Introduction to city Munnar -
In Kerala
Surrounded by lush green-carpeted
tea and coffee plantations, Munnar
is a picturesque hill station situated
in the eastern part of Kerala. The
town is located at the confluence
of three mountain streams—Mudrapuzha,
Nallathanni, and Kudala—and is known
for its clean, neat, and brightly
painted ambience. The beautiful
landscapes, cosy weather, and the
smell of tealeaves make Munnar one
of the most sought-after destinations
in South India. Precisely these
were the reason why the British
always retreated to Munnar when
the heat and humidity was on its
peak in other parts of Kerala. Munnar
is situated near the Anaimudi Peak,
the highest peak in the Western
Ghats. The hills here are covered
with a carpet of flowers in bloom.
Also found here is an exotic plant
called Neelakurunji that flowers
just once in a 12-year period. Its
next scheduled flowering is in 2006.
SightSeeing : Places to visit in
destination - Munnar
The places in and around Munnar
abound in beautiful landscapes and
cool pleasant atmosphere. Besides
tea and other plantations, the old-world
charm of Colonial establishments
attracts visitors to this place
all the year round. Pothamedu
is known for its plantation business
apart from trekking and hiking options
amidst sylvan surroundings. Devikulam
is an idyllic hill station near
Munnar. Pallivasal is home
to the first hydropower project
in Kerala. Attukal has several
panoramic waterfalls and offers
trekking options. Nyayamakad
is again a well-known picnic spot
around Munnar. Mettupetty
has an artificial lake built by
a small hydroelectric project. Rajamala
is known as the natural habitat
of endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Chitthirapuram
is a small hill station that was
once the favourite of the British
while Echo Point is known
for the natural echo effect it produces.
Excursions : Places nearby city -
Munnar
The Nilgiri region is known for
its breathtaking landscape and natural
splendour. Anayrnakal is
a well-known plantation site with
some excellent views. Top Station
offers panoramic views from an altitude
of 2,200 m. Marayoor Lake
is one of the most known picnic
spots in the state. Cheeyappara
is a famous waterfall near Munnar.
Meenuli is known for its
large rock extending over an area
of 500 acres. Nadukani is
an excellent view point.
Munnar City Travel Guide |
Sight Seeing of Munnar |
Excursion in Munnar
Munnar Travel Tours |
Munnar Hotels |
Picture Gallery of Munnar
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