Introduction
Munnar is located in the Idukki district of Kerala, South India and is basically a hill station.
By virtue of being located at a height of 1,520 meters above the sea level, Munnar almost always has a very pleasant and cool climate that is extremely suitable for those looking to spend a quite and interesting hill holiday in the lap of natural beauty. Munnar literally means the confluence of three mountain rivers. This region is very famous for its tea plantations.
Historical Background of Munnar
The history of Munnar, Kerala, South India can be traced back to the stone ages though written historical records go back as far as the 10th century. Munnar gained importance as a hill station only during the British rule in India when the Duke of Wellington discovered the potential of this exquisitely beautiful hill station.
When one visits Munnar, one has the feeling of being transported to the colonial times and the place still has an old-world feel about it.
Munnar has a rich and vibrant cultural heritage; the local people here speak Malayalam. The best part is that most of the locals here can speak, read and write English.
Tourist Attractions in Munnar
The most popular tourist attractions are the beautiful lakes and forests in and around Munnar. The Chinnar Wild Life Sanctuary is at a distance of 60 kilometers from Munnar. Tourists have the opportunity to see wild animals like elephants, deer, and samba.
The Mattupetty Lake is at a distance of 14 kilometers from Munnar and is a popular tourist attraction. The other places worth visiting are Devikulam, Rajamalai, Top Station and Marayoor. Tourists get an exclusive opportunity to observe the complete process tea plantation, manufacturing tealeaves and the packaging process.
The High Range Club that is almost a hundred years old is a very popular resort. There are several resorts and hotels like the Tea County Hill Station Resort, West Wood Hotel, Hotel Oak Fields, the Munnar Inn and the Siena Village that are very popular with tourists. Though Munnar is a quite hill resort, it has two Cinema houses for those interested in watching movies.
Miscellany
Munnar is easily accessible as it is well connected by road and rail to the different parts of Kerala, South India. There are quite a few hill resorts and hotels in Munnar that offer excellent lodging, recreational and leisure activities.
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