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Lambasingi Hill Station Visakhapatnam - Andhra Kashmir

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Lambasingi Andhra Pradesh - Lambasingi also called as Lammasingi is a small village in the Chintaplli Mandal of Vishakapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.

It is situated in the agency area. This place is called the Kashmir of AP (can also be referred as the Kashmir of South India as temperatures in this places go as low as 0°C in December – January). This village is situated at a height of above 1000 meters from the sea level

Snow fall which can hardly be seen in south India can be seen in this place as temperatures no go higher than 10°C and always close to 0°C.

Another name for this Lambasingi village is Korra Bayalu. Korra means ´stick´, Bayalu means ‘outside’, in the local language this means “if some one stays outside the house in the open they will freeze like a stick”.

In the state of Andhra Pradesh Adilabad and Arogyavaram are couple of places that record lowest temperatures. Lammasingi records less than 5°C even in seasons other than winter. You can see sun only after 10 am on any given day and in winters only around 12 but again by 3pm this place will be blanketed by thick fog.

The wind from the forest and the mountains blows from Chintapalli (another place close to Lambasangi) becomes stable at Tajangi valley because of dense trees and water resources. Fog has more humidity because of the abundant water resources and as the fog travels from chintapalli to Tajangi Valley and then to Lambasingi the temperatures in Lambasingi and Tajangi are almost same but in Chintapalli a bit warmer comparatively.

This place has coffee & pepper plantations. All these plantations are being cultivated since the British Regime in India. Coffee grown here is exported to the USA.

Even in summer when the whole of the state reels under severe high temperatures Lambasingi will be cool comparatively.

Transport

Road

Lambasingi is connected by roads. It is 101 kilometres (63 mi) from vizag,19 kilometres (12 mi)Chintapalle,32 kilometres (20 mi)narsipatnam

Lambasingi Hills Visakhapatnam- Andhra Kashmir

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Lambasingi Andhra Pradesh - Lambasingi also called as Lammasingi is a small village in the Chintaplli Mandal of Vishakapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.

It is situated in the agency area. This place is called the Kashmir of AP (can also be referred as the Kashmir of South India as temperatures in this places go as low as 0°C in December – January). This village is situated at a height of above 1000 meters from the sea level

Snow fall which can hardly be seen in south India can be seen in this place as temperatures no go higher than 10°C and always close to 0°C.

Another name for this Lambasingi village is Korra Bayalu. Korra means ´stick´, Bayalu means ‘outside’, in the local language this means “if some one stays outside the house in the open they will freeze like a stick”.

In the state of Andhra Pradesh Adilabad and Arogyavaram are couple of places that record lowest temperatures. Lammasingi records less than 5°C even in seasons other than winter. You can see sun only after 10 am on any given day and in winters only around 12 but again by 3pm this place will be blanketed by thick fog.

The wind from the forest and the mountains blows from Chintapalli (another place close to Lambasangi) becomes stable at Tajangi valley because of dense trees and water resources. Fog has more humidity because of the abundant water resources and as the fog travels from chintapalli to Tajangi Valley and then to Lambasingi the temperatures in Lambasingi and Tajangi are almost same but in Chintapalli a bit warmer comparatively.

This place has coffee & pepper plantations. All these plantations are being cultivated since the British Regime in India. Coffee grown here is exported to the USA.

Even in summer when the whole of the state reels under severe high temperatures Lambasingi will be cool comparatively.

Transport

Road

Lambasingi is connected by roads. It is 101 kilometres (63 mi) from vizag,19 kilometres (12 mi)Chintapalle,32 kilometres (20 mi)narsipatnam

Rajamalai National Park (Eravikulam National Park) Munnar,Kerala

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Eravikulam National Park (Malayalam: ഇരവികുളം ദേശീയോദ്യാനം) is a 97 km² national park located along the Western Ghats in the Idukki district of Kerala in India, between 10º05'N – 10º20'N latitude and 77º0'E – 77º10'E longitude. See:map.It is the first and largest national park in kerala. Eravikulam National Park is administered by the Kerala Department of Forests and Wildlife, Munnar Wildlife Division, together with the nearby Mathikettan Shola National Park, Anamudi Shola National Park, Pambadum Shola National Park, Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary and the Kurinjimala Sanctuary.The Western Ghats, Anamalai Sub-Cluster, including all of Eravikulam National Park, is under consideration by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee for selection as a World Heritage Site.

