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A Day Out in Munnar-Kerala-India

Munnar, which means confluence of three rivers, was the summer resort of the erstwhile British rulers in the colonial days.

 In the late 19th century, A.H. Sharp planted the first tea bush and since then tea has been the main agricultural crop in the region.

 Today, the hills around Munnar are blanketed with best-in-class green tea bushes.

With its sprawling tea plantations, pristine valleys and mountains and cool air,

it’s no surprise that Munnar has been rated the second-best Asian travel destination for 2010.

  

If you are a true admirer of nature who has a passion for driving, Munnar is your dream destination and cruising along winding smooth roads across

 mist-sheeted lush green tea gardens is the finest experience you can ever have.

 Around every corner is another stunning view. You do not need a map or a guide; all you need is a good pair of shoes and the curiosity

 to see what is around the next curve. You need not necessarily be a shutterbug; random clicks can get you incredible photographs.

On the way to Munnar, some 22 kms before reaching there, I stopped by Anayirankal dam, a vast expanse of water surrounded by green carpeted hills

 covered with tea gardens. The distant view of the reservoir follows you for another 15 kms and it’s an excellent location for photography.

The dude who poses here is Varayadu or Nilgiri Tahr, stocky goats with short, coarse fur and a bristly mane. Nilgiri Tahr is an endangered mountain ungulate listed in schedule I of the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972.

Eravikulam National Park which has the highest density and largest surviving population of this species is situated hardly 14 kms from Munnar town.

 Know more about this endangered species

Does this picture suggest land’s end? It virtually is. This is Top Station, which is 41 kms uphill from Munnar.

Located at the border of Kerala and Tamilnadu, this spot offers an ‘awebreathtakingsome’ panoramic view.

Strolling down this pathway with steep abyss on both sides is adventurous, rather risky,

 but the view you get there is one of a kind.

At every other corner you will find women with baskets full of locally grown fruits and vegetables.

 Don’t forget to bargain and buy tender carrots, passion fruits and wild tomatoes, all farm fresh and delicious.

 Anamudi is the highest peak in the Western Ghats situated at a height of 2,695 metres (8,842 feet) above mean sea level.

 It is located in the southern part of Eravikulam National Park, fifty kilometers from Munnar.

 It is also the ideal place for wildlife travelers and nature lovers. It literally means “Elephant forehead”.

13 kms away from Munnar, Mattupetty is famous for its highly specialised dairy farm, the Indo-Swiss project.

 More than 100 varieties of high yielding cattle are reared here.

The Mattupetty Lake and Dam, just a short distance from the farm, is a gorgeous picnic spot.

The sprawling Kundala tea plantations, Kundala Lake and the echo point are other attractions in the vicinity.

 A boat cruise on the lake is the best way to enjoy the leisure.

Bristling with wildlife and crystal clear streams, the enticing charm of Munnar is simply irresistible.

The area has many attractions within a short distance of the town of Munnar, including the Sandalwood Forest of Marayoor and the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary.

Kerala's Beauty-diffrent tourist places

Wayanad- Thrissilery

Wayanad- Valliyoorkavu

Wayanad- Neelimala

Wayanad- Pallikunnu church

Wayanad- Karlad lake

Wayanad- Kurumpalapattamala

Wayanad- Lakkidi

Wayanad- Bansurasagar

Wayanad- Meenmutty falls

Wayanad- Korome mosque

Wayanad- Ambalvayal museum

Wayanad- Sunrise valley

Wayanad- Soochippara waterfalls

Wayanad- Muniyara

Wayanad- Kanthanpara waterfall

Wayanad- Pookode lake

Kollam- Thenmala

Wayanad- Thirunelli

Wayanad- Kuruva Island

Idukki- Pampadumchola

Wayanad- Chembra

Wayanad- Edakkal caves

Wayanad- Pakshipathalam

Idukki -Vagamon

Idukki - Chinnar

Kerala's Beauty-Karappuzha dam

Karappuzha Dam- Wayanad

 

 

Karappuzha situates at 4 km distance from Amabalavayal. This small dam was constructed for water needs of various parts of Wayanad. There are lots of fishes in this beautiful dam and in its surroundings one would spot butterflies and any birds.

Location

Near Amabalavayal town, 13 km northeast of Kalpetta.

