Munnar Hill Station

» Location:	Idukki district, Kerala
» Altitude:	1600 to 1800 meters above sea level
» Temperature:	Minimum 0ºC/ Maximum 25ºC
» Clothing:	Woollen clothes and rain gear
» Best Season :	August to March

Information About Munnar Hill Station
Munnar, the breathtakingly beautiful hill station is situated in God's Own Country, Kerala. Set at an altitude of 1600 to 1800 m above sea level, Munnar is referred to as a heaven of peace and tranquility. Munnar is located at a distance of 129 kms from Cochin, at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathani and Kundala. The hill station was the favourite summer resort of the erstwhile British rulers during the colonial era. It still looks like a British tea plantation town, as the hill station is dotted with unending expanses of tea plantations. Apart from the tea plantations, pristine valleys and lush mountains - exotic species of flora and fauna add more to the beauty of Munnar. The beauty is further enhanced by picture book towns and black winding roads that thrust upwards suddenly amidst the thick forests.


Main Attractions
Mattupetty

Situated at an altitude of 1700 m above sea level, Mattupetty is a wonderful place with a lake and a dam. The sheet of water surrounded by high mountains make it a beautiful picnic spot with the breathtaking views of the tea gardens and the lake. DTPC Idukki offers the boating facilities in the reservior. Mattupetty is also famous for its highly specialized dairy farm- the Indo-Swiss Live Project.

Rajamalai
Rajamalai is known as the natural habitat of Nilgiri Tahr, whose population is dwindling. Half the world's population of Nilgiri Tahr is found here, which is estimated around 1317.

Pothanmedu
Just 6 kms away from Munnar, Pothanmedu possesses huge plantations of tea, coffee and the spice cardamon. Set amidst the picturesque hills and verdant mountains, this place attracts a number of trekkers.

Devikulam
About 7 kms away from Munnar, this place is situated at a height of 1800 metres. Devikulam has a beautiful natural water lake, which is known as the 'Sita Devi Lake'. Valvet lawn, exotic fauna and flora and the soothing mountain air make Devikulam a nature lover's retreat.

Pallivasal
Situated 8 km from Munnar, Pallivasal is the site of first hydro-electric project of Kerala. Pallivasal is an ideal place for picnic.

Echo Point
15 km away from Munnar, this is the place where the natural echo phenomenon takes place. Echo point offers panoramic views of the surrounding area.

Eravikulam National Park
The park is located in the Devikulam Taluk, about 15 km from Munnar. Sprawling over an area of 97 sq. km. the park is home to the Nilgiri Tahr (Hemitragus hylocrious), the endangered mountain goat of South India. Apart from the Nilgiri Tahr, the park also houses a pedigree breed of cattle and other animal species.

Anamudi
Situated at a distance of 17 kms from Munnar, Anamudi is the highest peak (2,695 m) in South India. The Anamudi peak towers over the Eravikulam National Park in majestic pride. The slopes of this mighty hill abounds in all kinds of rare flora and fauna. The Anamudi peak is an ideal place for trekking, the facilities are provided here.

Marayoor
40 kms away from Munnar, Marayoor is the only place in Kerala where there is natural growth of sandalwood trees. The relics of 'New Stone age Civilization' have been unearthed from Marayoor. There are also wonderful caves whose walls are carved with sculpture and painting relating to the new stone age civilization. Other attractions are Children's Park and a huge Banyan tree.

Where to Stay
The hotels in Munnar welcome the travellers with warmth, hospitality and all the respect they deserve. Some of the popular hotels are Abad Copper Castle Resort, Mahindra Resorts, Cloud9 Resorts, Tea County (KTDC), Blackberry Hills, Highlands Cottages etc.


How to Reach
Air : Cochin (Kochi) Airport is the nearest airport, which is located at a distance of 129 kms from Munnar. The airport is connected to major cities of India with a number of domestic flights.

Rail : Nearest railhead is Cochin railway station. Trains are available from Cochin to important places of the country.

Road : A good network of roads connects Munnar with important places of Kerala and cities of Tamil Nadu like Madurai and Coimbatore.