Munnar – Kerala

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Sep 9, 2017 1511 0 0

Munnar which means “three rivers” in Malayalam is a beautiful hill station located in the Idukki district in the state of Kerala i.e. Gods own land. This hill station is located at an altitude of around 1,600 meters above sea level. This scenic hill station is famous for vast stretches of tea plantations, mountains, valleys, stream lanes, trekking spots, exotic flowers etc. Munnar is also famous for its spices and is known to be “Home to many spices”. So if you are a nature lover, a newly married couple, or an adventure fanatic then “Munnar” is certainly a destination that you need to visit.

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How to reach Munnar ?

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Munnar Map

By train:

The nearest railway station to Munnar is either Kochi or Ernakulum. Both these railway stations are well connected to major cities like Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai, Bangalore etc.

By road:

There are many bus and taxi services from cities such as Kochi, Kozhikode, Coimbatore, Wayanadetc that travel to Munnar. Kochi and Coimbatore are starting points that are located in close proximity to Munnar.

a. How to reach Munnar from Kochi : The shortest route to reach Munnar from Kochi is via NH8 as depicted in the map above. Alternatively, click on the Google Maps link here to view on Google Maps.

b. How to reach Munnar from Coimbatore : There fastest route from Coimbatore to Munnar via Munnar – Udumalpet Rd and the route map is depicted above. Alternatively, click on the Google Maps link here to view on Google Maps.

By flight:

The nearest airport to Munnar is in Kochi located at a distance of just 125 kilometer. Taxi service is available from Kochi airport and cost around Rs. 3000. This airport is well connected to major cities in the country.

Climate and the best time to visit Munnar

The climate of Munnar is usually pleasant right throughout the year. During summers (March to May) the temperature ranges from 19 degrees to 35 degrees. The winter(December to February) is cold with the minimum temperature dropping to as low as 10 degrees. The monsoon from June to September is heavy and usually is not an ideal time to visit. The ideal time to visit is from March to May and October to November.

Places To Visit Around Munnar

Atukkad Waterfalls:

Atukkad waterfalls is an extremely beautiful tourist spot. It is located amidst the huge rolling hills and dense green forests, making the location a picturesque spot and visual treat.

Mattupettylake and dam:

Mattupetty, a small scenic village, located 13 kilometers away from Munnar is famous for its dairy farm. The lake and dam make for a beautiful picnic spot. Apart from boating, horse riding is also a thrilling activity you can try.

Chithirapuram:

As indicated by its name, which means a place inspired by pictures, Chithirapuram is all about exploring the ancient charm and beauty. The tiny cottages, colonial churches, playgrounds, huge ancient style bungalows, etc will remind you of an old world charm.

Eravikulam national park:

The most popular, most sought after and a must to see place in Munnar is the Eravikulam National Park. This wildlife park, located in Rajamala Hills is the home to the rare species, Nilgiri Thar. The national park houses a variety of common, rare to exotic species of animals, flora and fauna, grasslands, etc. It is also famous for the unique Kurinji flower which blossoms every 12 years. The pathway of this park is scenic and the atmosphere is quite romantic.

Anaimudi Peak:

The highest peak is located in the southern end of the Eravikulam national park. Anaimudi peak houses the world’s largest moth, Atlas Moth, with a few exotic flowers. Visitors are not allowed to trek to reach the peak. However, there are few exceptions where special written consent from the forest department could help you climb the peak.