Getting there

Nearest railway station: Aluva, about 109 km from Munnar; Angamali, about 108 km from Munnar.
Nearest airport: Madurai (Tamilnadu) about 142 km; Cochin International Airport, about 150 km.
Location

Lattitude:10.196, Longitude: 77.004318

Geography

The main body of the park consists of a high rolling hill plateau with a base elevation of about 2,000 m. The terrain consists of high altitude grasslands interspersed with sholas. Anamudi (2695 m, the highest peak in India south of the Himalayas is inside this park. Many perennial streams criss-cross the park. They merge to form tributaries of the Periyar river and Chalakudiyar River on the west and the east flowing Cauvery River in Tamil Nadu. See:. Lakkom Water falls is in this region.

Fauna

Twenty six species of mammals have been recorded in the park including the largest surviving population of Nilgiri Tahr,[5] estimated at about 750 in number. The other ungulates are Gaur, Indian Muntjac and Sambar Deer. Golden Jackal, Jungle Cat, Wild dog, Dhole, leopard and tiger are the main predators. Some little known animals such as Nilgiri langur, Stripe-necked Mongoose, Indian Porcupine, Nilgiri Marten, small clawed otter, Ruddy Mongoose, and Dusky palm squirrel are also found.[6] Elephants make seasonal visits.

132 species of birds have been recorded which include endemics like Black-and-orange Flycatcher, Nilgiri Pipit, Nilgiri Wood Pigeon, White Bellied Shortwing, Nilgiri Verditer Flycatcher and Kerala Laughingthrush.

Endemic butterflies confined to the shola-grass land ecosystem like the Red Disk Bushbrown and Palni Four wing are among the 101 species in the park.

19 species of amphibians have been recorded in the park.

New species of frog found
A new bright reddish-orange-coloured frog with multiple glands and extremely short limbs has been discovered in the Eravikulam National Park. The newly discovered species is restricted to less than three km2 on the peak of Anamudi and deserves immediate conservation priority, scientists S.D. Biju of Delhi University and Franky Bossuyt of the Free University of Brussels said in Current Science. The frog has been assigned the name Raorchestes resplendens. This frog, as compared to all other members of the genus, has multiple prominent glandular swellings: laterally behind the eyes, on the side of the dorsum, on the anterior side of the vent, on the dorsal side of the forearms and shanks, and on the posterior side of tarsus and metatarsus. Additional distinguishing characteristics include the colour of the iris (which is bright red), and extremely short legs.

Flora
Three major types of plant communities are found in the Park – grasslands, shrublands and forests. The terrain above 2000m is covered primarily by grasslands. However, there are numerous small patches of forests in hollows and gullies in these areas. The deeper valleys are extensively forested. Shrublands predominate along the bases of the cliffs and interspersed in rocky slab areas. The antibacterial Eupatorium glandulosum is found here.

Visitor Information

Private vehicles are not allowed within the park. You can park your vehicle in the parking area by paying a nominal fee and enter the buses. Six mini-buses are operated by park staff as part of the visitor-management programme as well as a pollution-control measure.

In peak season, there are long queues for getting the buses in Eravikulam national Park.So you should reach at least before 830 AM for a comfortable journey to the park. Tickets are issued till 430 PM. INR 65 is charged per head as an entry fee for Indian nationals. Foreign nationals are charged INR 245 per head. Of this amount, INR 75 goes towards the mini-bus. The remaining amount helps the park infrastructure.

The mini-bus takes you on a 30 min. ride up the hills along a scenic view. The bus ride ends at a small photo gallery, a store and has passenger conveniences. From there, visitors are encouraged to take a short trek of around 1.3 km (25–30 min.) to a vantage point. The trek has splendid views of the nearby hills and lets you observe the steep face of the mountain. Once you are back from the trek, return buses take you down the hill to the park entrance.

Littering is banned inside the park. A well formed security wing is working to protect the park day and night. The park is accessible from Kochi (Kerala) and Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) airports, which are located at about 148 km and 175 km respectively. Munnar is the nearest town (13 km), well connected by roads from Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The nearest railway station is Aluva in Kerala (120 km from Munnar) and Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu (165 km).

Elephant Lake in Munnar Kerala

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The Elephant Lake or Anayirangal is a scenic location surrounded by tea plantations and is around 22 km from Munnar. The Lake is named after the herds of wild elephants which come here from the forests to drink water. It's very common to spot a herd of elephants by the waters. Tourists can enjoy the panoramic view of the serene waters along with the backdrop of dense tea estates.

