Vellore Cantt. railway station (VLR) is a major station in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, located on the Chennai-Bangalore railway line. It boasts three platforms and offers amenities like waiting rooms, restrooms, and refreshment stalls. The station is particularly popular with passengers travelling to and from nearby pilgrimage sites and educational institutions.
Tourism
Vellore Fort: A historic fort with a rich history and architectural significance.
Jalagandeeswarar Temple: A Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its intricate carvings.
St. John's Church: An Anglican church with a colonial past, featuring beautiful stained glass windows.
Golden Temple: A Sikh temple known for its peaceful atmosphere and community service.
Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple: A Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Narasimha, a popular pilgrimage site.
Food
Sangeetha: A popular vegetarian restaurant serving South Indian delicacies.
A2B: Known for its wide variety of vegetarian dishes and quick service.
Saravana Bhavan: A well-known chain serving South Indian vegetarian food.
Annapoorna: A budget-friendly restaurant offering simple vegetarian meals.
Krishna Sweets: Famous for its delicious sweets and snacks.
Number of Platforms: 3 Number of Halting Trains: 28 Number of Originating Trains: 2 Number of Terminating Trains: 2
Station Address
Infantry Road, Near Vellore Corporation Office, Vellore-632001 State: Tamil Nadu
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