Holiday Destination: Munnar

It is pronounced "Moon-aar" short for "moonu aar" meaning 3 rivers. Three rivers - Madupetti, Nallathanni and Periavaru which flow through this town, but join some distance away from Munnar. Munnar is famous for its tea plantations, many of them started by the British. The "Kannan Devan" brand of Tea from the Tata is cultivated and processed here.

Munnar is a typical hill station, and was the summer resort of the British. Tourists come here to see the vast tea plantations of the area. The town itself is typically Indian with the usual shops and guest houses and is nothing special in itself. But it is a good place to stay to see the surrounding countryside. It is also a popular place for Indian honeymooners. The town is divided into two parts, Old Munnar, where the tourist information office is, and Munnar, where the bus station and most guest houses are located.

Climate

Munnar Climate of Munnar remains pleasant and cool throughout the year. Summer months in Munnar the temperature seldom goes beyond 20º C. During Winter the climate of Munnar becomes to cold and temperature goes below 0º C

Tourist Season

August to March

Accommodation

Hotels, Inspection Bungalows, private cottages are available which suit all budgets.

General Information of Maunnar

Area: 557 km, Population: 68,205, Languages: Malayalam, Tamil, Hindi and English, Temperature: Summer 20º C, Winter 0º C.

Tourist Attraction in or near by Munnar

Pothamedu

Pothamedu is a scenic spot offering majestic views of the tea, coffeeand cardamom plantation in Munnar.

Attukal

Attukal is offers uninterrupted panorama of waterfalls and undulating hills and is located between Munnar and Pallivasal.

Nayamakad

Nayamakad is located at a distabce of 10 km from Munnar and this is a land of incredible waterfalls.

Accessibility

By Bus

Munnar is well connected to other cities Kerala and Tamilnadu by state Government public transport buses.

Nearest Airport

For Munnar is Cochin Airport. Distance by 125 km.

Nearest Railway Station

For Munnar is Kochi distance by 130 km.