Munnar

Description

Munnar is a town and hill station which is located in the Idukki district of the southwestern Indian state of Kerala. Munnar is situated at an approx. the height of 1,600 meters (5,200 ft) above mean sea level in the Western Ghats mountain range. Munnar is popularly called as the "Kashmir of South India" and is a favorite destination for honeymoon.

History

It was the summer resort of the Britishers. This place has held its true nature way back from a long time. Apart from this, it had never disappointed any tourist in giving its best. So it’s a must visit place for the tourists out there.

Full Address

Munnar, Kerala, India

Type of Place

Romantic
Historical
Temple
Park
Picnic Spot

Prefered For

Couples
Family
Friends
Kids
Senior Citizen

Transportation

Cochin International Airport
Ernakulam Junction Railway Station

Important Information

Best month to visit – October to February Approx cost – Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 30,000

Attraction

There are a ton of things that attract a huge amount of tourists every year. They are as follows: Eravikulam National Park Mattupetty Dam Pothamedu View Point – Gives a scenic view of the Picturesque hills. Kolukkumalai Tea point CSI Christ church and many more.

Things to Buy

Coir products, Coconut shell handicrafts, Nettipattom, Nilavilakku (traditional lamp), Kerala sari, Aranulakannadiand many things can be bought here.

Things to Eat

South India is famous for the cuisine that it offers. There are many cuisines that you must try which are – Puttu and Kadala curry, Appa with stew, Idiyappam, Nadankozhivarithathu (spice chicken fry), Kerala prawn curry, Naadan beef fry, Malabar parotta, Kerala style fish Molee, Banana fritters, Paladapayasam, Ada Pradhaman and many more.

Things to enjoy

There are many adventure parks out there which facilitates the need of tourists. Some are as follows: Fun forest adventure park Dreamland fun and adventure Wonder valley adventure and amusement park Cowboy park Lockhart tea museum