Munnar

Munnar

Looking for a relaxing luxury vacation destination, Munnar is the place for you. Tea plantations till the end of your sight, peaceful atmosphere and pleasant weather, Munnar has it all for you. Situated in Kerala in the western ghats, Munnar is a popular hill station in the south of India. People visit here throughout the year but a surge is seen during the winter months. Tourists usually come here to celebrate the Christmas and the new year. If you are also looking for a peaceful and scenic destination, then Munnar is the place for you.

History

The history of Munnar dates back to the British era. In the year 1870s John Daniel Munro visited the area for settling a border dispute between Travancore and Madras. He loved the place when he saw it for the first time. The area was then owned by the royal family of the region. He then formed a plantation society in Munnar and plantation began there. Present-day Munnar is popular for its tea plantation and its tourism.

Take the tea estate tours

The major thing to do in Munnar is visiting the tea estates and seeing the tea plantation and harvest up close. One of the must visits in Munnar is the Kolukkumalai Tea Estate. It is amongst one of the highest tea plantations in the world. Once you visit the Kolukkumalai estate, you can also visit the tea factory to understand the traditional methods of tea plantation.

Trekking and camping

Munnar is a heaven not only for tea enthusiasts but also for trekking lovers. After seeing the tea plantations and enjoying at the waterfalls, you would love to see Munnar from the top. You can go for trekking and camping at the Echo point. As the name says echo phenomenon is clearly witnessed from the Echo point. It is located 15 kilometres away from Munnar and you will have to trek to reach the top. But the journey will be worth the effort.

Visit the natural waterfalls in Munnar

The entire region is full of natural beauty, you will find gorgeous waterfalls in Munnar. You can take a day or two out to visit the waterfalls in Munnar and enjoy the freshwater. The most popular and gorgeous waterfalls in Munnar are Attukal, Lakkam, Chinnakanal, and Thoovanam. All the falls create a plunge pool which provides visitors with an opportunity to indulge and play with the waters. You can also visit the National Parks and Wildlife sanctuaries to amplify your love for nature.

Indulge in different activities

Munnar has a lot to offer a traveller, even after enjoying the scenic beauty you can do a lot in Munnar. You can choose to indulge in cultural activities like watching Kathakali performances at Punarjani Traditional Village or watching Kalaripayattu performances. Munnar is known for its ayurvedic spas too, you can get spas done at various centres present there. You can try the local cuisine at the restaurants and enjoy a relaxing vacation.