Fast-Facts
Location: Kerala, India
Altitude: 1,600 meters
Tourist Attractions : Anaimudi Peak, Powerhouse Waterfalls, Observatory Hills, Echo Point, Rajmala
STD Code: 04865
If you are planning to hold misty morning in summer season, then Munnar in Kerala is the best alternative. The hill-station is blessed with bountiful attractions, which attracts tourist all the year round. The place has been designated as Munnar, after the mystique confluence of the 3 rivers viz, Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala.
Popular Places To Visit
Munnar, a summer resort for weary travelers offers incomparable nature's beauty at one go. Take a quick look at the tourist attractions, cited below-
Powerhouse Waterfalls: The cascading waterfall allures travelers on the way to Periyar Widlife Sanctuary in Thekkady. It is situated 18 kms from Munnar and is a wonderful hangout zone for nature lovers.
Besides, the ultimate beauty of Kuthumkal Waterfall is also worth watching.
Anaimudi Peak: Munnar boasts of to behold the highest of all peak in the Western Ghats- the Anamudi. It is located at an altitude of 2, 695 metres above the sea-level. Adventure lovers visit the place for the purpose of camping and trekking.
Echo Point: Its just 13 km from the main town of Munnar. The magic of echoing sounds attracts tourist from far flung. Its panoromic view can be explored best on foot. The place is a paradise for trekkers.
Other attractive places of note are Raj Mala, Kundala, Top Station, Madupatti, Observatory Hill and Eravikulam National Park .
Reaching Munnar Hill-Station
By Air:
The nearest aerodrome is in Kochi, situated 130 kms away from the hill-station.
By Rail:
Kochi is the nearest train station. It is connected to all the major cities and towns in India.
By Road:
Munnar is located 248 km (6 hrs away) from Coimbatore and 165 km (5 hrs away) from Madurai in TamilNadu. Developed roadways connects it with prominent cities in and around Kerala.
