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Breathtakingly beautiful - a haven of peace and tranquility – Munnar is the idyllic tourist destination in God's own country. Set at an altitude of 6000 ft in Idukki district, Munnar was the favored summer resort of the erstwhile British rulers in the colonial days. One of the most popular hill stations in India, Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala.

Munnar Unending expanse of tea plantations - pristine valleys and mountains- exotic species of flora and fauna in its wild sanctuaries and forests - aroma of spice scented cool air - yes! Munnar has all these and more. It's the place you would love to visit - it's the place you would wish never to leave.

Located at 1600 Mts above sea level, this was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India. Sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes, trekking and holiday facilities make Munnar a unique experience. Munnar is essentially a tea town. The visitor is greeted with miles and miles of unending tea plantations on entry into Munnar. Among the exotic flora found in the forests and grasslands here is the Neelakurinji a flower which bathes the hills in blue colour once in twelve years. Munnar also has the highest peak in South India - Anamudi - which towers over 2695 Mts and is an ideal spot for campers who like to do some trekking.


Tourism

MattupettyMattupetty, which is situated at a height of 1700 m above sea level. Mattupetty Lake and Dam is a beautiful picnic spot with the panoramic view of the tea plantations and the lake.

How To Reach Munnar

By Air: Nearest Airports Kochi: 130 km, Madurai: 142 km Coimbatore: 167 km Kozhikode: 287 km Thiruvananthapuram: 302 km.

By Rail: Nearest Railway Stations Kochi: 130 km Kottayam: 147 km Madurai: 162 km Thiruvananthapuram: 302 km

Echo Point

• Echo Point: Located 13 km from Munnar, Echo Point is a popular adventure tourism destination. Trekking and nature walks are popular activities in this scenic destination with beautiful views of the green hills. This is an ideal place for adventure tourism and trekking. The fresh mountain air, the mist-clad hills and panoramic view make it worthy of a visit.This scenic place gets its name from the natural echo phenomenon here. Echo Point is on the way to Top Station from Munnar.



How To Reach Echo Point

By Air: Nearest airport Madurai in Tamil Nadu, about 140 kms Cochin International Airport, Nedumbassery, about 190 kms.

By Rail: Nearest railway station: Theni in Tamil Nadu, about 60 kms Changanacherry, about 93 kms.

Rajamala

• Rajamala - The natural habitat of Nilgiri Tahr. Half the world population of this rare mountain goat is found here, which is fast becoming extinct. • Anamudi - The highest peak of the south of the Himalayas. The slopes of the hills abound in all kinds of rare flora and fauna







Anamudi • Anamudi - Anamudi, is the highest peak in the Western Ghats in India. It is located in the southern region of Eravikulam National Park at the junction of the Cardamom Hills, the Anaimalai Hills and the Palni Hills. At a height of 2,695 metres (8,842 ft), it is the highest elevation in South India.
 
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