Places To Visit In Munnar

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Places To Visit in Munnar

Located at an altitude of 600 ft. and at a distance of about 15 kilometres from Munnar, Echo Point is situated right in the lap of a quaint lake and misty hills covered with lush green trees. As the name suggests, this place is well known for its enthralling illustration of the phenomenon of echoing. As you scream, it is fun to hear your voice reverberate around the attraction.

1 km
from city center 2 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Nestled 2 km away from Munnar amidst beautiful hills and lush green jungles, this pristine waterfall makes for romantic escapades and picnics site. However, the road to Atukkad is very narrow and needs a lot of experience to drive on. The pool formed at the base of the waterfall is suitable for taking a dip!

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Places To Visit in Munnar

Perched at several feet over the sea level and boasting of misty skies above and green carpeted fields below, these splendid Tea gardens in Munnar are a must-visit for every traveller. Sprawling over vast acres of lands, the umpteen tea plantations are sure to lure you with their bewitching beauty and charm.

1 km
from city center 4 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Located in the Nallathanni Estate of Tata Tea around 2 km from Munnar. The KDHP Museum showcases a variety of antiquities, the most famous being the burial urn excavated from the vicinity of Periakanal Estate, dating back to the 2nd century AD. A 30-minute documentary feature by the museum will take you through a historical sojourn of the place. Visitors then proceed to the factory to understand how tea is processed.

13 km
from city center 5 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Located a 45-minute drive away from Munnar, the Eravikulam National Park (also known as Rajamalai Wildlife Sanctuary) is a UNESCO world heritage site. Elephant, Nilgiri langur, Nilgiri marten, Atlas moth (largest in the world), lion-tailed macaque, small-clawed otter, and a rare tiger or leopard are some of the main animal species that can be spotted here.

7 km
from city center 6 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

The Rose Gardens of Munnar is spread over 2 acres of land, is an excellent stretch that is brimming with a variety of plants, including spices, crops like cardamom and vanilla, and a variety of other fruit trees. These agricultural plantations exude mesmerising and wonderful aromas, which make your stay at the gardens a rewarding experience.

7 km
from city center 7 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Mattupetty Dam, situated 13 km off Munnar at 1700m above the sea level, is highly famous for the Indo-Swiss live stock projects. This picnic spot is also popular among its visitors for various activities like speed boating and horse riding.

21 km
from city center 8 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Top Station is the highest point in Munnar at 6276 ft. It is the top place to visit in Munnar to enjoy the panoramic view of the majestic Western Ghats and valley of Theni District of Tamil Nadu. Every 12 years, the rare Neelarkunji flowers bloom here.

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Places To Visit in Munnar

The Jeep safari in Munnar takes visitors through the many attractions of Munnar including its sprawling plantations, forests and valleys, providing glimpses of the region’s diverse flora and fauna. Kolukkumalai, a picturesque hamlet, is one of the attractions explored on the safari; it is known for its Tea Trail and for its views of the magnificent mountains. One can also get down to see the famous Tea Factory.

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Places To Visit in Munnar

Staying in a Tree House is emerging to be the new vacation thing and it is definitely going to be one of the most exotic experiences of your life. Located amidst lush green spice plantations and tea estates, living here is one of the most unique things to do in Munnar.

2 km
from city center 11 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Pothamedu View Point, situated 6 km off Munnar, is adorned with stretching hills and lush green mountains. One can witness the spectacular wide views of tea, coffee and cardamom plantations of the area. Trekkers and hikers would love the adrenaline rush of this place.

27 km
from city center 12 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Nestled 8 km away from Munnar, Punarjani Traditional Village is a performing arts theatre where you can watch live performances of two traditional art forms of Kerala, namely Kathakali - the classical dance form, and Kalaripayattu - one of the earliest-born & deadliest martial arts in India. It is an eccentric & reposeful tourist attraction in Munnar.

34 km
from city center 13 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Munnar is a trekker''s paradise offering some of amazing trekking trails here. Trekkers would love the trails from Gap Road to Bison Valley Spices Village and from Pothamedu.

17 km
from city center 14 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Located 35 km off Munnar is the Kolukkumalai Tea Estate, perched at an altitude of 7000 ft. above sea level. This orthodox tea factory lays claim to being one of the highest in the world and is famous for its flavoursome tea. It takes about 52 minutes to reach here by jeep from Munnar. At the tea factory here, tea leaves are still handpicked, rolled, cooled, fermented and manually packed for distribution.

8 km
from city center 15 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Located in the Eravikulam National Park at an altitude of 7200 feet, Chokramudi Peak is one of the highest peaks in Munnar. It is quite isolated from the range but provides a fabulous view of the surrounding valleys & mountains covered with stunning dense forestation and the lush green tea plantations. One can also get a beautiful view of the Idukki Dam located nearby.

25 km
from city center 16 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Situated close to Valara Falls is another beautiful waterfall known as Cheeyappara Waterfalls. These falls serves as a major attraction of the region cascading over seven steps. One can easily reach the place by a bus, taxi or auto rickshaw.

