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Munnar - one of the best hill stations of South India - is situated at a height of 1600 m from Sea Level. Situated at the confluence of three mountain streams, this hill station was once the summer capital of the British Government in South India. Sprawling Tea Plantations, small towns and beautiful houses make this a popular hill station. Munnar is also famous for exotic flora - like Neelakurunji, which blooms once in 12 years. Anamudi, the highest peak of south India is situated in this area and is an ideal place for Trekking.

Places to see
Mattupetty
Is famous for its highly specialized Diary Farm - the Indo-Swiss live stock project.

Devikulam
This idyllic hill station with its velvet lawns, exotic flora and fauna and the cool mountain air offer a unique experience to visitors. The sita devi lake with its mineral waters and picturesque surroundings is a good picnic spot.

Rajamala
2695 mt. above sea level this place is a natural habitat of the rare species - Niligiri Thar.

Top Station
This is the highest Point on the Munnar - Kodaikanal route and one gets good view of the nearby towns from this peak.

How to reach
Nearest airport is Cochin, which is 140 Kms from Munnar. No rail head to Munnar. Roads are well connected.