Among the South India tourist places, Munnar is one of the most beautiful hill station, loved by nature lovers and adventure seekers. It is situated on the banks of three rivers- Madupetti, Nallathanni and Periavaru. Anamudi, highest peak in South India which towers over 2,695 m in Munnar. It is known for biggest tea-plantation of South India, blessed with natural view-points apart from the tea-plantations. God has merged everything in Munnar, so Munnar itself bacame a nature package. The Eravikulam National Park, Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary and tea plantations are its major attractions. You can take home the best things of kerala to which it is famous for tea, coffee, spices like cinnamon, cloves, cardamom and pepper and definitely home made chocolates. We can't suppress our heart without seeing this place.
How to reach Munnar
By Air
Munnar does not have an airport of its own. Cochin International Airport located 110 km away from Munnar is the nearest airport with flights connected to all major Indian cities and abroad. Taxi/cab and buses are available from the airport to Munnar.
By Train
Munnar does not have a railway station of its own. Aluva (110 km) is the nearest railway station connecting trains to Munnar from various parts of the country. Ernakulam Junction (130 km) is major junction from where you can get trains for major cities like Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Mangalore, and Mumbai.
By Road
Kerala State Transport Corporation operates bus services to Munnar from major cities in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Other than government transportation, a number of private bus operators also runs buses on the same route. There are a number of luxury and Volvo buses between cities like Chennai, Bangalore, Coimbatore, Mysore to Munnar. Driving to Munnar by own car can be adventurous. Roads connecting Munnar to rest of the state are well-developed with beautiful scenery, making it a pleasant road trip especially during monsoon season.
