MUNNAR- THE KASHMIR OF SOUTH INDIA
Munnar is one of the most amazing and beautiful hill station in Kerala. This place is paradise for the honeymoon couples. When we think about the Munnar, first thing comes to our mind is hill station covered by the green blankets of tea plantations but it is not only the tea plantation that makes Munnar beautiful but it also includes other destinations like Eravikulam national park, it is home to Neelgiri Thars which is one of the most endangered wildlife species. Morning is the best time to visit Eravikulam National Park to see the goats. The park is closed from Feb to April due to the breeding time of goats. Kundala lake, is one of another sightseeing places in Munnar, this lake and its arched dam are famous for picnics and photography, as well as special Kashmiri-Shikara-style boat rides. One of the other specialities of this place is cherry blossom trees that bloom twice a year. Mattupetty Dam, is not just the dam that attracts tourists, but also the serene lake where one can enjoy boating and the surrounding hills that are perfect for trekking. You can also do horse riding here. Tea museum, The Tata tea museum is the first tea museum of India. It is also known as the Kanan Devan Hills Plantation Tea Museum. Some of the viewpoints you can visit in munnar, they are Pothamedu view point, Echo Point and Top Station.
Apart from these destinations, Munnar offer different adventurous activities like hiking, rock climbing, elephant safari, paragliding, boating, mountain biking camping and trekking which make Munnar more precious to the travellers.
Munnar is also known for Neelakurinji, a rare plant which flowers only once in twelve years. The ‘kurinji season’ in Munnar is a magnificent sight when the hills and valleys get bathed in the blue of the Neelakurinji blooms
Munnar is famous for tea and spices. You can collect various spices from here like ginger, cardamom, pepper, cinnamon, coffee, clove, nutmeg etc. Also, you can buy various types of homemade chocolates such as white, dark, liqueur filled and chocolates with nuts.
Munnar provide wide range of hotels and resorts for the travellers and they can select them as per their interest.
This marvelous hill station experiences a cool and pleasant climate throughout the year. The season between October and March is considered the best time to visit Munnar.
The nearest city to reach Munnar is cochin. Cochin International Airport is the nearest airport, The nearest railway station is at Aluva.
When you plan three days trip to Kerala, Munnar is the perfect choice for the travellers. If you are planning to travel from Kochi to Munnar, you can visit Cheeyappara and Valara Waterfalls, Tea Plantations, and Spice Garden on the way to Munnar.
Munnar is the best honeymoon and family vacation spot India. It is known for its magical beauty which can’t be portrayed in single canvas. Munnar is surrounded by the hills, the mist, the valleys, the streams, the waterfalls, tea plantations, rare flora and fauna. Its captivating beauty makes your holiday more fun-frolic and memorable.