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Salem

Tamil Nadu, India · Asia

About Salem

Salem sits on the route: 10 minutes from Kondalampatti, 44km from Kolli Hills 70 Hairpin Road.

Salem is a city located in Tamil Nadu, India. With a population of 917,414, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Salem sits in India, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Kolkata time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Salem to your route.

About Salem

Christ Church is located on Fort Road, near the District Collectorate, in the heart of Salem City, Tamil Nadu, India. The church has been serving the community for the last 140 years, since its consecration in 1875. The church services at Christ Church are conducted both in English and Tamil. The church was designed

Read more by architect Robert Fellowes Chisholm, who was a pioneer of the Indo-Saracenic architecture, and also designed the Senate House buildings of the University of Madras and the Madras Presidency College

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What are the best things to do in Salem?

Salem offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Salem located?

Salem is located in Tamil Nadu, India, Asia. The coordinates are 11.6538 latitude, 78.1554 longitude.

What is the population of Salem?

Salem has a population of approximately 917,414 people, making it a city in India.

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Quick Information

Population
917,414
Continent
Asia
Country
India
Region
Tamil Nadu
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
11.6538, 78.1554

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in India

Police
100
Ambulance
102
Fire
101
All emergencies
112
Driving side
left
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Worth the detour from Salem

1 notable place within an hour's drive.

famous road

Kolli Hills 70 Hairpin Road

A Tamil Nadu ghat road that climbs the Kolli Malai in exactly seventy hairpin bends, each marked with a painted number so you can count them off. Far quieter than the Nilgiris and thick with jackfruit groves and coffee.

44 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Salem

  • 44 kmKolli Hills 70 Hairpin RoadA Tamil Nadu ghat road that climbs the Kolli Malai in exactly seventy hairpin bends, each marked with a painted number so you can count them off. Far quieter than the Nilgiris and thick with jackfruit groves and coffee.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Salem.

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4 km awayPop. 20,318

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5 km awayPop. 5,857

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6 km awayPop. 12,090

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🇮🇳 India

7 km awayPop. 6,659

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