Munnar
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Munnar with its impeccable beauty is the most famous holiday destination in South India. In the green and serene Kamman Devan Hills lies the quiet and restful resort of Munnar. Munnar is located in the Idukki district in Kerala. Munnar, the queen of hill stations is located at the confluence of three mountain streams namely, Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and
Kundala. Munnar is located about 6,500 feet above the sea level along the western ghats on the eastern border of Kerala. Sprawling tea plantations, picture-book towns, winding lanes and holiday facilities make this a popular resort town.
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There are various tropical plantations of tea, coffee, cardamom and other spices, dense forests and wildlife sanctuaries full with various types of flora and fauna. The major wildlife animals which are found in Munnar are the Nilgiri Tahrs (Mountain Goats), Langurs and Elephants. Among the exotic flora found in the forests and grasslands here, is the
Neelakurinji. This flower which bathes the hills in blue every twelve years, will bloom next in 2006 AD. |
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Places
of Interest in Munnar
There are various places of interest in Munnar which are located at a very short distance like the Anaimudi peak, the South India's highest peak,
Rajmalai, Eravikulam National Park, Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary and
Thekkady. The Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is the home to some of the rare species of flora and fauna.
Half of the entire population of Nilgiri Tahr is found in
Rajamalai. The places like Pothamedu, Lokheart Gap and Devikulam offer
various adventure, trekking, trout fishing and picnic opportunities. In Attukal, Nayamakkad and Chithrapuram you
will enjoy the cascading waterfall and the alluring charm of plantations. Mattupetty
Lake is a calm spot for picnics
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Things to do in
Munnar:
The tourists can do various things in Munnar like Forest trekking, Camping, Angling, Plantation tours, Visit to a Tea Factory, Golf, Cycling and Boating. |
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How to reach Munnar
By Air:
The nearest airports are located at Madurai and Cochin which are about 140 kms and 190 kms respectively.
By Rail:
The nearest railway station is located at Madurai which is about 136 kms and at Kottayam which is about 114 kms.
By Road:
Munnar is connected to various cities like Madurai, Cochin, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Trivandrum, Chennai and various other cities of South India and
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Munnar Attraction
