Munnar

Pocketed in between the three mountain rivulets of Kundala, Mudrapuzha and Nallathanni, is the charming little town atop a hill that is Munnar. It is a popular trekking destination with its highest peak being Anamudi.

Attractions

The paradise of Munnar attracts tourists all over with its lush environs, lakes, waterfalls, forests that offer some spectacular flora.
Some notable tourist attractions here are Mattupetty Lake, Eravikulam National Park, Echo Point, Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary, Valara Waterfalls and Marayoor.Munnar is rich in tea plantations and hence is known to be one of the tea trade centres in India.

Activities

Tourists visiting Munnar keep themselves occupied by indulging in paragliding, rock climbing, cycling and hang gliding activities. Nature walks, trekking and bird watching are also some of the other activities which one can pursue in Munnar.

Distance from Chennai

575 kms

 

Best time to visit

August - May