Munnar is one of the major centers for tea trade of Kerala, a state also called 'the Gods' own country'.
Situated at an altitude of 1520 meters, in the eastern part of the state, it's a well know hill station.
Surrounded by almost 30 tea gardens that give it a picturesque view, Munnar is near Anaimudi, the highest peak of the Kerala Western Ghats. The hills around Munnar are covered with the rare Neelakurunji plant giving it a wonderful look, especially when the flowers bloom to cover the entire mountain range. It is said that this exotic plant flowers every 12 years and the next scheduled flowering time is the year 2006.
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.
The Nilgiri region is known for its breathtaking landscape and natural splendour. Anayirankal is a well-known plantation site with some excellent views. Top Station offers panoramic views from an altitude of 2,200 metres. 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 viewpoint.
The Indian city of Munnar is easily accessible through air, road and rail from the other major Indian cities and states. 123indiatravel can arrange for you all types of transport for your comfortable journey to and in Munnar and throughout the Indian state of Kerala.
In order to make the travel tour to Munnar even more joyful you need to choose just the right kind of accommodation for you and your family or friends in Munnar. The various hotels packages in Munnar offer the best of facilities. You may take your pick from a range of luxury and budget hotels in Munnar besides the star categorized accommodation hotels around the landmarks of Munnar offer excellent view of the landmarks through their suites. Most of the places to stay in Munnar are strategically located in the tourist centers or near the railway station.
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