Sholayar Dam

Sholayar Dam is situated 20 km from Valparai, a hill station on the Anamalai range in Coimbatore District. It is the second deepest dam in Asia. With its scenic surroundings, the dam is a busy tourist spot in the hidden forest area. A part of the hydroelectric project of Tamil Nadu, special permission is required to visit the dam.

Valparai is located 64 km from Pollachi and 55 km from Chalakudi. The nearest railway station is the Coimbatore Junction Railway Station.