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| Munnar Introduction |
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 Munnar, 1600 meter above sea level this hill station was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India. Sprawling Tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes, and holiday facilities make this a popular resort town. Among the exotic flora found in the forests and grasslands here is the Neelakurinji. Thekkady has only sanctuary in India where you can have the unique experience of viewing wildlife at close quarters form the safety of a boat on the lake. |
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| Tourist Attractions in Munnar |
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| § Kannan Devi Hills |
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The high ranges of Munnar were earlier known as Kannan Devan Hills, named after a certain Kannan Devan, who had been land lord in the Anchanad Valley on the eastern side of the district. The main cultivation crops in Munnar are Tea and Coffee. |
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| Weekend Getaways Around Munnar |
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| § Eravikulam National Park |
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The Eravikulam National Park is 16 kms from Munnar. This national park is the home of elephants, lion-tailed macaque, and the Nilgiri tahr (a rare mountain goat). Travelers can also explore the Rajamala Hills adjoining the national park. |
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| § Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary |
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The Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is 52 kms from Munnar. This sanctuary is the home of elephants, leopards, and bear. Top Station, bordering the state of Kerala, offers spectacular views of the Western Ghats. |
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