Places to see
Where the green of the sprawling tea estates contrasts with the brown trees. Where the silvery veins of water trickling down hillsides adds to the golden hues of the twilight skies. Where the bluish hues of the forests sets off the bluish-purple of the rare neelakurinji. Nature has chosen to spread its palette of colours across Munnar. Just go around and see how many you can spot!

 

| Mattupetty | Pothamedu | Devikulam | Pallivasal | Attukal | Nyayamakad |

| Chithirapuram | Lock Heart Gap | Rajamala | Eravikulam National Park |
| Power House Waterfalls | Kundala | Christ Church | Anayirangal | Marayoor |
| Top Station | Echo Point | Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary | Anamudi |

| Tata Tea Museum | Blossom International Park |

 

	Mattupetty Located 13 kms from Munnar at a height of 1700 metres above sea level, Mattupetty showcases a dairy farm that specializes in over 100 varieties of high yielding cattle. How can a tourist spot be complete without a lake or a dam? And Mattupetty has both, in
close proximity to the farm. The spot also abuts team plantations and the Kundala Lake. Besides walking around and having a picnic, you can also sail around on speed launches or low-speed motor boats that you can hire.

 

Pothamedu Want to get a vantage view of the tea, coffee and cardamom plantations in Munnar? Travel 6 kms from Munnar until you reach Pothamedu. And for your efforts, you will also be rewarded with an excellent view of the mysterious hills, green ‘carpeted’ mountains and other breathtaking sights. Done with
the looking? Now you could focus your energies on long walks or treks, perhaps!

 
Devikulam
A lake with mineral water and ample opportunities for trout fishing? You must be at the Sita Devi Lake, 7 kms from Munnar, in a place called Devikulam. Besides the lake, nature is also at its greenest best, with lush lawns, rare species of flowers, plants and other forms of life.

Pallivasal
What happens when beauty and utility come together? Simple, you find yourself in a place like Pallivasal, 8 kms from Munnar, that is not only the venue of the first Hydro Electric Project in Kerala, but also a spot that is nature’s work of art.
 

Attukal Travel 9 kms from Munnar – better still, trek it until you reach Attukal. The feeling can be best described as that of finding a pot at the end of the rainbow as you stand spellbound, gazing at the waterfalls and the hills that form the backdrop.

Nyayamakad If you’re the one for waterfalls, head straight for Nyayamakad, 10 kms from Munnar. Where there’s a waterfall, can a picnic spot be far behind? Treks, picnics or a peaceful unwinding session – you’re in the right place for all these and more.

Chithirapuram
Be transported into a world from the past – that’s how you will feel when you enter Chithirapuram, 10 kms from Munnar. Quaint little cottages, old age mansions and playgrounds, and mesmerizing tea plantations greet you as you visit this place. Chithirapuram is also home to the Pallivasal Hydel Power Project.

Lock Heart Gap
For those who have set their heart on a journey of adventure and trekking, Lock Heart Gap is the place. Located 13 kms from Munnar, the place is equally well-known for its beauty – take a look at the views around and you’ll know why.

Rajamala
Imagine visiting a place where half the world’s population of a particular life form exists! That’s Rajamala, located 15 kms from Munnar, where the Nilgiri Tahr lives at almost 2700 m above sea level. The Tahr is a rare species of mountain goat that is fast reaching extinction. Make sure you are one of the few in your peer group to set sight on this exotic breed!
 

	Eravikulam National Park Close to South India’s highest peak – Anamudi – 15 kms from Munnar, is located a park that was declared a sanctuary in 1975 and as a national park in 1978. Almost 100 sq. kms in area, Eravikulam National Park is located in the Devikulam Taluk. Home to the
evergreen forests, the smooth grasslands and several rare species of plants and animals, the park also offers facilities for trekking and adventure tourism.

Power House Waterfalls
Take a break before you visit the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary at Thekkady. Stop by to enjoy the cascading waterfalls and the mountain ranges at Power House Waterfalls, at a distance of 18 kms from Munnar.

Kundala
Who would have thought that an artificial dam, a golf course and a waterfall would co-exist 1600 metres above sea level? You can spot all three at Kundala, 20 kms from Munnar. So come on over – this is an unwind experience, three times better!
 

Christ Church Christ Church is a century-old church built with solid stone, and fitted with stained glass windows and brass plaques. Once you are in, shut yourself away from the rest of the world and seek complete peace of mind as you kneel to pray or meditate.

Anayirangal
Lush green tea plantations wherever you look. Thickset forests bordering the area. And the Anayirangal dam right in the middle. If you were looking for a picnic spot out of the ordinary, welcome to Anayirangal, 22 kms from Munnar.

Marayoor
Lose yourself to the fragrance of sandalwood at Marayoor, 40 kms from Munnar. A forest of sandalwood trees, mysterious caves, murals and relics add to the aura of the spot. Of course, kids have other diversions, like a large children’s park. Other places in the vicinity are the Thoovanam waterfalls and the Rajiv Gandhi National Park.
 

Top Station Top Station, located 32 kms from Munnar, has several records to its credit – besides being the highest point on the Munnar-Kodaikanal road, it is also home to the rare Neelakurunji flower. At a majestic height of 1700 metres above sea level, it offers a great view of the places nearby.

Echo Point
Doesn’t every hill station in the south have a famous echo point? Munnar is no different. Come on over to Echo Point, 15 kms from Munnar, and conduct a conversation with your own echo!
 

Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary You have seen the best of nature at Munnar. Now get ready to see the best of wildlife as well, at the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, 60 kms from Munnar. Spread across over 90 sq. kms, the Sanctuary has multiple access points. It also allows for an exciting trek that adds to the fun!

Anamudi
Enough has been said about Anamudi being the highest peak (2695 m) in the southern part of India. But what is news is that the hills display several exotic species of life forms – plants and animals, like the Atlas moth, the largest of its kind in the world, the Nilgiri Langur, the lion-tailed macaque, leopards, tigers, etc. So while you go about animal gazing, you could also limber up with a trek and see how high you can go!
 

	Tata Tea Museum Want to know how tea is made? Interested in little tidbits on the colonial lifestyles up in the hills a century back? The Tata Tea Museum is just the place for you! Located 2 kms from the Munnar Centre on the Nallathany Road, the museum displays an antique
collection of objects from the bygone colonial era. And yes, you can also gather assorted information on tea manufacturing, machinery, tea processing and tea tasting.

Blossom International Park
An adventure track, a 1000-foot long fountain, roller skates facilities, an underground meditation centre and a beautiful garden – what more could you ask from a park!

Things to do
Trekking
Munnar is known for its various trekking points like Anamudi, Rajamala, Meesapulimala, Top Station, Kundala and Devikulam. So you can have your fill of trekking even as you enjoy the fabulous weather and the wonderful sights around.

Rock Climbing and Rappelling
If you are looking for extreme sports, the rock faces of Munnar dare you to an invigorating session of rock climbing. You could contact the Adventure Tourism Promoters at Munnar for more details.

Walking and bicycling
If you wish to explore Munnar by foot or on a cycle, you could set off on a quiet stroll or rent a bicycle from the shops in the vicinity. This would be a great way to have some exercise, work up an appetite and explore the world around! Some places in the woods and foothills offer paths where you can walk or cycle around.