Perched at the minimal distance of 6 kms from the city, Perur temple is one of the best sights to be visited in Coimbatore. The temple is basically outcome of the efforts of Karikala Cholan and the main temple belongs to Lord Pateeswarar and Pachanayaki Amman. The temple is famous for its statue of a ‘Sepoy’ or an Indian soldier. The main festivals celebrated with full gusto and bliss in this temple is the Panguni Uthram which held during March every year. The architecture of this awesome temple is also very majestic and outstanding especially appreciated a lot by art-lovers.