General Information about Munnar

Prime attractions at Munnar

Kuthumkal Waterfalls
The misty waterfall provides a picturesque view of the water, cascading down from scintillating heights. The sheer beauty of the place allures thousands of visitors every year.

Observatory Hills
This is a beautiful hill located at Nedumkandam. It's a perfect location for people who are interested in watching the heavenly bodies, as the sky here is free from pollution.

Best time to visit
Munnar is a pleasantly cool and refreshing place to visit at most times of year. Winters are cooold! And during monsoon days the downpour is steady.

Clothing
Take plenty of warm clothes. A suit if youare staying at the club!

How to reach
By Air
Near by airports are at Kochi (130 kms) and Madurai (142 kms).

By Rail
Nearest railway stations are at Kochi and Kottayam.

By Road
Munnar is well connected by a well developed network of road transport.

Exotic Flora
Among the exotic flora found in the forests and grasslands here is the Neelakkurinji a flower which bathes the hills in blue Colour once every twelve years. The Neelakkurinji, will bloom next in 2006AD. Munnar also has the highest peak in South India - Anamudi - which towers over 2695 M and is an ideal spot for campers who like to do some trekking.

 

Munnar Profile

LOCATION	Idukki district on the high ranges of the Western Ghats
ALTITUDE	5000-8000 Feet above sea level
AREA	26.2 sq.km.
TEMPERATURE	0oC - 30oC (Summer 15.2 oC - 25.2 oC, Winter 0oC - 10oC)
RAINFALL	275 cm

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