13 km
from city center 17 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Anamudi or Anai Mudi Peak in Munnar is well known to be the home for the largest surviving population of Asian elephants in India. The peak itself is within the boundaries of the Eravikulam National Park and is a famous trekking destination. It is also famous for the Neela Kurinji flower which is known to blossom only once every 12 years.

8 km
from city center 18 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Photo Point is located on the way to the Madupetty Dam. It is a picturesque site perched atop the low rolling slopes and undulating plains of Nilgiris in Munnar. In the backdrop of the stretches of tea gardens, this point serves as an excellent photographic opportunity.

16 km
from city center 19 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

The second highest peak in Southern India, Meesapulimala stands elevated at an altitude of 2641 meters (8660 feet ) above sea level. The densely covered terrain has eight peaks that together resemble a moustache and is, therefore, called Meesapulimala. Also, considered as a hotspot of diversity, Meesapulimala has been recognised as a UNESCO world heritage site.

7 km
from city center 20 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Kalari Kshethra is the centre of the oldest form of martial arts, Kalarippayattu and the traditional form of Indian Classical Dance, Kathakali. The centre conducts performances, workshops and classes but is famous for the Kathakali and Kalarippayattu show held every day.

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Places To Visit in Munnar

Besides tasting delicious steaming tea, you can also buy premium quality tea leaves from Munnar to take away with you as a souvenir. You can explore the local markets for dried tea leaves, aromatic oils, coffee variants, essential oils and other spices as well. The oils extracted from citriodora, eucalyptus and lemongrass are very useful to treat body and joint pains and are used in cooking and everyday products as well.

20 km
from city center 22 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Situated in the laps of the lush jungle is Kundala Dam & Lake laying 23 km off Munnar. This arch dam is famous for its Kashmiri-Shikara boat rides and pedal boat rides. The area also has cherry blossom trees that bloom twice a year.

1 km
from city center 23 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Indo Swiss Dairy Farm is a cattle development and research centre that spreads over an area of 469 acres of lush green grasslands and is home to a variety of high-quality cattle. The farm rears about 400 heads of cattle and is the headquarter of the Indo-Swiss Livestock Project that was launched in 1963 on mutual agreement between the Swiss and the Indian Government.

7 km
from city center 24 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Wonder Valley is an adventure and amusement park with facilities for rock climbing, paint ball, rope course and a video arcade. It is a perfect attraction for adventure freaks and for those who want to face and get rid of their fears. There's no age bar and the activities are designed for children, as well as for adults.

12 km
from city center 25 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Named so because it looks like a locked heart, Lock Heart Gap is a viewpoint in Munnar famous for a breathtaking view of the surrounding valleys, mountains, the tea plantations and its thrilling trekking trails through the densely covered, cloudy, misty terrain. The view from the top during sunsets are a must-see.

29 km
from city center 26 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Being one of twelve wildlife sanctuaries among the protected areas of Kerala, the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary houses species like grizzled giant squirrel, gaur, spotted deer, tufted grey langur, slender loris, crocodile, wild elephant, tiger, leopard and many birds.

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Places To Visit in Munnar

Taking and Ayurvedic spa and/or a massage in the hills is the best form to rejuvenate and relax. The hill town is best known for its Ayurvedic massages and you can choose from shirodhara, deep tissue massage or a Balinese massage.

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Places To Visit in Munnar

Established in 1900, Sevenmallay Tea Estate is owned by the Tata Tea Company. The estate sprawling over hundreds of acres of land is a like a paradise on earth. A quaint charming bungalow located right in the heart of the estate adds to the charm of the place. You can also buy tea produced at the estate-outlet.

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Places To Visit in Munnar

Mountain Biking is undoubedtly one of the best things to do in Munnar. The thrilling activity is taken up by localites and tourists alike as the picturesque areas like Suryanelli, Vandanmedu, Anamudi Shola, Kundala, and Marayoor can be best explored on these bikes. Besides being a form of exercise, you can also wander about the beautiful tea estates without any fear of pollution or fuel availability.

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Places To Visit in Munnar

Located just 40 kilometres away from Munnar is Marayoor, which is famous for its naturally growing sandalwood forest and dolmens from the Stone Age Civilisation. Wrapped in a wispy blanket of glorious clouds, Marayoor has hamlets, sugarcane fields, waterfalls, and bamboo forests making it an enchanting landscape of exquisite green beauty.

23 km
from city center 31 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

This small little waterfall 25 km from Munnar is a part of Eravikulam stream of Eravikulam National Park. It is one of the main tributaries of Pampar River and is ideal for swimming in privacy.

2 km
from city center 32 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Spread across a lush expanse of 18 acres, Blossom Park is famous for its activities such as water cycling, boating and skating. It is covered with a wide variety of flora and has romantic little provisions of tree houses and ropeways. It is located at a mere distance of 3 km from Munnar.

