Munnar
Munnar is Kerala’s premium
hill station. A hill station transcending excellence – Munnar is
surrounded by gently undulating hills swathed in the soothing green of
vast tea estates makes it perfect tourist destination in south India.
Situated at an altitude of 1600 m above sea level, its bracing climate
with the laidback atmosphere and its delightfully refreshing colonial air
makes it the most sought-after destinations.
Kerala itself is called God’s own country, with National Geographic
Traveler selecting it as ‘One of 50 must see destinations of a lifetime’
and ‘One of the 10 paradises of the World’. And Munnar is the most popular
spot in Kerala. The holiday facilities, peaceful environment and the
tranquility that it provides make it the perfect serenity spot to
rejuvenate and revive the most jaded of travelers.
Munnar lies in Idukki district, at the confluence of three mountain
rivers. It is pronounced “Moon-aar”, meaning ‘three rivers’ in Malayalam.
The rivers; Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala meet in the center of the
town. The place is encircled by wooded hills of the Annamalai Ranges, with
the towering bulk of Anamudi, which is peninsular India’s highest peak, at
2695 m.
Munnar was once a sleepy little hamlet, until Scottish planters discovered
it. Later the British who ruled India, developed it more into one of
southern India’s most important centers for the cultivation of tea, coffee
and spices. They made it their summer hideout because of the cooler
climate and the mesmerizing mountain scenery. Munnar is sometimes called
the ‘Switzerland of India’.
The mountain streams, valleys, tea plants and plenty to discover in the
surrounding region, this hill station offers a great variety of choices
for tourists. It is an excellent base for trekking through the surrounding
hills, which are covered by lush green rainforests; for going picnicking
beside a crystal-clear mountain stream; for wildlife watching; or for
simply getting the kinks out of a tired system!
Latest Munnar News
Breeding season of Nilgiri Tahr at Eravikulam
National Park in Munnar
After the Kurinji season, which comes once in 12 years, it is calving
season of Nilgiri Tahr at the Eravikulam National Park, which has made
headlines in Munnar...
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