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LOCKHART GAP MUNNAR
Around 13 km from Munnar, Lockhart Gap is one of Munnar's star attractions. It is located on the way to Munnar - Madurai National Highway in Idukki District of the southern state of Kerala.
MONSOON IN MUNNAR - BEST PLACES TO VISIT
The lush green valleys, magnificent waterfalls and, the beautiful lakes create the scenic picture of Munnar.Escape from the dreadful heat and indulge in the serene beauty of Munnar in monsoon and spend a relaxing vacation amidst nature while experiencing these 10 things in this picturesque town during the rainy season.
MUNNAR TEA PLANTATION - HISTORY
A standout amongst the most popular hill-resort towns in Kerala, Munnar is situated on the Western Ghats, in the Idukki region.It is said that Munnar has gotten its name from the convergence of three rivers streaming near the town- Mudra puzha, Nallathanni, and Kundala.
KOLUKKUMALAI TEA ESTATE - MUNNAR
The crisscross street along Kolukkumalai Hills prompting the tea garden in Munnar is genuinely stunning.
TOP TREKKING PLACES IN MUNNAR - MOUNTAIN TRAIL RESORT
Often covered with a veil of cold misty cloud, Munnar is one of the most beautiful and captivating destinations of South India. Situated in the enchanting state of Kerala, Munnar is a breathtaking hill station that is famous for its tea estates, trekking trails, beautiful flora, and fauna.Here are some of the top trekking places in Munnar for adventure junkies and nature lovers.
MUNNAR SHIVERS AT -3 DEGREE CELSIUS - FROST TURNS GRASSLANDS INTO WHITE CARPETS
The most popular hill station of Kerala - Munnar, experienced frost over the weekend with the temperature dipping to minus three degrees Celsius turning the grassland areas into white carpets.
MEESAPULIMALA TREK
Meesapulimala is one of the most visited places in Kerala welcoming honeymooners, bikers, mountaineers and adventurists alike. Read on to find more:
TOP STATION - MUNNAR
Hidden in the amazing green valleys of Munnar, Top Station is one of the well-frequented tourist hotspots in Kerala. Read on to find more:
NEELAKURINJI - BLOOMS AGAIN
After 12 Years, Neelakurinji Is Blooming, And It Is Time To Pack Your Bags And Head To Munnar
MOUNTAIN TRAIL RESORT
Mountain Trail Resort is built with a unique ethnic design that blends beautifully with the scenic surrounding of Munnar. Read more to know about Mountain Trail Resort:
BEST PLACES TO VISIT IN MUNNAR
When we hear about the best places to visit in Munnar, mountains covered with tea plantations, greenery, forests, wildlife, valleys, and trekking are the memories that come into our mind. Munnar has a lot of places that is a must visit when you go to Munnar. Munnar has beautiful views that inspires many painters and artists. Munnar in local language Malayalam translates into Three Rivers. The name would have originated from the fact that this hill station was located in the confluence of three rivers.
MAGIC OF NATURE - NEELAKURINJI.
As the Neelakurinji is all set to bloom in just a few weeks' time, visitors to the hills of Munnar in Kerala's Idukki district can feast their eyes on a spectacular carpet of purplish-blue. For nature lovers, this is a sight to behold as the Neelakurinji, breaks into a glorious bloom only once in 12 years, a shrub common in the Western Ghats.
TOP PLACES TO VISIT IN MUNNAR
Munnar is a famous hill station in Kerala, located at the Western Ghats with an average elevation of 1700 meters above sea level. Munnar is famous for its lush green hills and tea plantations. The hill station enjoys a favourable and pleasant climate all year round. Being located in the Western Ghats, Munnar is also home to several protected areas which house some of the rarest and endangered species of flora and fauna. The best attractions in Munnar are listed below.
MUNNAR ATTRACTIONS.
Munnar is heaven for adventure enthusiasts. From rock climbing to paragliding, from ballooning to rappelling, from cycling to trekking, Munnar has a lot to offer for their travellers! Mountaineers relish the challenge of climbing the Anamudi and Meesapulimala, the highest and second highest peaks respectively in Kerala. A lot of these activities are offered by the NAF (National Adventure Foundation) and TFA (Track Finder Adventures). About 9km from Munnar lies the magnificent Attukal Waterfalls amidst rolling hills and thick woods. It is an ideal place for long treks, tucked away in the lap of Nature.
BLOSSOM INTERNATIONAL PARK.
Munnar is one among the most loved hill stations situated 1600 m (5400 ft) above sea level in the Indian state of Kerala. Munnar is stretched along the Western Ghats, which was a summer resort of the British government in South India. Munnar has many breathtaking sights and landscape perfect for honeymoon and even for a family vacation. It is pronounced "Moon-aar" meaning "Three rivers" in the Malayalam Language. The three rivers are - Mudhirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundaly which flow through this town but join some distance away from Munnar. Mountains covered with mist and acres of tea plantations, refreshing breeze, beautiful valleys and mud roads between tea gardens and some adventurous ride through the hairpin curves would be enthralling to anyone. Munnar also has the highest peak in South India, Anamudi, at 2695 m. The cool climate, spice-scented air, scenic nature and exotic flora and fauna attract a lot of travellers from across the globe.
