Loam's View Point
Historical Significance: Named after Mr. Loam, a British officer who oversaw the construction of the ghat road in 1886. This viewpoint is strategically located to offer a magnificent, sweeping view of the foothills, and is the first major viewpoint encountered when ascending the 40 Hairpin Bends to Valparai from Pollachi. Viewpoint Panorama: From this spot, one can clearly see the vast expanse of the Aliyar Reservoir below, the surrounding plains, and the continuous chain of the Western Ghats. It provides a crucial spot to appreciate the remarkable engineering of the ghat road construction.
General information
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Ideal Duration:
30 Minutes - 1 HourPlace Type:
Scenic ViewpointEntry Fees:
Admission Cost: No Entry Fee to access the viewpoint platform.
Parking Charges: Free roadside parking is usually available, though small, unofficial charges may apply on very peak travel days due to temporary local vendors. ...Admission Cost: No Entry Fee to access the viewpoint platform.
Parking Charges: Free roadside parking is usually available, though small, unofficial charges may apply on very peak travel days due to temporary local vendors.Timing:
Regular Timings: Open 24 Hours, as it is an unbarred roadside stop on a State Highway. However, visit only during daylight hours for safety.
Ideal Visit Time: Early Morning (6 AM to 8 AM) for mist and sunrise, or Late Afternoon (4 PM to 6 P...Regular Timings: Open 24 Hours, as it is an unbarred roadside stop on a State Highway. However, visit only during daylight hours for safety.
Ideal Visit Time: Early Morning (6 AM to 8 AM) for mist and sunrise, or Late Afternoon (4 PM to 6 PM) for sunset and better photographic light.Special Events:
Motorcycle Rally Stop: Occasionally, it serves as an organized photo and rest stop for large motor and car rallies navigating the Pollachi-Valparai ghats, providing a unique spectacle. ...Motorcycle Rally Stop: Occasionally, it serves as an organized photo and rest stop for large motor and car rallies navigating the Pollachi-Valparai ghats, providing a unique spectacle.Best Photo Spots:
The Dam View: Wide-angle shots capturing the entire Aliyar Reservoir below, stretching into the plains.
The Ghat Road: Capturing the serpentine hairpin road leading into the viewpoint (e. g. , the 10th or 11th bend).
Read MoreThe Dam View: Wide-angle shots capturing the entire Aliyar Reservoir below, stretching into the plains.
The Ghat Road: Capturing the serpentine hairpin road leading into the viewpoint (e. g. , the 10th or 11th bend).
Misty Morning: Photos of the entire valley enveloped in a thick blanket of morning mist, a common occurrence.
The Viewing Platform: Capturing the foreground railings against the dramatic background.Photo Gallery
Things To Do
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Panoramic Viewing: Use the railing to safely absorb the vast views of Aliyar Dam and the valley below.
Photography: Capture the long winding ghat road, the reservoir, and the distant Pollachi plains.
Road Break: Serves as an excellent, refreshing stop for drivers and passengers to rest after the initial steep and winding climb.
Sunrise/Sunset: Witnessing the play of light and mist over the huge reservoir and the valley floor.
Spotting Hairpins: Try to count the remaining hairpin bends on the road above, a popular small activity for travelers.
Macaque Watching: Observing the lively Lion-tailed Macaques (from a safe distance) that frequent the area's trees. ...Panoramic Viewing: Use the railing to safely absorb the vast views of Aliyar Dam and the valley below.
Photography: Capture the long winding ghat road, the reservoir, and the distant Pollachi plains.
Road Break: Serves as an excellent, refreshing stop for drivers and passengers to rest after the initial steep and winding climb.
Sunrise/Sunset: Witnessing the play of light and mist over the huge reservoir and the valley floor.
Spotting Hairpins: Try to count the remaining hairpin bends on the road above, a popular small activity for travelers.
Macaque Watching: Observing the lively Lion-tailed Macaques (from a safe distance) that frequent the area's trees.
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Why Famous:
Road Trip Highlight: Famous as the quintessential stop on the 40 Hairpin Bend journey to Valparai, offering the first, stunning view of the plains and the Aliyar Dam reservoir.
Photographer's Delight: Renowned for its unparalleled panoramic ...Road Trip Highlight: Famous as the quintessential stop on the 40 Hairpin Bend journey to Valparai, offering the first, stunning view of the plains and the Aliyar Dam reservoir.
Photographer's Delight: Renowned for its unparalleled panoramic perspective, especially during sunrise and sunset, making it a favorite for dramatic landscape photography and capturing the serpentine road. -
Architecture:
Simple Structure: The viewpoint has a very basic, functional architecture typical of a roadside scenic stop, prioritizing safety and clear sightlines. It primarily consists of a safe, railed observation platform carved into the mountainside.
Di...Simple Structure: The viewpoint has a very basic, functional architecture typical of a roadside scenic stop, prioritizing safety and clear sightlines. It primarily consists of a safe, railed observation platform carved into the mountainside.
Dimension and Material: The platform is modest, approximately 50 meters long, built with reinforced concrete and local stone masonry on the steep slope. A stone marker is often present indicating the hairpin bend number and the elevation (approx. 780m above sea level). The design is purely utilitarian to allow unobstructed viewing. -
How To Reach:
By Road: Must be reached by road transport (Car/Bus/Motorcycle) on the Pollachi-Valparai State Highway (SH 78).
By Bus: All buses plying between Pollachi and Valparai will pass this spot and can drop visitors nearby at the bend.By Road: Must be reached by road transport (Car/Bus/Motorcycle) on the Pollachi-Valparai State Highway (SH 78).
By Bus: All buses plying between Pollachi and Valparai will pass this spot and can drop visitors nearby at the bend.
By Train: Nearest station is Pollachi (30 Kms), from where a taxi is needed.
Local Transport: A local taxi from Aliyar Dam or Pollachi is a convenient option. -
Weather and Best Time to Visit:
Best Season: Post-Monsoon (September to November) when the dam is full, and the air is clear and misty, making for spectacular views.
Best Part of the Day: Late Afternoon as the sun descends, bathing the valley and dam in a memorable golden ...Best Season: Post-Monsoon (September to November) when the dam is full, and the air is clear and misty, making for spectacular views.
Best Part of the Day: Late Afternoon as the sun descends, bathing the valley and dam in a memorable golden light, providing excellent visibility. -
Near Tourist Places:
1. Monkey Falls (6 Kms), 2. Aliyar Dam (8 Kms), 3. Aliyar Park (9 Kms), 4. Pollachi Town (30 Kms), 5. Valparai Town (40 Kms), 6. Karumalai Balaji Temple (30 Kms), 7. Nirar Dam (35 Kms), 8. Upper Sholayar Dam (50 Kms), 9. Sethumadai Forest Check Post (15 Kms), 10. Grass Hills National Park (35 Kms, Permit needed)
Tourism Tips
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Safety: Exercise extreme caution on the road as it is a sharp hairpin bend; do not block traffic.
Monkey Alert: Do not feed or tease the resident monkeys; secure all food and bags, as they can be aggressive.
R...Safety: Exercise extreme caution on the road as it is a sharp hairpin bend; do not block traffic.
Monkey Alert: Do not feed or tease the resident monkeys; secure all food and bags, as they can be aggressive.
Refreshments: Facilities are limited to small vendors; carry sufficient drinking water, especially on hot days.
Gear: Carry a good camera, preferably with a wide-angle lens, for the best panoramic shots.
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