Munnar is one among the ideal hill stations of Kerala, located amidst the sylvan surrounds of the Kannan Devan hills, it stands high at an altitude of 1524mts. Munnar houses beautiful resorts, peaceful localities with the cloud kissed mountains, tempting valleys covered with the carpet of tea plantations earns credits as one of the best tourist destinations in South India. Exploring the tea gardens falls no1 in the Things to do list. Anyone up there get dumbfounded by the beauty of nature traveling towards Munnar. The streets covered with the eucalyptus trees is where one get lost in woods, and the air marks its presence with the hypnotic smell and the vegetation covered with moss make the scene more definitive. There are about 30 tea estates in and around Munnar, different varieties of teas, one can even sample different flavors of local brews, and check out how fresh tea leaves transform to beverage. Apart from exploring tea plantations there are so many places to visit; say at the distance of 13 kms there is a picturesque Mattupetty Lake and Dam, collection of waterfalls commands unmatched beauty of Munnar. This place is a hot spot amongst tourists for picnicking, boating, and exploring the natural beauty of Munnar landscape. The Shola forests in Mattupetty shelters different varieties of birds and thus provides amazing opportunities for bird watching and trekking as well. Spending your time in the World class resorts is another way to earn peace of mind in a luxurious way, it is very relaxing though a bit heavy on your wallets. There are budget hotels for budget travelers too, Hence Munnar visit is a perfect place for hill station lovers with various budget ranges and this visit is the ultimate destination to meet the beauty of woods, greenery and the tranquility.
