Post by ventura on Mar 23, 2012 17:03:44 GMT -5
Kerala has ever since attracted tourists and has been a famous tourist destination. It proudly flaunts its resplendent beautiful places in the form of hill stations, backwaters, wildlife sanctuaries, waterfalls etc.
One of the places which have cast its magic spell on many visitors is the famous hill station of Munnar. Munnar rejuvenates tourists from foreign as well as domestic places. Its evergreen belt and scenic beauty has mesmerized one and all. Munnar is located at the concourse of the three mountain streams of Nallathanni, Kundala and Muthirapuzha which adds to the beauty of the region. It is a part of the Idukki district. There are abundant tea plantations in Munnar. A trip to Munnar is made unforgettable by the cool weather and natural attractions like waterfall and rivulets. Munnar was also the favourite summer resort during the British rule. Besides the scenic beauty, tourists can also enjoy trekking, mountaineering and mountain biking.
One of the popular attractions near Munnar is Pothamedu which is 6 kms away. Green hills surrounding this little village are refreshing. The place is also famous for its cardamom, coffee and tea plantations. This place is rich in natural beauty and is marked by zig-zag roads and scenic altitude points.
Another hill station that is peaceful and calm is Devikulam. It is about 16 kms from Munnar. It is a comparatively smaller hill station and is located about 1800 meters above sea level. Devi Lake is about 7 kms from Munnar and is rich in natural mineral water. The place is rich in natural beauty, flora and fauna. Fishing activity can also be carried out in this place.
One of the places which have cast its magic spell on many visitors is the famous hill station of Munnar. Munnar rejuvenates tourists from foreign as well as domestic places. Its evergreen belt and scenic beauty has mesmerized one and all. Munnar is located at the concourse of the three mountain streams of Nallathanni, Kundala and Muthirapuzha which adds to the beauty of the region. It is a part of the Idukki district. There are abundant tea plantations in Munnar. A trip to Munnar is made unforgettable by the cool weather and natural attractions like waterfall and rivulets. Munnar was also the favourite summer resort during the British rule. Besides the scenic beauty, tourists can also enjoy trekking, mountaineering and mountain biking.
One of the popular attractions near Munnar is Pothamedu which is 6 kms away. Green hills surrounding this little village are refreshing. The place is also famous for its cardamom, coffee and tea plantations. This place is rich in natural beauty and is marked by zig-zag roads and scenic altitude points.
Another hill station that is peaceful and calm is Devikulam. It is about 16 kms from Munnar. It is a comparatively smaller hill station and is located about 1800 meters above sea level. Devi Lake is about 7 kms from Munnar and is rich in natural mineral water. The place is rich in natural beauty, flora and fauna. Fishing activity can also be carried out in this place.