Things To Do In Munnar
Behind the façade of the tea plantations lie the adventurous
side of Munnar. Tourists come here to dive right into adventure sports such as trekking, rock climbing, rappelling,
paragliding, cycling and lots more. What makes it an exclusive experience is
that you are doing these activities in the midst of tea gardens.
A trip to a tea plantation paradise must accompany a tea-making session. When in Munnar, a visit
to a tea factory will open you to an astounding variety of tea and the art of
brewing it. Your store-bought tea is no match for the locally sourced tea
leaves.
Spend a lazy day fishing
at Sita Devi Lake, a hidden gem near Munnar. To catch your trout, first, contact
the local authorities for permission and then release the bait. What makes this
location ideal is the thriving nature around you.
Another
distinct thing to do in Munnar is to stroll through the tea plantations. Ideal
way to do it is to get on a tour to pluck
tea leaves and process it. Know why Indians and locals love this beverage
to the T.
Iconic Things To See
Feast your eyes on the rare Nilgiri Tahr in Eravikulam National Park. A docile creature that
cohabitates with over 100 of other species in this national reserve. Join one
of the many tours to witness the rare flora and fauna that have made its home
in this green landscape.
Munnar is dotted with streams
and waterfalls that releases a magical calmness and beauty across the land.
Some of the iconic waterfalls to visit are Valara, Cheeyappara and Attukal
Falls, but the most pristine is Lakkam Waterfalls. Getting to it this waterfall
is difficult and the dense forest shrouds it in secrecy.
Get a bird’s eye view of Munnar at Top Station. It is one of the highest points at this hill station
that offers views that are heavenly. The misty sky covers the land that gives
you a feeling that you are above the clouds at this landmark.
Mattupetty
and Pallivasal are places ideal for a picnic. The dam and lake attract
tourists to lounge on the banks or enjoy a boat ride in the midst of sheer
greenery.
For a heart racing show, book a Kalari Kshethra performance – Kerala’s ancient fighting form akin
to martial arts. It is spectacle that will leave you pulsating.
Lastly,
if you love flowers and gardening, then the Rose Garden is the place for you. Get blown away with the variety
of roses and flowers in one garden.
What To Eat
Thali on a banana leaf, especially the Kairali thali is at
the top of the list of things to eat at Munnar. It is vegetarian delight that
gives you a peek into local delicacies and ingredients.
Another local dish is idiyappam or Malabar parotta with egg curry.
It will surely leave you longing for it. The other dishes include a multitude
of dosas, fish curries, meat preparations, and snacks – bonda, vadas, bhaji.
Don’t forget to sip on tea with every meal or snack at this
hill station.
Nearest
Railway Station: Aluva about 108 km and Angamali about 109 km
Nearest
Airport: Book a flight to Cochin International Airport, which is about 108 km
Best time
to visit: August to May
Plan a trip to Munnar with packages starting at INR 3500* per
person. The price includes 1 night accommodation and breakfast. You can also
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