Thread: Munnar, the Hill Station in Kerala

Kerala is famous for its abundant tourist places that are one better than the other. Each place has its own specialty, culture, attraction and originality.

One among the famous destinations in Kerala holiday tours is Munnar. Set among the Kannan Devan hills, Munnar is a famous hill station. It is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. It is famous for its lush green surroundings, lakes, reservoirs, forests and sprawling tea estates. Some of the highest tea estates in the world are situated in Munnar. Munnar beacons the adventurous travelers who are interested in paragliding. It is surrounded by about 30 tea gardens which makes it one of the major centers for tea trade in Kerala. Anaimudi, the highest peak of the Kerala Western Ghats is situated near Munnar. It has a picturesque view as the hills around Munnar are covered with the rare, Neelakurunji plant and lot of tea estates. The exotic Neelakurunji plant is known to flower only once in every 12 years.

Munnar is known for its beautiful landscapes and cool climatic conditions making it a wonderful place for travel. The old world charm of colonial establishments is another attraction for the visitors all round the year. There are a lot of undiscovered places in and around Munnar,that make it more interesting. It is one of the best places to take one’s time off from the hustle and bustle of the city life. There are various accommodation facilities for tourists who come to Munnar, ranging from luxury to budget hotels, all of which are situated near the tourist places.