India Tourism | Munnar

Munnar, one of the most popular hill stations in India is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Located at 1600 m above sea level, this was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India. Sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes, trekking and holiday facilities make Munnar a unique experience.

How to get there

	Air: Nearest airport: Madurai (Tamil Nadu), about 140 km away Cochin International Airport, about 190 km away.
	Rail: Nearest railway station: Theni (Tamil Nadu), about 60 km away, Changanacherry, about 93 km away.

Places of Interest

Anayirangal (22 kms from Munnar)
It's a lush green carpet of tea plants. A trip on the splendid reservoir is an unforgettable experience. The Anayirangal dam is surrounded by Tata Tea plantations and evergreen forests. An ideal picnic spot.
Top Station (32 kms from Munnar)
1700m above sea level, this is the highest point on the Munnar-Kodaikanal road. The rare Neelakurunji (Strobilanthus) belongs to this region. Top Station also offers a panoramic view of neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu.
Tea Museum in Munnar
The first ever tea museum opened its doors to welcome visitors at the Nulthathanni Tea Estate of the Tatas (of the Taj Group of Hotels) in April 2004.The museum provides a glimpse into the world of “Planters” who opened up the wilderness of Munnar to the new cash crop – tea. Besides giving an insight into the history of tea, there are photographs and curios and other paraphernalia connected with tea. Set in an, over a century old tea estate it gives tourists first hand knowledge about processing of black tea. Preserved are the original 1905 tea roller, the rotor vane and the Pelton wheel used in the power generation plant of the 1920s besides furniture from an old time planter’s bungalow.

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