Neil Island, Andaman

Monday 24 December 2007

Munnar

Trip: Kodaikanal > Munnar > Periyar > Alappuzha > Kovalam

We moved to Munnar after a day stay in Kodaikanal. To reach Munnar in itself is an unforgettable experience. Atleast 20 Km before the place, large estates of tea, coffee and cardamom are visible and as the road meanders through these lush gardens, one has a feeling of sailing in an endless green sea. We stayed in Munnar for three days.

Tea Estates @ Munnar

The first day we took an auto which had a fixed trip starting from Devikulum where we were staying to Mattupetti Reservoir via a tea estate. The reservoir was real fun. The three of us ventured into speed boating and then just sat there in front of the tranquil lakeside.

View from near Anai Mudi @ Munnar

In the evening the auto took us to Eravikulum National Park. Inside a bus took us to one of the high peaks which was accessible. En route we saw the Anaimudi Peak (the highest point in south India). The landscape from top was amazing.

Mattupatti Dam @ Munnar

The next day we woke up late. Munnar has too many points and activities to cover from waterfalls, lakes to adventure sports. We just decided to find a waterfall and sit there for a while. Atukkad Waterfall was chosen and it didn't disappoint us. Come back by 3 we settled for a delicious buffet lunch at a hotel which was a walk from main market.

Tree House @ Munnar

In the evening we bought tea packets to take home. The next morning we moved further south in Kerala to Periyar.

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