Area: 557 sq.kms.
Elevation: 1,700 m
Location: Munnar is a tiny station, located in Idukki district.
Language: Malayalam ,Tamil and English
Best Time to Visit: October to November and January to May
Elevation: 1,700 m
Location: Munnar is a tiny station, located in Idukki district.
Language: Malayalam ,Tamil and English
Best Time to Visit: October to November and January to May
Enchanting hills of Munnar holds the
secret of producing India's best tea and spices. Perched at an elevation of
1600 m above the sea level, Munnar is a tiny hill station looks like a
picture-book town where there are multicoloured flowers, manicured gardens,
widening lanes, and snow-capped mountains. The unending expanse of tea
plantation on both the sides of the widening roads leading to the pristine hill
station, indeed make it an experience to cherish.
The name Munnar is believed to mean
"three rivers", referring to its location at the confluence of the
Mudhirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundaly rivers. Munnar was once the tiny retreat
of the English people who ruled in South India. Dating back to Raj Era, Munnar
is undoubtedly a Kerala's premier attraction. One of the best ways to explore
Munnar is by taking the cycle tour of the region. Hire a cycle and explore the
manicured tea plantation, enjoy gushing waterfalls, explore shimmering lakes
and spot an animal called the Nilgiri Tahr at Eravikulam national park of
Munnar.
Famous tea brand called The Kannan
Devan is responsible for bringing Munnar on the world map since 1877. Tea
plantation in Munnar was developed by a British resident, John Daniel Munro. It
didn't take long for the English people to figure out many of Kerala's hilly
regions were well suited for tea plantation. Once famous as the 'High Rang of
Travancore,' currently Munnar is the commercial center of one of the world's
highest tea growing estates. There are 30 odd tea estates in Munnar which produces
high-quality tea. Against the backdrop of majestic hills and mountain peaks,
Munnar tea state is great for walking trails and some of the world's very best
tea. A Major portion of tea plantation in Munnar belongs to TATA-tea, which
oversees almost every public facility in the vicinity.
Up in Kerala's tippy top hills lie the
tea estates of Munnar. The hill station has a legacy of its own when it comes
to the origin of tea. Visitors can see genesis and growth of tea at the Tea
Museum. The museum houses photographs, machinery and various other things which
speak about the history and origin of tea plantation in Munnar.
For a gratifying stay in Munnar,
tourist should go for a pleasurable boat ride to Mattupetty dam. Mattupetty is
also famous for its dairy farm which is managed by Indo-Swiss Livestock
Project. Here one can see a variety of high-yielding cows as well. Munnar plays
a key role in India's spice plantation industry. Spices like cardamom,
cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and turmeric are produced in abundance here.
Perched in the middle of manicured tea
gardens, chattering water streams and exotic wildlife, Munnar is a delight for
adventure seekers. Unspoilt and gentle hills of Munnar offer an excellent scope
for adventure enthusiasts to indulge in action-packed adventure activities.
Sailing over the hills via Paragliding and enjoy the mesmerizing view of
Munnar's scenic beauty certainly should not be missed.
Waterfalls in Kerala are some of the
most spectacular in India. Spend a day in leisure at the Kerala's most amazing
waterfalls- Attukal, Cheeyappara and Valara. The bigger they are, the harder
they fall –feel the power of the Kerala's mightiest and most beautiful
waterfalls. A splendid trip to the gushing waterfalls and reservoirs is an
unforgettable experience. Munnar's greenery and cool air draw streams of
honeymooners and weekenders from many metropolitan cities of South India.
A paradise for bird watchers and
wildlife aficionados, the Eravikulam National Park has been just an hour drive
from Munnar. In the national park, one can get an opportunity to spot Nilgiri
Tahr. These mountain goats are believed to be on the verge of extinction.
Plenty of flora and fauna options keep one busy throughout the jeep safari
journey. Other places worth a watch on a short trip to Munnar are Kannan Devan
Tea Museum, Kundala Lake, Marayoor Sandalwood Forests, Blossom Hydel Park, echo
point, Rose Garden, Mattupetty, Rajamalai National Park, and Elephant Lake.
Munnar is an idyllic escape into the
natural wonders of God's own country, Kerala. As soon as the dusk stretches
into the silence of the night, one can feel the presence of serenity and peace
in the middle of nowhere, an experience that can't be explained in few words.
Munnar is a lowland hill station whose scenery is magnificent. With its drowsy
little bungalows, Munnar is one of the unique hill stations in India, which
holds the old world colonial charm.
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