How to reach

By road: Buses are available from Kalpetta. Get down at Ambalavayal and pick auto or jeep

Stay

Stay at Kalpetta or Ambalavayal

 

Kerala's beauty-Thenmala

Thenmala-Kollam

 

 

Thenmala is a serene village at the foothills of Western Ghats which is primarily a forest area. The well-known Shenduruney Wildlife Sanctuary is the prime ecotourism resource of Thenmala. The Wildlife Sanctuary is of about 100 sq. km. enriched with large varieties of flora and fauna.

'Thenmala' in English means honey hills. It is located 72 kms from Thiruvananthapuram.

Thenmala Ecotourism Project) has been formulated in and around Shenduruney Wildlife Sanctuary with the co-operation of departments such as Forest, Irrigation and Tourism. In order to give flexibility in management for the development of this destination, a separate Society, the Thenmala Ecotourism Promotion Society (TEPS) has been constituted.

For more details: Visit www.thenmalaecotourism.com

Climate

The hottest months are March to May and the coldest, December and January. The maximum temperature during daytime in the hottest month is about 39 degree Celsius. The daily temperature varies from 17 degree Celsius to 35 degree Celsius.

Rainfall

Southwest Monsoon: May to August extends up to September
Northeast Monsoon: late September, October and November
Average rainfall 2600 - 3000 mm

Best Season

August to May

How to Reach

By Air: Nearest Airport: Thiruvananthapuram (80kms)
By Rail: Nearest Railhead: Kollam (66kms)
By Road: Two hour journey from Thiruvananthapuram and Kollam. Regular buses are available from Kollam, Kottarakkara and Punalur.

Contact

STD code: 0475

Tourism Information Desk, Thenmala 0475-344800
Thenmala Ecotourism Promotion Society: 0471-2329770

Stay, Lunch and Dine

Tented camping inside adventure zone: 0475-2344800
Hotel Green Valley: 0475-2335134
Treetop Huts at Kattilappara: 0475-2335134
Restaurant: KTDC Restaurant: 0475-2211600

Packages Available

Trekking packages through Eco Development Committee: 0475-2344800
Trained Guides: 0475-2344725

Attractions

Matysafed Aquarium near Adventure Zone. Entry Fee: Rs.5-10 (10am to 7pm)
Deer Rehabilitation Centre. Entry fee: Rs. 5-10 (8am-6pm)
Boating in Wildlife Sanctuary. Rs. 45-75 (9.30am to 4pm)
Leizure zone. Entry fee: Rs.20-30
Musical Dancing Fountain at 7pm (Monday holiday)
Mountain biking. Rs.20

Conducted Tours

From Thiruvananthapuram KTDC (Ph 0471-2330031)
From Kollam DTPC Kollam (Ph 0474-2745625, 1364)
From Pathanamthitta DTPC Pathanamthitta (Ph 0473-2229952/2326409)
From Alapuzha DTPC Alappuzha (Ph: 0477-2251796, 2253308)
From Kottayam DTPC Kottayam (Ph: 0481-2560479)
From Ernakulam DTPC Ernakulam (Ph: 0484-2383988, 2367334)
Local Guides: Ph: 0475 2344725

Tips

Book accomodation early in advance
Plastic freezone

 

Kerala's beauty

Athirapally

Related Subject

Kerala Tourisum Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala
Park View, Thiruvananthapuram,

Kerala, India - 695 033,

Phone: +91 471 2321132

Fax: +91 471 2322279
Tourist Information toll free No:1-800-425-4747
Email: info@keralatourism.org, deptour@keralatourism.org

Virtual Tour: Get a feel of the amazing destinations in God’s Own Country. This virtual reality gallery has 360 degree images of select destinations in the state.

Information Offices

Kerala Tourism runs Information Offices in various Indian states. Those on their trip in Kerala can visit Information Offices functioning in all districts and at major destinations. Find your nearest office from the list given below.

Information Offices

Kerala Tourism runs Information Offices in various Indian states. Those on their trip in Kerala can visit Information Offices functioning in all districts and at major destinations. Find your nearest office from the list given below.

Kerala Tourism runs Information Offices in various Indian states:
Those on their trip in Kerala can visit Information Offices functioning in all districts and at major destinations. Find your nearest office from the list given below

 

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