Echo Point Kerala Munar

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Munnar - breathtakingly beautiful - a haven of peace and tranquility - the idyllic tourist destination in God's own country. Set at an altitude of 6000 ft in Idukki district, Munnar was the favored summer resort of the erstwhile British rulers in the colonial days. Unending expanse of tea plantations - pristine valleys and mountains- exotic species of flora and fauna in its wild sanctuaries and forests - aroma of spice scented cool air - yes! Munnar has all these and more. It's the place you would love to visit - it's the place you would wish never to leave- so welcome - log on to munnar.com for all information on Munnar anytime, every time.

MUNNAR - Fact File Altitude : 1600 Mts to 1800 Mts above sea level Tourist Season : August to May Clothing : Warm Clothes and Rain Gear Temperature : Min. 0 c - Max. 25 c

Echo Point is situated around 13 km from the town of Munnar. Apart from an Echo point, the place is also a picnic spot where visitors love to take nature walks along the hill slopes. Tourists can also trek in the nearby tea, coffee and spice plantations. The cool breeze and serene surroundings makes this place favorite among wayfarers.

Munnar in and around Tourist Places

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Mattupetty (13 km from Munnar)
Situated at a height of 1700 Mts ,Mattupetty Mattupetty is famous for its highly specialised dairy farm, the Indo-swiss live stock project. Over 100 varietes of high yielding cattle are reared here.Visitors are allowed into three of the eleven cattle sheds at the farm

Visit Time : 0900 - 1100 hrs and 1400 - 1530 hrs.
Rate : Rs. 5/- per head. ( liable to change)

The Mattupetty lake and dam , just a short distance from the farm, is a very beautiful picnic spot. The sprawling Kundala tea plantations and the Kundala lake are other attractions in the vicinity. DTPC Idukki provides boating facilities on the Mattupetty Dam. Speed Launch and slow speed motor boats are available on hire.

Pothamedu (6 km from Munnar)
Pothamedu offers an excellent view of the tea, coffee and cardamom plantations in Munnar. The rolling hills, the lush mountain and the breathtaking scenery here is ideal for trekking and long mountain walks.

Devikulam (7 km from Munnar) Devikulam
This idyllic hill station with its velvet lawns, exotic flora and fauna and the cool mountain air is a rare experience. The Sita Devi Lake with its mineral waters and picturesque surroundings is a good picnic spot. The lake is also ideal for trout fishing.

Pallivasal (8 km from Munnar)
This is the venue of the first Hydro Electric Project in Kerala and a place of immence scenic beauty.

Attukal (9 km from Munnar)
A panorama of waterfalls and rolling hills, Attukal, located between Munnar and Pallivasal, is a feast for the eyes. The place is also ideal for long treks.

Nyayamakad (10 km from Munnar)
Located between Munnar and Rajamala, Nyayamakad is a land of breathtaking waterfalls. The waters cascade down a hill from a height of about 1600 meters. The enchanting surroundings makes an excellent picnic spot and trekking point.

Chithirapuram (10 km from Munnar)
With its sleepy little cottages, bungalows, old playgrounds and courts, Chithirapuram still exudes an old world charm. Home of the Pallivasal Hydel Power Project, this hill town is also famous for its picturesque tea plantations.

Lock Heart Gap (13 km from Munnar)
This is an ideal place for adventure tourism and trekking. The fresh mountain air, the mist-clad hills and panoramic view make it worthy of a visit.

Rajamala (15 km from Munnar)

The natural habitat of the Niligiri tahr ,Rajamala Rajamala is 2695 Mts above sea level. Half the world's population of the rare mountain goat or tahr which is fast becoming extinct, is now found here.The Niligiri tahr in Rajamala are now to be found in small herds found in Eravikulam-Rajamala region. The total number of Niligiri Tahrs in Rajamala is estimated to be over 1300.

Visiting Time : 0700 - 1800 hrs.
Visitors are not allowed during the monsoon.
Entry Pass : Rs. 10 for adults, Rs. 5 for children below 12 years, Rs. 50 for foreigners.( liable to change)
Permitting Authority : Wild Life DFO, Munnar.

Eravikulam National Park (15 km from Munnar)
The 97 sq. km. park is situated in the Devikulam Eravikulam National ParkTaluk and is home to the Nilgiri Tahr. The Anamudi peak (2695 Mts) is located in the Southern region of the park.

