Tourist attractions in Munnar

MUNNAR - SOUTH INDIA HILL STATION

Munnar is one of the most beautiful hill stations of the southern Indian state of Kerala. Located in the hill ranges of Kerala 1600 m above the sea, where three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala - come together, Munnar is a vision in green. Some of the highest tea estates in Kerala can be seen in Munnar, as the hills surrounding this scenic town are carpeted with tea bushes, spice plantations and greenery. There are also opportunities for nature walks, trekking and bird watching tours in Munnar.

This is a perfect place for trekking. Tea and coffee plantation further add to the beauty of the hill station.

Tourist attractions in Munnar

There are wide range of tourist attractions including Mattupetty, Devikulam, Attukal, etc.

We recommend following Popular Sightseeing spots in Munnar:

Mattupetty : Located at a hight of 1700 m above sea level, the lake and dam of Mattupetty is a beautiful picnic spot. It is also famous for its highly specialized diary farm - a joint venture of India and Switzerland. There are around 100 varieties of high yielding cattle are reared here.

Devikulam : At a distance of 7 km from Munnar, Devikulam is an idyllic hill station with its velvet lawns, exotic flora and fauna and the cool mountain air is a rare experience you can feel here. The Sita Devi Lake with its mineral waters and picturesque surroundings is a good picnic spot.

Pallivasal : Pallivasal is the venue of the first Hydro Electric Project in Kerala and a place of immense scenic beauty, situated at a distance of 8 km from Munnar.

Eravikulam National Park : Eravikulam National Park is located at a distance of 15 km from Munnar in the state of Kerala. The 97 sq. km. park is situated in the Devikulam Taluk and is home to the Nilgiri Tahr. Originally established to protect the Nilgiri tahr (Nilgiri Ibex), the Eravikulam National Park is situated in the Devikulam Taluk of the Idukki District.

Malankara Reservoir : Located about 6 kms from Thodupuzha on the Thodupuzha - Moolavattom road, this artificial lake is accessible by road. The reservoir is ideal haunt for the tourists looking for boating and fishing

Lock Heart Gap : This is an ideal place for adventure tourism and trekking, located about 13 kms from Munnar. The fresh mountain air, the mist-clad hills and panoramic view make it worthy of a visit.

Attukal : Attukal is about 9 km from Munnar. A panorama of waterfalls and rolling hills, Attukal, located between Munnar and Pallivasal, is a feast for the eyes. The place is also ideal for long treks.

Nyayamakad : Located between Munnar and Rajamala, at a distance of 10 kms form Munnar, Nyayamakad is a land of breathtaking waterfalls. The waters cascade down a hill from a height of about 1600 m. The enticing surroundings makes an excellent picnic spot and trekking point.