MUNNAR

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MUNNAR

Munnar is idyllic tourist destination in God's own country. It is located in Idukki district of the southwestern Indian state of Kerala.

Munnar is a lovely area of Kerala’s Western Ghats that is filled with green hills, valleys, forests and tea plantations. The magic of Munnar begins much before you reach the little hill town.

The drive is exciting what with the road winding around hillsides with tea estates on either side and stunning views beyond. The drive is fascinating any time of the day, but it is particularly surreal in the morning with swirling mists and moving clouds, changing subtly at every turn, round every bend.

Munnar attracts tourists from all over the world because of its exquisite natural beauty. Munnar is located in the state of Kerala and was the popular summer destinations of the British rulers.

It is a narrow stretch of land flanked on one side by the Arabian Sea and on the other side by the Western Ghat mountain ranges.

 Palm-fringed backwaters, scenic beaches, misty mountains, evergreen rain forests, gushing streams and waterfalls, all make this ancient spice capital of the world the most sought-after tourist destination.

Munnar experiences a moderate climate all through the year. Summers (March to May) are pleasant and the temperature ranges a maximum of 25°C to minimum of 15°C. Winters during December to February are cool and temperature comes down to 10°C during this period. Monsoons (June to September) are lovely with pouring rainfalls.

By Air

Munnar does not have an airport of its own. The nearest airport is the Cochin International Airport, which is 110 kilometres away by road. From Cochin, you can hire a cab to get to Munnar. The Madurai International Airport is 140 kilometres away from Munnar. In case you de-board at the Madurai International Airport, you can hire a cab or board the state transport or private buses to get to Munnar.

By Train

The nearest railway station from Munnar is at Aluva, which is at a distance of 110 kilometres from Munnar. The Ernakulam Railway Station is 130 kilometres away while the Madurai Railway Station is at a distance of 135 kilometres. From these points, you can either hire a cab or board the state transport or private buses wherever available.

By Bus

State-run or private buses, plying from various towns in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, are the best way to get to Munnar by road. Kerala State Road Transport Corporation provides bus services to Munnar from all major cities in Kerala.

Self Drive Route

Ernakulam- Munnar: (135 kilometres) 4.5 hours 
 Thekkady- Munnar: (110 kilometres) 4 hours 
Thiruvananthapuram- Munnar: (300 kilometres) 9 hours 
Palani- Munnar: (120 kilometres) 2.5 hours 
Coimbatore- Munnar: (150 kilometres) 6 hours 
 Madurai - Munnar :(135 kilometres) 6 hours