Ukkadam-Valankulam Lake — Attraction in Central Zone

At a distance of 1 km from Coimbatore Junction, the Ukkadam-Valankulam Lake is a serene lake situated in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India. Located between Trichy road and Sungam bypass road, it is one of the popular places to visit in Combatore.

Ukkadam Lake or Ukkadam Periyakulam is spread over an area of 1.295 sq. km and has an average depth of 19 feet. The lake is fed by canals derived from the Noyyal river. The lake also receives water from Selvachinthamani lake located upstream in the north and drains water. The lake has an outlet connecting it with Valankulam lake. The water can be released through four sluice gates located on the south side of the lake. A railway track connecting Coimbatore Junction and Podanur passes over the lake.

In 2010, the lake was taken over by Coimbatore Corporation on a 90-year lease and announced a beautification project at the cost of INR 49.5 million in 2015. As part of the lake beautification and restoration project, the city corporation has set up floating decks, a walkers' plaza, a children's play area, non-motorized tracks, and food kiosks. They also laid a 1.2 km stretch of road exclusively for two-wheelers and beautify the tank bund by installing solar-powered lamps and steel fences. Popularly called the Marine Drive of Coimbatore, the road was inaugurated on 8th June 2015, by the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and helped ease traffic congestion in the Ukkadam area.

The lake is a paradise for bird lovers. As per a study on bird diversity conducted in 2013, about 48 species of avifauna belonging to 20 families were recorded. The highest bird population was observed during January and February. One can spot various birds including little grebes painted storks, and purple moorhen as part of Coimbatore...

An okayish new tourist attraction in Coimbatore. . The vibe in this place is really good ,but government has to take measures to maintain this place well ..or else it can turn like every other place . . As of now things look fine and not too bad even though all the excercise like thing is already broken . . Boating looked fun , even though I didn't go for boating cause the time was already up and then it was gonna Rain so they stopped the tickets . One things to note is the water is smelly and really bad . If accidentally fell into the water you could probably get infected 🦠 . Deposits given will be returned back once return after boating . . Overall good place . I would request the higher authorities to make sure to maintain this place for longer life of this place and community...

Great entertainment place..Great place.. The government has spent a lot of money on this project but has not taken responsibility for the betterment of the people....Help keep it clean...

As families and children come to this place, improve the security forces.. Some people in this area spend their time in bad behavior...

Punish the people who litter...

Don't allow the college boys and girls to come in pairs.. They behave very badly....

The government should take...