Originally established to protect the Nilgiri tahr (Nilgiri Ibex), the Eravikulam National Park is situated in the Devikulam Taluk of the Idukki District. It was declared as a sanctuary in 1975. Considering the ecological, faunal, floral, geo-morphological and zoological significance, it was declared as a National park in 1978. It covers an area of 97 sq kms of rolling grasslands and high level sholas (evergreen forests). The park is breathtakingly beautiful and is easily comparable to the best mountain ranges found anywhere in the world.

Chinnakanal and Anayirangal Waterfalls

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Near the town of Munnar is Chinnakanal and the waterfalls here, popularly known as Power House Waterfalls, cascade down a steep rock 2000 m above sea level. The spot is enriched with the scenic view of the Western Ghat ranges. When you have traveled about seven kilometers from Chinnakanal, you reach Anayirangal. Anayirangal, 22 km from Munnar, is a lush green carpet of tea plants. A trip on the splendid reservoir is an unforgettable experience. The Anayirangal dam is surrounded by tea plantations and evergreen forests.

Tea Museum Munnar

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Munnar has a legacy of its own when it comes to the origins and evolution of tea plantations. Taking account of this legacy and to preserve and showcase some of the exquisite and interesting aspects on the genesis and growth of tea plantations in Kerala's high ranges, a museum exclusively for tea was opened some years ago by Tata Tea in Munnar. This Tea Museum houses curios, photographs and machineries; all of which have a story to tell on the origins and growth of tea plantations in Munnar. The museum is located at the Nallathanni Estate of Tata Tea in Munnar and is worth a visit.

Nearest railway station: Aluva about 108 km and Angamali, about 109 km Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, via Aluva - Munnar Rd, about 108 km

Location Lattitude:10.091234, Longitude: 77.060051

How to Reach Munnar

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Traveling to Munnar is not at all a problem as there are many ways for reaching Munnar. Munnar is a popular tourist destination and many people throng this beautiful place to relax and unwind. So read on further and know how to reach Munnar. This section shall provide you information about getting to Munnar.

By Air
The closest airports from Munnar are located at Kochi at a distance of 130 kilometers and Madurai at a distance of 142 kilometers.

By Rail
Kochi and Kottayam are the nearest railway stations to Munnar and have a good train service.

By Road
The roads connecting Munnar are pretty well developed and connect this place to all major cities of Kerala. You can hire any local mode of transport like buses, private cabs, etc and reach here.

Shopping in Munnar

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Munnar is essentially a hill station. Hence, there is hardly any scope for shopping in Munnar as such. In Munnar, shopping areas are limited to just small markets and shops that sell small items as souvenirs. You may not find information on where to shop in Munnar. So the question of what to buy in Munnar doesn't quite have an answer.

Munnar is famous for its tea and spices plantations. So if you want, you can buy different varieties of spices and different varieties of tea. You can get the spices packed in small transparent pouches and take them home. Better still, visit a factory and they will be all the more glad to give you free samples of their spices and tea leaves. Apart from that, you can always shop for small handicrafts and other knick-knacks that are easily available in the roadside shacks. While in Munnar, it is better if you look out for the small items that can be given as souvenirs than hunt for branded stuff that are available all around the world.

Places to See in Munnar

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Munnar's charm and splendor attracts people from all over the world. Apart from its natural beauty Munnar boasts of many places which might interest a tourist. Browse through the article to know about the places of tourist interest in Munnar.

Mattupetty
Mattupetty is known for its specialized diary farm which has over 100 varieties of cattle. You are allowed into three of the 11 cattle sheds of the farm. The Mattupetty lake and dam is also at a short distance from the farm and it is one of the popular picnic spots. Mattupetty is 13 km from Munnar. Kundala tea plantations and the Kundala lake are also located close to Mattupetty .
Pothamedu

Pothamedu offers an enchanting view of tea, coffee and cardamom plantations in Munnar. The hills and the mountains is ideal for trekking and mountain walks. Pothamedu is 6 km from Munnar.

Devikulam
Devikulam is a hill station located 7 km from Munnar which is known for its scenic beauty and flora and fauna. The Sita Devi Lake is ideal for picnic and fishing. The Sita Devi Lake is surrounded by lush green hills and attracts tourists not only because of its sacredness but also for the curative powers in its waters.

Rajamala Wild Life Sanctuary
Rajamala Wild Life Sanctuary is located 15 kms from Munnar and is the natural habitat of the Nilgiri Tahr. The Nilgiri is one of the rare mountain goats which are fast becoming extinct. The sanctuary is a part of the Eravilulam Wildlife Sanctuary and the sanctuary is playing a major role in preserving these species. The number of Nilgiri Tahrs in Rajamala is estimated to be over 1300.

