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Tips on Where to Stay In and Around Munnar
Munnar's lush surrounds and colonial history make it an interesting place to stay. It was a popular retreat for the British during the colonial era and continues to attract Indian and international tourists today. Accommodation ranges from budget hotels in the main town to plush resorts in the hills. Homestays are another alternative which offer an insight into Munnar's culture.
View full guideWhere to Shop in Munnar - Tea, Spices, and Handicrafts
Shopping in Munnar is a feast for the senses. You can stock up for a picnic at market stalls piled high with bananas and mangoes, sift through vibrant fabrics at a community project, and buy tea from its source in the plantations. Fragrant spices are grown in the surrounding hills and supplies of cardamom, pepper, and cinnamon make delicious souvenirs to cook with back home.
What to See and Do in Munnar - From Tea Tours to Dance Performances
Munnar's famous tea gardens are the main attraction for most travellers who wind their way up to this hill station amid the Western Ghats. But while the sculpted tea bushes covering the hillsides are a memorable sight, gazing at plantations isn't the only option here. You can spot leopards and go trekking in national parks, or take a Keralan cookery class in town.
A Guide to Munnar - Tea Plantations, Wildlife, and Mountain Views
Perched 1,600 meters above sea level, tranquil Munnar has been attracting visitors since the colonial era. The long-departed British Government retreated to this hill station every summer for their fix of mountain air, and it remains a popular Keralan destination today. It's a lush sight: tea plantations cover hills framed by the Western Ghats. Head out of town for impressive views, wildlife sanctuaries, and trekking.
Eating In and Around Munnar - From Dosas to
The aromatic South Indian cuisine you can sample in Munnar and its surrounds uses generous amounts of coconut in most dishes. Seafood also features on many menus and the region's ubiquitous fish curry can be tasted at many local restaurants. Other popular ingredients include lentils, dried chilies, tamarind, and ginger.
Good to Know - Travel Tips for a Vacation in Munnar, Kerala
A peaceful hill station, set among tea plantations in the Kannan Devan Hills, Munnar makes a good base for exploring the Western Ghats. The area is renowned for its mild climate and warm hospitality. Munnar has long been a popular honeymoon destination and is gradually drawing more international visitors. You can see bungalows and churches constructed by British settlers, and go walking in the hills.
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