temple. Additionally the district administration has recently developed a botanical garden, Boat house, Cave house, New waterfalls called Masila Falls. The administration also celebrated "Ori festival" with lot of cultural events
+And this [[Kolli Hills]] hiking fest will happens yearly once from local Volunteer team on the time of rainy season, which is including open dancing  fests and swimming Competitions and some small level local events
+===Coonoor===
+[[File:Tea plantations in Coonoor.jpg|thumb|Tea plantations in Coonoor]]
+Part of the Nilgiri Mountain Range, [[Coonoor]] is the second largest hill station in the mountain range and is an ideal base for trekking expeditions leading into the Nilgiri Mountains. Coonor is en route the Mettupalayam-Ooty highway as well as the NMR and is an ideal break-point for tourists to Ooty. The Dolhin's Nose Viewpoint and the Lamb's Rock offer stunning views of the mountainside. The attractions in the town and nearby include -
+*Sim's Park&nbsp;– The main attraction within the town, a small well maintained botanical garden that has several varieties of plants. An annual fruit show is held in the town in summer.
+*Droog Fort&nbsp;– At a distance of 13&nbsp;km from Coonoor, the Droog takes one into the past, with the ruins of a fort, which was once used by Tipu Sultan in the 18th century.
+*Law's Falls
+*Catherine Falls
+* Sri sathya sai baba temple of 20&nbsp;km from coonoor located at Mel-hosahatty village.
+* sri Shiridi sai baba temple of 8&nbsp;km from coonoor located at yedappalli village.