Eravikulam National Park
Eravikulam National Park is 15 kms from Munnar and has an area of 97 km². The park is located along the Western Ghats and has the largest viable population of the Nilgiri Tahr. The park also has other animals such as Nilgiri marten, ruddy mongoose, small clawed otter, dusky striped squirrel, Sambar Deer, Golden Jackal, Wild Dog, Indian Porcupine, Funambulus etc. There are many species of birds too such as Nilgiri Wood Pigeon, White Bellied Shortwing, Black-and-orange Flycatcher etc.

CSI Christ Church
The CSI Christ Church was built by the British in 1910 AD. The church is known for its stained glass windows. There are many brass plaques in the church in the memory of the tea planters.

munnar temperature

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Location: Kerala (Idukki District), India
Altitude: 5000-8000 ft above sea level.
Summer Temperature: 25o C (maximum), 15.2o C (minimum)
Winter Temperature: 10o C (maximum), 00 C (minimum)
Average Rainfall: 275 cm
Best Time to Visit: September to May

Munnar enjoys a mild and pleasant climate throughout the year. Munnar attracts tourists because of its charming valleys, tea plantations, mountains and wild life sanctuaries. Summers are pleasant with temperature hovering around 250 C. However, winters are chilly as the temperature may drop as low as 00 C. Read below to know more about the climate and weather of Munnar.

Summers
Summers are mild and pleasant in Munnar. Summers last from April to June. The maximum temperature is around 250 C while the minimum temperature is around 15.20 C. Therefore when you travel to Munnar during summers then do carry some light woolen clothes to protect yourself from the cold weather.

Monsoon
Munnar receives heavy rainfall due to the southwestern monsoon during June and August. The monsoon season must be avoided by travelers who wish to visit Munnar. Monsoons are very beautiful with numerous streams and streamlets in the area.

Winter
Winters are cold and chilly as the temperature drops down to 00 C. It is therefore advised to carry heavy woolens during winters for protection against cold weather. The best season to visit Munnar is during the months of September to May when the rains are not continuous and the weather is perfect for vacation.

Munnar Weather

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Munnar is a beautiful hill town in the state of Kerala. The weather and climate remains pleasant and cool throughout the year. Even during the summer months, the temperature seldom goes beyond 20º C. Therefore, when you travel to Munnar during summer months you will need to carry some light woolen clothes for protection against the cold weather. During winters, the weather and climate of Munnar becomes too cold and sometimes the temperature goes below 0º C.

It is, therefore, advised that you should carry heavy woolens to protect yourself from the biting cold. The best time to visit and explore Munnar is between the months of October and May, when the rains are not continuous. The monsoon months between June and September should be avoided as it rains quite heavily in Munnar and surrounding areas.

Wild Elephant Eco-Friendly Resort - Munnar Resorts

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Address :
Kallar-Mankulam Road
Viripara, Mankulam
Munnar India

Accessibility :
Cochin : 140 KM
Madurai : 150 KM
Theni : 80 KM

Locational Advantage : Wild Elephant Eco-Friendly Resort is located in the proximity of Lechmi Tea Estate.

Description :
Wild Elephant Resort is located nearby the Lechmi Tea Estate. The resort is constructed in an eco-friendly style, so that the green surroundings can be left untouched. One can have a breathtaking view of the valley & mountains from the resort premises. It offers an array of amenities to its guests, to ensure them an absolutely comfortable stay. Unique ambience, unimpeachable services & tranquility are few of the reasons of its popularity among the travelers. Due to the perfect location, Wild Elephant Eco Friendly Resort is an ideal place for nature lovers.

Accommodation :
The resort offers beautiful cottages equipped with all the modern amenities. The cottages are categorized into Bamboo Huts and Mud Houses.

Restaurants :
Wild Elephant Eco Friendly Resort offers tasty, healthy food to the guests from its in-house kitchen.

Services :
• Cable TV • Car Rental Service • Elephant Ride
• Fishing • H/C Running Water • Jacuzzi Hot Tub
• Jungle Trekking • Laundry Service • Nature walk
• Parking • Restaurant • Room Service
• Secretarial Service • Spa • Swimming Pool
• Telephone • Travel Desk Service

The Windermere Estate - Munnar Resorts

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Address :
Pothamedu
Munnar-685612 India

Accessibility :
Cochin : 95 KM
Coimbatore : 156 KM
Madurai : 142 KM

Locational Advantage : The Windermere Estate is located close to Attukal Waterfalls.