4 km
from city center 33 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Pallivasal Falls is a stunning natural water body in the midst of dense forestation. It is famous as a picnic and sightseeing attraction in Munnar and draws nature lovers for soul-satisfying nature walks. The waterfall cascades down a rocky slope and doesn't quite have a height but the force it gushes with is sure to captivate one and all.

14 km
from city center 34 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Flowing from a height of 800 m, Chinnakanal Waterfalls is a sight of sheer beauty. These falls lays just 16 km away from Munnar.

6 km
from city center 35 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Situated 10 km off Munnar, Chithirapuram is a place famous for its rustic environ and old world charm. It also houses old playgrounds and courts, bungalows, sleepy little cottages and tea plantations adding to the charm of the village.

39 km
from city center 36 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Bird watching and spotting can become an addictive joy with the help of trained guides. The Thattekkad Sanctuary is home to some of the rare species of birds such as Crimson-Throated Barbet, Bee-eater, Sunbird, Shrike, Black winged Kite, and the Night Heron.

7 km
from city center 37 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Situated at a distance of 9 km from Munnar on the Thekkady Road, Lockhart Tea Museum is one of the newest editions to the tourist places in the city. Opened on the 22nd of January, 2014 for the public, the museum is a part of the Lockhart Estate which is a major tea plantation estate. The museum offers a historical insight into the first ever tea plantations of Munnar which date back to 1879.

5 km
from city center 38 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Nyayamakad Waterfalls is situated 10 kms from Munnar between Munnar and Rajamala in Kerala. Falling down at a height of 1600 m, the waterfalls are a popular picnic and trekking spot. The perfect time to visit the waterfalls is during monsoons.

4 km
from city center 39 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Pallivasal Tea Garden is situated a few kms away on the outskirts of Munnar in the village of the same name. The tea gardens are known for their haven like beauty and beautiful meadows of tea plantations. From these gardens you can also see the Sahya mountain range in the backdrop.

17 km
from city center 40 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Kuthumkal Waterfalls is situated 24 kms from Munnar in Rajakkad. The waterfalls are a popular picnic spot in the region and boast of pleasant climate and mesmerizing water cascading down a lengthy height from a cliff.

0 km
from city center 41 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Lying 18 km from Munnar, you can board an Elephant ride here to explore the wilderness of the region. This is a fun spot for both adults and children equally as you get to view the expanse of Munnar hills and forest riding an elephant.

9 km
from city center 42 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Rock climbing and rappelling are some of the popular activities offered in and around Munnar.

2 km
from city center 43 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Run by Corporate Planters, this High Range Club is associated with 41 other clubs in the country and also with 2 overseas clubs offering a variety of amusement activities.

1 km
from city center 44 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Against the backdrop of tea plantations, you will find a well-manicured garden called Floriculture Centre. The park features a large variety of flowers and some herbal plants maintained by the Kerala Forest Development Corporation.

24 km
from city center 45 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

Fed by the Deviyar river, Valara Falls is located at 40 km from Munnar. Enveloped by Neriamangalam town in the east and Adimali in the west, the place offers some absolutely stunning sights.

1 km
from city center 46 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

CSI Christ Church is over a century old church famous for its religious & historic significance and its gothic style architecture. The church was built in the memory of the beloved wife of Henry Knight, Ilianor Knight, in the early 1900s. The site also served as a cemetery for the British Planters. The structure is made of granite and is adorned with beautiful stained glass work and brass plaques.

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Places To Visit in Munnar

Situated amidst exuberant tea plantations, dense green woods, rolling hillocks and vibrant grasslands, Elephant Lake, also known as Anayirangal or Elephant Arrival Lake is one of the most idyllic and picturesque spots located at a distance of 22 kms from Munnar. The scintillating lake offers panoramic views of the calm reservoir and foggy clouds, all in the backdrop of lush green Tata Tea Estates.

2 km
from city center 48 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

The Anayirankal Dam is located right in between a verdant carpet of tea plantations and a thicket of evergreen forests. It is one of the largest earthen dams and was completed in the 1960s. It is also one of the earliest dams made with concrete.

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Places To Visit in Munnar

The Ripple Waterfalls is located in the beautiful hill station of Munnar in Kerala. Formed by the Muthirapuzha River this natural waterfall is set amidst dense forests and is situated at a height of 1,600 meters. The Ripple Waterfalls got its name from the rippling sound that it creates as the water flows down from the rocks. This destination is extremely popular amongst photographers, nature lovers, and adventure enthusiasts.

13 km
from city center 50 out of 50
Places To Visit in Munnar

The Munnar Chocolate Factory was established in 2007 and is now one of the best producers of these scrumptious delights. Apart from indulging in some of the tastiest chocolates produced in India, the Munnar Chocolate Factory also offers a plethora of activities to keep you occupied. The factory also has a cafe where you can relax and try some of the decadent desserts along with their beverages.