Munnar is one of the famous hill stations in Kerala which is called God's own land. The flow of people from home and abroad is the same. It is not an exaggeration to say that 90 percent of the foreigners who come to Kerala go to Munnar. Located at an altitude of 6000 feet, the weather and scenery of Munnar are so beautiful.
Let's take a look at the top 9 must-see places in Munnar.
- Munnar Top Station
If you want to see the beautiful views of the valleys of Munnar, you should reach Munnar Top Station itself. Part of Tamil Nadu, this place is a major tourist destination in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. At an altitude of over 5500 feet, you can see the clouds below.
- Munnar Tea Museum
The culture of Munnar itself is closely related to the tea plantations. The Munnar Tea Museum runs tours and documentaries detailing the history and workings of the tea plantations.
- Vattavada
It is known as the vegetable market of Kerala as it produces a variety of crops that are not found anywhere else in Kerala. Besides, there are many entertainments like TRUCKING and JEEP SAFARI available in Vattavada which is full of beautiful views.
- Kanthallur
Kanthallur is located about fifty kilometers away from Munnar. This place is nicknamed the Fruit Garden of Kerala. Tourists can visit these beautiful orchards and taste the fruits.
- Eravikulam National Park.
The highest national park in Kerala. It is situated at an altitude of 2000 meters at a distance of nineteen kilometers from Munnar. Aimed at protecting the Nilgiris goats, you can easily see these wild animals here.
- Marayoor
Marayoor is a beautiful village located at a distance of 40 km from Munnar. Rich in natural beautiful forests, this place is famous for sugarcane cultivation. Similarly jaggery produced here is very famous. Tourists also have the opportunity to see the jaggery production here.
- Muniyara
Muniyaras are another attraction in Marayur itself. Muniyaras are prehistoric relics dating back over a thousand years.
- Eco Point
Echo Point is a lush green forested lake shore located 15 km from Munnar hill station. Here you can experience the phenomenon of sound echoing just like the name. Recreations like boating are also available here.
- Mattupetti Dam
A treasure trove of flora and fauna, Mattupetti Dam is one of the most beautiful tourist spots in Munnar. This place is located on the Vattavada route from Munnar. Boat trip across the dam is also available here. Here you can also see wild animals that come to drink water.
Apart from this, there are many small and big tourist attractions in Munnar.