HISTORY OF MUNNAR
Modern day Munnar was carved out, after a sequence of historic events. The earliest residents of modern day Munnar are the Muthuvan tribal community. Until the latter part of the 19th century, the areas were left untouched and unexplored (when a flurry of plantations came up in the area). John Daniel Munro introduced the world to Munnar in the 1870s, who came across the place by accident. He was called in to solve a border dispute between Travancore and its neighbour Madras, as the British Resident of Travancore kingdom. He fell in love with this new found area immediately.
MEESAPULIMALA
The beauty of Meesapulimala has to be enjoyed only through trekking. 15 kilometres from Munnar town and 8 kilometre long trek from the Rhodovalley, offers breathtaking views of the grasslands, rainforests and wildlife at the high altitude. Rhodovalley is named thus due to the red rhododendron trees, which bloom here. Though the trek is long, it is average.
TOP 10 PLACES TO VISIT IN MUNNAR.
Munnar is a town and hill station located in the Idukki district of the southwestern Indian state of Kerala. It rises as three mountain streams merge - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala and its located 1,600 m above sea level.
HOW TO CHOOSE BEST RESORT FOR HONEYMOON.
Honeymoon brings special moment for couples, after all the tiring wedding preparations and wedding day struggles. Who wouldn't want a blissful and romantic start to their new journey in life together united in wedlock? But the hard part is deciding where and how. It has to be an ideal location to get refreshed as well a perfect place providing privacy. Munnar is without a doubt one the best honeymoon spots in India. There are a lot of things we need to consider when deciding on how to choose the best honeymoon resort. Likewise all other wedding day planning, honeymoon planning too requires some expert travel tips.
BEST TIME TO VISIT MUNNAR
An ultimate destination for travel enthusiasts, couples, adventure seekers and nature lovers is Munnar. This hill station is one of the best and most visited tourist destination in the entire country where tourists flock from all over world at all times of the year. We should be aware of the best time to visit Munnar to enjoy the destination in its full grandeur. Munnar has visitors throughout the year, but we could expect it to have more visitors during the peak seasons, with its pleasant climate. The hill station attracts tourists from all over the world during the entire year, as Munnar is located at a height of about 1600 meters above the sea-level.
PHOTO POINT
An ideal place to experience the charms of the indigenous vegetation of the region is Photo point. In the backdrop of the stretches of tea gardens typical to this region of the country, this point serves as an excellent photographic opportunity; as it is clear from the name itself. The lake nearby elevates the experience to another level and the turquoise sky against the emerald tea gardens is a breathtaking sight.
MARAYOOR SANDALWOOD FORESTS
The mystical forest of Marayoor is located just close to Chinnar, which is another popular tourist destination in Munnar. To immerse themselves in its exceptional sights people go here that cannot be found anywhere else in Kerala. It's a place that can truly hypnotize anyone. A number of enchanting waterfalls and sparkling streams can be seen. What makes Marayoor more exotic is its interesting treasure of Dolmens that date back to the ancient Stone Age i.e. the period between 3000 BC and 1400 BC. These huge and enigmatic stone structures represent the tombs and burial chambers of the pre-historic man. They vary in shapes and sizes. We would love taking a trip to these historical dolmens. A visit here would surely leave you in great awe of the artistic skills of the early man. More than 90 painted motifs depicting human and animal figures are there.
ENCHANTING CHINNAR!!
In the Idukki district of Kerala state in South India, Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary (CWS) is located. It is 18 km north of Marayoor in the Marayoor and Kanthalloor Panchayats of Devikulam Taluk. It is one of twelve Wildlife Sanctuaries among the protected areas of Kerala.For about 965 species of flowering plants are there in the sanctuary. Chinnar is a habitat for the endangered Giant Grizzled Squirrel of India. Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in the rain-shadow region in the eastern slope of the Western Ghats, adjoining the neighbouring State of Tamil Nadu.
ECHO POINT AND TOP STATION
Echo Point is Located at an altitude of 600 ft. and at a distance of about 15 kilometers from town. The scenic beauty of Echo Point is quite captivating which is very popular among youngsters. Some of the popular activities in this destination are trekking and nature walks. Echo point, Munnar lies on the banks of a beautiful river.
Trails for Trekking
A hill town known for its tea plantations is Chithirapuram. One of the most beautiful and most picturesque hill stations located in Kerala is Chithirapuram. With its sleepy little cottages, bungalows, old playgrounds and courts, Chithirapuram, located around 13 km from Munnar still exudes an old world charm.
MUNNAR-A HEAVENLY PLACE!!
Munnar, Kerala is one of the major tourist destinations, covered with aromatic spices and tea plantation. There is no dearth of places to see in Kerala and Munnar is one such place. Munnar is a beautiful hill station in the district of Idukki, Kerala located at about 5,200 ft above the sea level. Munnar is well known for its pleasant climate and pristine beauty. One of the popular destinations among the honeymooners is Munnar which is an ideal place for nature lovers, wildlife lovers and adventure enthusiasts. You can indulge in boating, trekking and paragliding in Munnar. Munnar got its name from the word Moonu Aaru, which means 'three rivers' in Malayalam. One of the places in India with rich biodiversity is Munnar. The Old Munnar and Munnar, are two parts of Munnar.