Introduction
One of the most popular and quiet hill stations of India, Munnar, is situated at a conflux of three mountain streams Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Located at 1600 metres above sea level, this was the summer resort of the British. Munnar is encircled by mellowed billowy hills, swathed in the soothing green of vast tea estates, make it a perfect hill station. Dense forest, vast tea-estates, wild-life sanctuaries, mountain streams, valleys and major cash crop plantations bind most of the Munnar region. Munnar boasts of having the world's best tea estate. The festival of Onam brings life to the city. Lasting for ten days, this festival is celebrated with full fun and frolic. The snake boat races, held at various places ,on the palm fringed lagoons, forms the most fascinating feature of this city.

Quick Facts
Location : 135 kms from Kochi, Idduki
State : Kerala
Trip Highlights : Tea Estates
Ideal time to visit : September - May
Languages : Malayalam, Tamil and English
STD Code : 486
Climate : Summer (Max - 20ºC) & Winter (Min - 0ºC)
Best time to visit : September - May


Munnar Air/Rail/Road Links

Airport :	The nearest airports are Kochi and Madurai which are located 135 and 140 kms respectively.
Railway Station :	Kochi is the nearest railway station which is 135 kms away. It is well connected to all major cities.
Bus Station :	The place has a well developed network of roads. KSRTC has a bus stand at the south of Munnar and Town bus stand is located in the modern new bazaar

Tourist Attractions in Munnar
Top Station
Located 41 kms from Munnar, it is appropriately named. It is a home to some of the highest tea plantations in India. Giving a splendorous view of rolling green hills, it actually lies on the state border between Kerala and Tamil Nadu.

Echo Point
It is a blessed place with natural echo phenomena and offers spectacular views of the mountain ranges and valleys.

Anamudi
It is the highest peak of south India. It is located close to Munnar hill station. It offers superb venues for camping and trekking.

Marayoor
Lying 40 kms away from Munnar, this place is must watch. It is an amalgam of ancient caves sandalwood trees and souvenirs from ancient civilization.

Shopping Centres in Munnar
Munnar is not a popular shopping destination. However you can buy different tastes and flavours of tea, souvenirs and typical handicrafts of Kerala. You can shop from the following places-

Famous Hotels in Munnar
Hotels of Munnar offers you a wonderful stay in the midst of nature. Promising every amenity, Munnar hotels should be the best choice of a tourist.

Nearby Gateways
There are numerous getaways from Munnar. You will get to see some beautiful places around Munnar that you have never seen before. Their salubrious atmosphere and natural beauty will make you believe that, such places are paradise on earth.

Coimbatore (156 km)
Kozhikode (287 km)
Madurai (162 km)
Kollam (252 km)
Alapuzzha (200 km)
Kodaikanal (195 km)