8 Things Not To Miss In Munnar
By: Kratika Tue, 17 Aug 2021 6:04:17
If Munnar can be explained in simple terms, it will be the ideal place for a peaceful and refreshing retreat in the lap of hills. There are many tourists attractions in and around Munnar. And if you are lucky enough to be in this beautiful place, you must do these exciting things in Munnar.
# Plantation Resort
Famous as Erumadam locally, the Plantation resort is a treehouse in an environment-friendly housing facility. And it is made up of natural materials like bamboo, straw, hay, and coir. And the reason for its rising popularity is it’s an entirely new concept. Except for Munnar, it is also popular in Thekkady and Wayanad. Plantation Resort is somewhat 19 km from Munnar town.
# Enjoying the aromatic area of Munnar
There is a large area of tea plantations at Kolukkumalai Tea Estate in Munnar. The rejuvenating smell of golden beverages surrounding the whole place is out of this world. Situated at the height of 7900 ft, this tea estate is one of the world’s highest tea plantations.
# Engaging in Adventurous Sports
Other than beauty, Kerela is also famous for adventurous sports, and so is Munnar. And because of this reason, Munnar is quite renowned among adventure lovers, especially among trekkers, for some adrenaline rush. Both Top station and Echo Point in Munnar are popular among trekkers for trekking. It is about 15 km from Munnar.
# Spotting Rare Species
Besides all the above-mentioned specialties, Munnar is also blessed with great biodiversity, which is protected in the form of biosphere reserves, national parks, and sanctuaries. And as these places are visitable, one can have the opportunity to spot some endangered animals and birds.
And among all the wildlife areas, Eravikulam National Park is the most popular and most visited one. It is located in the Kannan Devan hills of Munnar, giving it a beautiful location too.
# Cycling
We have already said that Munnar is bliss for adventure and sports lovers. And if we are talking about sports, Munnar doesn’t disappoint its cycling lover tourists too. Cycling enthusiasts also have an opportunity to enjoy themselves in the tea estate town of Kerala.
Suryanelli, Anamudi Shola, Kundala, Marayoor, and Vandanmedu are some of the areas of Munnar which are perfect for mountain biking which is one of the popular adventure activities in Munnar.
# Enjoying Waterfall
Munnar has several waterfalls. Attukal, Lakkam, Chinnakanal, and Thoovanam, if you are a fan of nature lover, visit these waterfalls and enjoy some time in nature will be a good option for you. Other than this, the plunge pool part of the waterfall is a popular picnic spot among both tourists and natives of Munnar.
Among all the waterfalls of Munnar, Lakkam waterfall is the most popular and beautiful one as the vaga trees surround it. It is located on the Munnar-Marayoor route.
# Fun Forest Adventure Park
What makes Munnar famous among adventure lovers is its hilly landscape Munnar, making it popular among adventure lovers. Immense thrilling activities like rappelling and rock climbing, which require professional guidance and should be performed only under professional direction, are also available here.
National adventure foundation is the organization responsible for organizing such activities and many other adventure sports in Munnar.
# Watching Neelakurinji
Neelakurinji is a flower found in South India, and it is pretty popular. Now, many of our readers must be aware of the reason for its popularity. But we will like to tell you why it is popular, especially for those who don’t know. It is popular because it blooms once in 12 years.
Even you happen to visit Munnar in its blooming year; heavens must have blessed you with the most it could. Many people wait for its blooming year to visit Munnar too.