Description :
The Windermere Estate is an amazingly beautiful resort in a tranquil area. It offers a panoramic view of tea garden, lush green forests & valleys. The beautiful location, good management, homely atmosphere, these are few of the reasons that most of the travelers prefer residing here. The aim of the resort is to offer all the conveniences, so the guest can enjoy both the ambience as well as the stay. In brief, Windermere Estate is a right place to spend a quality time in Munnar.

Accommodation :
The resort offers a total of 15 well-appointed rooms, including Farm House, Valley View Rooms and Cottages. All of its rooms offer breathtaking view of the valley below.

Restaurants :
Pine Top: A restaurant that serves authentic food from multi-cuisine menu.
The Barn: A lavish dining place where amazing delicacies are served.
Boulder Garden: n ideal place to enjoy bar-be-que dishes and campfire.
Hut: A place to indulge in chit-chat and relax over snacks and beverages.

Services :
• 24 hrs H/C running water • Banquet Hall • Broadband Facility
• Credit Cards Accepted • Currency Exchange • Doctor on Demand
• Fax on Demand • Jungle Trekking • Laundry
• Restaurant • Room Service • Secure Parking
• Travel Desk

Tea Garden Resort - Munnar Resorts

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Address :
Near Pallivasal Power House
Chithirapuram P.O
Munnar-686555 India

Accessibility :
Cochin : 135 KM
Madurai : 155 KM
Munnar : 13 KM

Locational Advantage : Tea Garden Resorts is located adjacent to Pallivassal Power Station.

Description :
Tea Garden Resort is a beautiful resort located close to the Pallivassal Power Station. It is a newly constructed resort, surrounded by tea gardens, mountains & valleys. With matchless architecture, warm hospitality and topnotch services, the resort is sure to please the travelers. In the short span of time, it has created a niche for itself. It is creating new standards in the hospitality industry by offering a balanced blend of traditional style and modern comfort. Tea Garden Resort has every essential facility to make the stay delightful.

Accommodation :
The resort offers accommodation in its excellent 6 Royal Premium Cottages and Rock Houses. It also has a beautifully designed Honeymoon Cottage also for honeymooners. Each room has the facility of private balcony.

Restaurants :
Tea Garden Resort offers delicious, healthy food from its multi-cuisine menu to the guests.

Services :
• Airport Pick/Drop • Boat Transfer • Cable TV
• Direct Dialing STD/ISD Facility • Doctor on Request • Free Room Service
• Hot/Cold running water • Jungle Trekking • Laundry Service
• Multi-cuisine Restaurant • Railway Station Transfer • Safe Box in Room

Cloud 9 Resort - Munnar Resorts

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Address :
Chinnakanal
Munnar-685618 India

Accessibility :
Cochin International Airport : 130 KM
Madurai Airport : 162 KM
Alwaye Railway Station : 120 KM

Locational Advantage : Cloud 9 Resort is located amidst lush tea plantations.

Description :
Cloud 9 Resort is surrounded by lush tea plantations. It is situated in close proximity of the Attukadu Waterfalls. It is a superb combination of traditional architecture & modern amenities. One can have a panoramic view of Chinnakanal waterfalls from the resort premises. It offers all the leisure and corporate facilities to its guests, to keep them at ease. Due to its finest services and traditional warm hospitality, Cloud 9 Resort has become one of leading resorts of the whole region.

Accommodation :
The resort has well-appointed rooms, categorized into Standard Room, Deluxe Room and Suite Room. Each room is beautifully furnished and is outfitted with amenities.

Restaurants :
Cauldron: A multi-cuisine restaurant offering a gamut of scrumptious dishes.
Tea Bites: A 24-hour coffee shop to relax over crunchy snacks and beverages.

Services :
• 24 hrs H/C running water • Coffee Shop • Conference Facilities
• Credit Card Facility • Currency Exchange • Cycling
• Doctor on Demand • Horse Safari • Jungle Trekking
• Laundry Facility • Meditation & Yoga • Multi-cuisine Restaurant
• Nature walk • Safe Vault • Travel Desk Facility

Welcome to Munnar

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Munnar is situated at the influence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, nallathanni and kundala, 1600 m above sea level, this hill station was once the summer resort of the erstwhile british government in south india. Sprawling tea plantations, picturebook towns, winding lanes and holiday facilities make this a popular resort town. Among the exotic flora found in the forests and grasslands here is the neelakurinji. This flower which bathes the hills in blue every twelve years, will bloom next in 2006. Munnar also has the highest peak in south india, anamudi, which towers over 2695m. Anamudi is an ideal spot for trekking.

