The hills have been successful in holding up the century-old traditions and cultures that have prospered the lives of the people in Incredible India. India is dotted with the awe-inspiring hills all over the country starting right up from Jammu and Kashmir to Tamil Nadu, encapsulating over 20 mountain ranges. Munnar is such a beautiful place situated in God’s own country Kerala.It can not be potrayed in a single canvas.Located in Idukki district , Munnar was the favored summer resort of the erstwhile British rulers in the colonial days.At this place you can witness the highest peak in South India , Anamudi. It is placed at a height around 1500 m to 2695 m above sea level and once known for the summer capital of South India. The beauty of vast tea-gardens in lap of the mountains will give you a breathtaking experience.
Eravikulam National Park and the Nilgiri Tahr is the main attraction of Munnar. Both Domestic and International tourists rushes here to enjoy the iconic view of Kerala.Trekking will no doubt energies you. Devikulam lake; Kolukkumalai; Lakkam; Attukal; Valara; Nyayamakad etc makes Munnar the above of nature.
Tip : The mean temperature in the month of Nov-Dec is 18 ‘c. There are lots of hotels and resorts to stay here.
What to buy? :
This is heaven for tea and spices but you can also buy ginger, pepper, cinnamon, coffee, clove, nutmeg etc. The special thing of here is the homemade dark chocolates with nuts.
You can reach here by driving from anywhere. So for the hill station lovers this is the ideal spot to cherish the winter.