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Family-Friendly Munnar Travelogue
Exploring Kerala's Scenic Hills and Attractions
By Roopsen C.
After enjoying our stay in Kochi, we were truly looking forward to our next destination – Munnar. We had some idea about Munnar after reading the Munnar Travelogue at munnar.org.
Munnar is situated above 1800 meters from sea level and is one of the most popular hill stations in South India. From munnar.org, I learned how beautiful it was, but we were truly amazed as the car approached this majestic region, with morning clouds dusting the mountain tops. The kids, bundled in their woolen jackets, gazed at the hills, greenery, and waterfalls through the window, frequently exclaiming "wow!"
Upon arrival, we were warmly greeted as we checked into our hotel. We quickly grabbed the complimentary breakfast offered by the hotel. Eager to experience the essence of Munnar, we traveled in a rickshaw and had the driver take us around—especially off the beaten path, where locals shop, eat, and relax. To me, this is the best way to see a new location—through the eyes of the local community.
Munnar Sightseeing:
Our first destination was Eravikulam National Park, located about 12 km from Munnar. This park is home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr, butterflies, and a variety of birds. In my opinion, it is a fantastic spot for trekking and relaxation. I couldn't stop taking pictures of the Nilgiri Tahr and the stunning tea plantations visible from the hills.
Our driver informed us about Neelakurinji, a flower that blooms only once every twelve years. Munnar was overcrowded in 2006 when it last bloomed. On our way back to Munnar town, where our resort was located, we spotted several beautiful waterfalls.
Next, we visited the Tata Tea Museum located at Nallathanni Estate. This museum is definitely worth a visit. It showcases tea-related curiosities, photographs, and machinery. A friendly guide narrated the tea production process to us. Afterward, we explored the CSI Church, built on rock without plaster during British rule. Following our visit to the church, we walked to the Munnar vegetables and fruits market, where we purchased some fresh strawberries and other exotic fruits.
We spent some time at a nearby garden. The children were excited to admire the picturesque floral scenery and explore everything!
Day 2 at Munnar
The next day, we visited Devikulam Lake, Mattupetty Dam, Top Station, and Kundala Dam. We returned to our resort after enjoying a meal at a restaurant in Munnar town.
Day 3 at Munnar
On the third day, everyone prepared for a trip to Marayoor, located about 40 km away from Munnar. I remember seeing sandalwood forests and ancient Muniyaras at Marayoor. After a quick shopping spree, we returned to the hotel early as we had to leave Munnar the next morning.
We will definitely come back again—perhaps when Neelakurinji blooms next time.
We are all grateful to munnar.org for introducing us to this wonderful place. Google led us to munnar.org, which guided us to real Munnar! Now our Munnar travelogue is published here. Thanks again!
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