Area - 1414 sq. Km
Population - 1,990,603 (1991 census)

Places to visit :

Pothamedu - 6 kms from munnar, pothamedu offers an excellent view of the tea, coffee and cardamom plantations in munnar. The rolling hills, the lush mountain and the breathtaking scenery here is ideal for trekking and long mountain walks.

Devikulam - 7 kms from munnar, this idyllic hill station with its velvet lawns, exotic flora and fauna and the cool mountain air is a rare experience. The sita devi lake with its mineral waters and picturesque surroundings is a good picnic spot. The lake is also ideal for trout fishing.

Nyayamakad - 10 kms from munnar: located between munnar and rajamala, nyayamakad is a land of breathtaking waterfalls. The waters cascade down a hill from a height of about 1600 metres. The enchanting surroundings makes an excellent picnic spot and trekking point.

Rajamala - 15 kms from munnar : this is the natural habitat of the nilgiri tahr. Half the world population of the rare mountain goat which is fast becoming extinct, is now found here.

Eravikulam National Park - 15 kms from munnar : the 97 sq. Km park is situated in the devikulam taluk and is home to the nilgiri tahr. The anamudi peak (2695 m ) is located in the southern region of the park.

Excursions :

» Anayirankal - 22 km from munnar
» Chinnar wildlife sanctuary - 60 kms on tamil nadu border
» Thommankuthu.

Munnar Tour package

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Location : In the south Indian State of Kerala, on the high ranges of the western ghats.

Tourist Attractions : Mattupetty, Devikulam, Marayoor, Eravikulam National Park, Lock Heart Gap, Chithirapuram, Anayirangal, Attukal, Nyayamakad, Echo Point, Rajamala, Kundala, Power House Waterfalls, Malankara Reservoir.

Best Activity : Trekking, boating, riding, angling, visit the tea gardens.

Nearby Tourist Destinations : Idukki, Thekkady, Cochin (Kochi), Kumarakom, Madurai.

When to Visit : September to May

About Munnar
Munnar is a picturesque chunk of the lofty Western Ghats in the backwater country of Kerala in South India. The town of Munnar stands at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Munnar is the most ideal place for the tourists looking for trekking, boating, riding, angling and much more all at the same time. The balmy climate of the Munnar will prompt you to laze about and fill your soul with peace and delight.

A haven of peace and tranquillity, Munnar is amazingly beautiful, an idyllic tourist destination in God's own country. At an altitude of 6000 ft, Munnar has been the favoured summer resort since the time of the erstwhile British rulers in the colonial days. Endless belt of tea plantations - pristine valleys and lush mountains - exotic species of flora and fauna in its wild sanctuaries and forests - aroma of spice scented cool air, makes MunnarMunnar one of the selected few travel destinations to laze around. Munnar is the place you would love to visit and never wish to leave.

Major Tourist Attractions in Munnar

Mattupetty
Mattupetty is about 13 km from Munnar in the state of Kerala. Situated at a height of 1700 m, Mattupetty is known for its highly specialised dairy farm, the Indo-Swiss live stock project. Over 100 varieties of high yielding cattle are reared here. The Mattupetty lake and dam, just a short distance from the farm, is an amazing beautiful picnic spot. The sprawling Kundala tea plantations and the Kundala lake are other attractions in the vicinity. You can also try boating at the Mattupetty Dam, provided by DTPC Idukki.

Devikulam
At a distance of 7 km from Munnar, Devikulam is an idyllic hill station with its velvet lawns, exotic flora and fauna and the cool mountain air is a rare experience you can feel here. The Sita Devi Lake with its mineral waters and picturesque surroundings is a good picnic spot. The lake is also ideal for trout fishing.

Pallivasal
Pallivasal is the venue of the first Hydro Electric Project in Kerala and a place of immense scenic beauty, situated at a distance of 8 km from Munnar.

Eravikulam National Park
Eravikulam National Park is located at a distance of 15 km from Munnar in the state of Kerala. The 97 sq. km. park is situated in the Devikulam Taluk and is home to the Nilgiri Tahr. Originally established to protect the Nilgiri tahr (Nilgiri Ibex), the Eravikulam National Park is situated in the Devikulam Taluk of the Idukki District. It was declared as a sanctuary in 1975. Considering the ecological, faunal, floral, geo-morphological and zoological significance, it was declared as a National park in 1978. The park is breathtakingly beautiful and is easily comparable to the best mountain ranges found anywhere in the world.

