Munnar Travel Guide
Munnar is an amazing hill station, famous for its incredibly attractive natural beauty. The main highlights are the awe inspiring environment, lush green tea gardens, beautiful lakes, thick forests and the friendly people. It is located in the eastern part of Kerala at the influence of three mountain streams, Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. It is surrounded by about 30 ravishing tea gardens. Munnar is situated at 1600 mts. above sea level, near Anaimudi, the highest peak of the Kerala Western Ghats. Situated at the influence of three mountain streams, Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. This hill station was once the summer resort of the colonial British government in South India. Expansive tea plantations, meandering lanes, trekking, paragliding, rope climbing and recreational facilities available here makes Munnar a perfect holiday destination.

Munnar is the nature-lover’s paradise. Snuggling in the green and serene Kannan Devan Hills, lies the quite and restful resort of Munnar, at an altitude of 1524 m and 136 km off Cochin. Panoramic views of low-flying clouds and mist filled valleys make it a pretty little heaven with a cool bracing climate. It was opened up out of virgin forests a century ago by pioneering planters.

Within its remote and elderly churches - gracious, stone-structures with ancient chandeliers and rosewood pews. A little beyond lies Anaimudi, South India's highest peak. In the vicinity is the Eravikulam National Park, the home of the endangered Nilgiri Tahr that roams on a stretch of grassland or is seen climbing the pinnacles of the undulating hills

Places To Stay in Munnar
Windermere Estate.
Mahindra Resorts.
Fort Munnar.
Periyar Mist Valley.
Bluemount, Chinnakal.
Royal Retreat. Elseem Garden.
Western Cottage.
Marthoma Rest House.
Misha Tourist Home.
Idukki Tower, Thodupuzha.
Gemini Tourist Home, Thodupuzha.

How to Reach
By Air - Kochi is just 130 kms from Munnar. It has an International airport, so it is well connect to the major cities of like chennai, delhi, mumbai, banglore, hyderabad.

By Rail - Nearest Railhead is Kochi i.e 130kms, it is well connected to other cities by regular and express trains.

By Road - Roads are in good condition and well connected to he other major cities of the state. You can take Kerala state Transport buses or private deluxe coaches.

When to go
Best time to travel Munnar is between September to may.

What to See
The tourist destinations of Munnar abound in beautiful landscapes and cool pleasant atmosphere in and around it. Besides tea and other plantations, the old-world charm of Colonial establishments attracts visitors to this place all the year round.

Pothamedu - Situated at a distance of around 6 km from the town, Pothamedu is one of the major plantation hubs of Munnar. Views of coffee, tee, and cardamom plantations are excellent from here. It is also an ideal place for trekking and hiking amidst lush mountains, rolling hills, and breathtaking scenery.

Pallivasal - A place of immense scenic beauty, Pallivasal is situated around 8 km from Munnar. It has the distinction of being home to the first hydropower project in Kerala.

Attukal - The place is highly rejuvenating with its panoramic waterfalls and rolling hills. An ideal place for long trekking, Attukal is situated between Munnar and Pallivasal.

Devikulam - An idyllic hill station, near Munnar, Devikulam is an out-of-the-world experience among exotic flora and fauna, cool mountain air, and velvet lawns. The Sita Devi Lake situated here is an ideal picnic spot with its picturesque surroundings, mineral water, and trout-fishing facilities.

Nyayamakad - An excellent picnic and trekking point, Nyayamakad is situated at a distance of 10 km from Munnar near Rajamala. Nyayamakad is a land of scintillating waterfalls with water cascading down from a height of around 1,600 metres.

Chithirapuram - Once the favorite of the British, this small hill station exudes an old-world charm with its old playgrounds and courts, bungalows, and sleepy little cottages. Situated at a distance of around 10 km from Munnar, Chithirapuram is home to Pallivasal hydel power project.

Echo Point - Here, you can come across natural echo phenomenon. It is situated at a distance of around 15 km from Munnar on the way to Top Station.

Where to Eat
Munnar has few good restaurants which serves regional and Indian delicacies. You can try out the special multi-cuisine restaurants at the luxury hotels.

Also try the early morning food stalls in the bazaar which serve excellent breakfast snacks. Hotel Hajrath, located in the produce bazaar, serves vegetarian food.

Aiswarya Restaurant has a wonderful picturesque view and a standard menu.