Munnar – Feel the Heaven

 The word “Heaven” is not enough to say about Munnar. Munnar is one of the most popular and beautiful hill stations in South India. It is nestled in Western Ghats at an altitude of 6000 ft and is located in Idukki district of Kerala. Munnar is acquires its name because it is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams – Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. It’s about 1,600 m above sea level. The highest peak of Anamudi is quite close to the hill resort. Sprawling tea plantations, picture-book towns, winding lanes and holiday facilities make this place as a popular resort town. Munnar will burst into a riot of colors when the Neelakurunji plant that grows on the hills blooms to cover the entire mountain range once in every twelve years. The vibrant green hues of the tea gardens and punctuated with the silvery streaks of the cascading waterfalls give Munnar charm that would rejuvenate all the senses. There are just so many Munnar attractions that will lure you towards themselves and make your stay a memorable one. Munnar offers something special for everyone.

Munnar Hill – Kerala, India

1.    Mattupetty Dam and Dairy Farm

Mattupetty dam and lake lies 13 km away from Munnar, is a popular picnic spot in Idukki District. It offers a panoramic view of wooden hills and tea plantations. The concrete reservoir is a treat to the eyes for its serene nature and offers many fascinating sights to relish. The place is ideal for trekking and is habitat for a variety of birds. Boating facilities are allowed in the lake, which allows tourists to view the pretty natural surroundings closer. Speed launch, slow speedboat and motorboats are available here. Of all the main attractions at Mattupetty is the dairy farm, run by the Indo-Swiss Livestock Project. The dairy farm is a unique one of its kind with 100 varieties of high-yielding cattle. The beautiful grass mounts near the farm offers eye catching sights of great varieties of trees and plants. September-May is the best time to enjoy the Mattupetty Dam and its surroundings.

Mattupetty Dam Reservoir

2.     Kundala Lake

Kundala is a picturesque town on the way to Top Station in Munnar. It is about 20 km from Munnar. Kundala Dam is considered as Asia’s first Arch Dam. The sprawling Kundala Tea Plantations and the Kundala Lake are the main attractions here. The Golf Course which belongs to Tata Tea Ltd. is located here. Tourists can also take a ride in Kashmiri-styled Shikara boats at Kundala. Pedal boats are available for visitors on rent. The Shikara ride is unbelievably romantic and those who visiting Munnar for their honeymoon trip should definitely go for this.

Shikara Boating in Kundala Lake, Munnar – Photo by arunar on Flickr.

3.    Top Station

Top Station is situated about 1700 m above sea level at about 41 km from Munnar town. Top Station offers a panoramic view of the majestic Western Ghats and the valley of Theni district. Top Station is the highest point in Munnar which is easily accessible to tourists. The Shola forests, rolling grasslands, valleys, water bodies, tea, coffee and spice plantations when viewed from this location gives us a breath-taking experience. It appears mostly as a green carpet from Top Station. It is also the natural habitat of the rare Neelakurinji plants and is mostly shrouded with mist.

Top Station – Munnar, Kerala

4.    Echo Point

Echo Point is located about 13 km from Munnar. The moist acres of mountain spread out here are very beautiful and the ideal place for nature walks and trekking. It is a heavenly place for the adventure lovers. The surroundings are filled with clean air, mist covered hill, waterfalls, and gardens which are eye worthy scene to view, and it is very cool and calm place which gives peace to mind. Echo Point as its name resembles gives you the pleasure of hearing your voice returning to you again and again. It is the best tourist destination for most of the natural lovers.

Echo Point – Munnar

5.    Rajamalai (Part of Eravikulam National Park)

Rajamala is in Idukki district, about 13 kms away from Munnar town, it is a part of Anamudi and Kerala’s biggest hill. Nilgiri Tahr is the main significant factor in this place. A large number of rare varieties of Nilgiri Tahrs are found in Rajamalai. There are about 1317 Nilgiri Tahr in this place. Apart from that the other attraction of this place is Kurinji flower, Eravikulam forest, Eravikulamwildlife sanctuary, Kuthumkal Waterfalls and Nyayamakad Waterfalls. You can also enjoy in this place by doing trekking, mountaineering, climbing etc. October to March is the best time to visit Rajamalai.

