Located about 139 kilometers west of Chennai and 166 kilometers north of Pondicherry, Vellore is an ideal place to see the rich cultural heritage of Tamil Nadu through its attractions. The tranquility and beauty of this city's temples are hard to express in words. The Jalakandeswarar temple in the fort is a good example of Vijayanagar architecture. Visiting Ratnagiri Temple and the Roman Catholic Diocese can complete your spiritual pursuit. Vellore has several tourist attractions, including a fortress, an observatory, and a zoo. The beautiful cultural heritage of this city is to visit Fort Vellore, where the city is largely famous. Vellore is home to the Christian School of Medicine and Hospital and the Polytechnic Institute of Vellore. The Vellore region is the country's largest exporter of finished leather products, accounting for more than 37% of the country's leather and leather-related products exports. Vellore is a fusion of rich Dravidian culture and heritage.