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 Attuakal
Attukal just 9 Kms away from Munnar, is located between Munnar and
Pallivasal. The place along with its panoramic waterfalls and rolling
hills, is ideal for long trekking.
Nyayamakad
Located at a distance of 10 Kms from Munnar, Nyayamakad is famous for
its breathtaking waterfalls. From a 1600 metres high hill, the waters
cascade down. Nyayamakad is an ideal place for picnic and trekking.
Chithirapuram
The small station located 10 Kms from Munnar, is famous for its
sleepy little cottages, bungalows, old playgrounds and courts.
Chithirapuram is home to the Pallyvasal Hydel Power Project. This hill
town is also popular for its tea plantations.
Mattupetty
Mattupetty is located 13 Kms from Munnar, at a height of 1700 metre.
The town is renowned for its highly specialized dairy farm, the Indo-
Swiss Livestock Project. More than 100 varieties of high yielding
cattle are reared here. At a short distance, the Mattupetty Lake and
Dam is a picturesque picnic spot. Another attractions are Kundala tea
plantations and the Kundala lake. One can also enjoy boating on the
Mattupetty Dam, provided by DTPC Idukki.
Eravikulam National Park
The park located at a distance of 15 Kms from Munnar, is home to the
endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Situated in the Devikulam Taluk, the park
spreads over an area of 97 Sq Kms. The park was established to protect
the Nilgiri Tahr (Nilgiri Ibex) and declared a sanctuary in 1975 and a
National Park in 1978. The park has the ecological, fauna, floral,
geo-morphological and zoological importance.
Echo Point
The point located around 15 Kms from Munnar has a natural echo
phenomenon.
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Situated at a distance of 52 Kms from Munnar, the Wildlife Sanctuary
provides shelter to elephants, leopards,bears and several other
animals.
Reaching Munnar
By Air : Nearest airports are Kochi (130 Kms) and
Madurai (142 Kms). The Airlines operate flights for domestic as well
as International destinations.
By Rail : The nearest railway stations from Munnar
are Kochi (130 kms), Kottayam (147 kms) and Madurai (142 Kms).
By Road : Good roads connect Munnar to major cities
of Kerala and South India. The distance of some famous destinations
are Idukki (60 Kms), Kochi (130 kms), Kottayam (147 kms), Madurai (142
Kms), Kundala (28 Kms), Thekkady (110 Kms), Vaiga Dam (105 Kms),
Devikulam (7 Kms) and Mattupetty 13 (Kms).
Accommodation at Munnar
Situated amidst the soothing climate the hotels at Munnar are the
best option to spend your holidays. The hotels at Munnar offer enough
accommodation options along with the modern facilities. The
accommodation ranges from luxury to budget hotels provide pleasant
stay and best services to tourists.
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Munnar
is a small town located in Idukki district of Kerala. The name is commonly
used to refer to the whole tourist area, of which Munnar only forms a
part. Munnar is sometimes referred to as the 'Switzerland of India' for
its natural surroudings and Old World architecture. The picturesque hill
station is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams namely
Nallathanni, Mudrapuzha and Kundala. The 1600 metres high hill resort is
surrounded by wild forests and remains wet and cold for almost all seasons
in the year. Munnar also has the highest peak in South India, Anamudi,
with a height of 2695 metre. Munnar is the most ideal tourist destination
for the people looking for trekking, boating, riding, angling and much
more. The sprawling tea plantations, picturesque towns, curved lanes and
enough holiday facilities make Munnar a popular resort town.
Hear
the soothing sound of water rippling alongside your houseboat, as
you drift on a Kerala backwater.
Ayurveda
means "the Science of Life" and is practiced widely in
Kerala.
Come
and explore the beautiful carved temples in the traditional style in
South India.
Architecture
found in Ancient Indian Temples showcases the country's old, rich
and splendid culture.
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