Munnar

There are a number of tourist attractions in the hill station of Munnar. Travellers can have panoramic view of the verdant surroundings and forested hills from Munnar. Walks and hiking around the small town of Munnar offer an exhilarating experience. Travellers can also enjoy walking amongst the numerous tea estates of Munnar and view the entire process of making tea, right from plucking of tealeaves to their processing at the Kundale tea plantation.

Anaimudi (2,695 m), the highest peak in southern India, can be viewed from Munnar.

The Christ Church is an important place to visit in Munnar. Built of stone, it was constructed by the British in 1910. This church of Munnar is known for its stain glass windows. It has a number of brass plaques in memory of the tea planters of Munnar.

The National Adventure Foundation conducts a course on paragliding in Munnar. Travellers can also enjoy boating in the lakes in Munnar, even the munnar pictures are mind blowing.

The Evarikulam National Park is 16 km from Munnar. This national park is the home of elephants, lion-tailed macaque, and the Nilgiri tahr (a rare mountain goat). Travellers can also explore the Rajamala Hills adjoining the national park as an excursion option from Munnar.

Marayoor is 42 km from Munnar to east of the Evarikulam National Park. Here one can experience the peaceful ambience and beauty of a sandalwood forest.

The Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is 52 km from Munnar. This sanctuary is the home of elephants, leopards, and bear. Top Station, bordering the state of Kerala, offers spectacular views of the Western Ghats. Both make excellent excursion option from Munnar.

10 km from Munnar, en route to Top Station, one can visit the Mudapetty Dam. This is a popular picnic spot and travellers from Munnar can indulge in activities like boating and horse riding here.