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Coimbatore also known as Kovai is the second largest city in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Also located at the foothills of the Nilgiris and surrounded by mountains and forests on the western and northern sides. It is referred to as "the Manchester of South India" due to the presence of a flourishing textile industry. It is a heavily industrialized city with textile factories engineering firms automobile parts manufacturers health care facilities and technical educational institutions. The hill stations of Ooty Coonnor and Valparai are close to the city making it a good tourist attraction throughout the year. The city is situated on the banks of the Noyyal River and is close to the Siruvani Waterfalls.
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