Nilgiri Tahr

6.    Tata Tea Museum

Tata Tea Museum is a popular tourist spot situated in Munnar of Kerala State. It is situated at a distance of about 12 km from Munnar town at the Nallathanni Estate of Tata Tea. The history of Munnar is connected to Tea plantations for over a century.

Tata Tea Plantations & Tea Museum – Munnar

Most of the people in Munnar are employed at tea plantations. Adjacent to the museum is the tea processing unit. With permission, you can visit the Tata Tea factory as well. You can see the tea pickers busy with their job of picking up the tea leaves and can meet a few of them on your way. In order to familiarize the visitors of the local customs and history, the museum has also arrangements for mesmerizing video screenings.

7.    Marayoor Sandalwood Forests

Marayoor Sandalwood Forest is located at approximately 40 kilometers from Munnar. It is a small village which is situated in eastern side of the Western Ghats. It is the only ideal place in Kerala, which is favorable for the natural growth of sandalwood trees and apart from this it is a great place for relaxing and trekking. Many tourists visit this excellent place. On the way to Marayoor, you can see many natural features which include flowers, scenic beauty and a lot more. As you get closer, the trees appear one by one and then it turns into large groups of sandal wood trees. The atmosphere in this area is very cool, thus all visitors love this place a lot.

Marayoor Sandalwood Forests, Munnar

8.    Attukad Waterfalls

A panoramic view of waterfalls and rolling hills, Attukkad, located between 9 km from Munnar and Pallivasal, is a feast for the eyes. The place is also ideal for long treks. Mist lush green forest and hills, this waterfall is a worth visiting spot in Munnar. The sight of water falling down steeply creating milk foam is quite spectacular during the peak summer. It is an ideal place to visit.

Atukkad Waterfalls, Munnar

9.    Blossom International Park

Blossom International Park is located at 3 km away from Munnar on the way to Cochin. The park is on the banks of river Muthirapuzha and the misty hill tea station. It is a place that attracts tourists a lot. The garden is covered with lots of flowers and shady trees. A lake is located in the park with boating, facilities for cycling, rollers skating etc are amusing. The park is situated near the Pallivasal hydro-electric project. Anybody who wants to spend some leisure time at the lap of serene natural beauty will find this park, the right place.

Flowers at Blossom International Park Munnar

10.    Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary

Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is an area that extends to more than 90 sq km. It is in the rain shadow region of Western Ghats. The giant grizzled squirrel, tigers, gaur, spotted deer, kraits, turtles, vipers and many more species observe this sanctuary as their home. Chinnar receives only 48 days rain in a year during the months of October and November. This sanctuary is also an ideal for boating as well as trekking. Private vehicles and buses are available from Munnar to Chinnar at regular intervals.

Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary – Munnar, Kerala

11.     Tea Plantations

Tea Plantations in Munnar is at the altitudes of 2200 meters above the sea level. The tea plantations are found growing in very favorable areas. To know more about the tea growing area and farm in Munnar, it would be best for one to tour the area and visit this beautiful place and get to learn about how the tea is plucked, the process involved in preparing it and how it is sold. This would be a fascinating place to go as a tourist. There is quite a favorable community of tea lovers here and they make no stone unturned to make this is as one of the top Munnar attractions. There are numerous Munnar attractions that will hold you spellbound and tea plantations are just one of them.

Tea Plantation in Munnar

12.    Lakkom Water Falls

Lakkom Water Falls is located on the way from Munnar to Udumalapettai. Lakkom is roaring cascade, not a really high waterfall, and if you are adventurous you can wade through the shallow pool at the bottom. This waterfall is part of Eravikulam stream, which is a part of Eravikulam National Park, wildlife division of Munnar. It is a good place to visit.

Lakkom Waterfalls Munnar

These are the most amazing places in Munnar, which are worth experiencing. These places will tickle your mind and body with its spectacular view and climate. Just enjoy and vanish into the world of greenery of Munnar.

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