Malankara Reservoir
Located about 6 kms from Thodupuzha on the Thodupuzha - Moolavattom road, this artificial lake is accessible by road. The reservoir is ideal haunt for the tourists looking for boating and fishing

Lock Heart Gap
Waterfalls near MunnarThis is an ideal place for adventure tourism and trekking, located about 13 kms from Munnar. The fresh mountain air, the mist-clad hills and panoramic view make it worthy of a visit.

Attukal
Attukal is about 9 km from Munnar. A panorama of waterfalls and rolling hills, Attukal, located between Munnar and Pallivasal, is a feast for the eyes. The place is also ideal for long treks.

Nyayamakad
Located between Munnar and Rajamala, at a distance of 10 kms form Munnar, Nyayamakad is a land of breathtaking waterfalls. The waters cascade down a hill from a height of about 1600 m. The enticing surroundings makes an excellent picnic spot and trekking point.

Getting There
Air : Nearest airport at Kochi (Cochin) at a distance of 130 kms.
Rail : Nearest railheads are at Kochi (130 kms) and Kottayam (142 kms).
Road : Munnar is well connected to all the major cities of Kerala and south India. Some nearby road destinations are - Idukki 60 km, Kundala 28 km, Thekkady 110 km, Vaiga Dam 105 km, Devikulam 7 km, Mattupetty 13 km.

Accommodation
Accommodations are plenty here. The available accommodation ranges between luxury and budget. The hotels are well equipped with all modern facilities and services to provide the ultimate satisfactions to all types of tourists coming from all over. The hotels set amidst the soothing climate are the best option to spend your holidays.

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Kundala Dam - Kerala -Munnar

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Kundala Dam is an artificial reservoir lying about 20 km from Munnar. The dam benefits the Kundala town - a charming town in Idukki District of Kerala. Kundala Dam is relatively a small dam having curved shape. A narrow road on the top of the dam offers a panoramic view of the catchment area of the Kundala Dam. The reservoir adjoined to the Kundala Dam has boating facilities. Kundala Lake and Aruvikkad Waterfall are the nearby attractions of this tourist spot. Kottayam Railway Station lies about 114 km, which is the nearest railhead of the Kundala Dam.

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Nyamakad

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(10 km from Munnar): Located between Munnar and Rajamala, Nyayamakad is a land of breathtaking waterfalls. The waters cascade down a hill from a height of about 1600 metres. The enchanting surroundings makes an excellent picnic spot and trekking point.

Nyayamakad Located between Munnar and Rajamala, 10km away from Munnar. The captivating surroundings make an outstanding picnic spot and trekking point. Nyayamakad is a land of scintillating waterfalls with water cascading down from a height of around 1,600 metres. Pallyvasal Hydel Power Project and the tea plantations are other attractions.

Pallivasal

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Distance: 8 km from Munnar
Pallivasal is the first Hydro electric project in Munnar. It is a bewitching place that makes a good spot to spend a quiet evening by the side of natural lake.

Munnar Tourism

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Munnar is one of the most popular hill resorts of South India. In the vicinity of Munnar, there are several places of interest to the serious researcher, genuine naturalist and the wandering tourist.

Mattupetty (13 kms from Munnar) :
The Indo-Swiss project, taking care of over 100 varieties of high yielding cattle is one of the largest of such ventures in India. The visitors are allowed into 3 of the 11 cattle sheds in the farm. The Mattupetty Lake and dam nearby is a popular picnic spot. The boating facilities, including speed launch and motorboats provided by the District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) and the sight of the sprawling tea plantations, besides the farm, make this place a must-see destination to the Munnar tourist. A beautiful garden with over 250 varieties of roses, 64 varieties of dianthus, innumerable dahlias etc, is an added attraction.

Kundala (28 kms from Munnar) :
The Sethuparvathy Dam constructed in 1946 as a part of Pallivasal Hydro Electric Project is a ravishing sight. The tranquillity of the place will never fade from the memory of the tourists to this spot. Cherry blossoms which appear twice a year and kurinji flowers which bloom once in twelve years colour dreams even years after you leave the place. Pedal boats and kashmiri shikaras are made available to the tourists to make the memories of their visit everlasting.

Echo Point (15 km from Munnar) :
On the way to Top Station from Munnar is a small lake set amidst rolling hills. Every loud call made from a spot on the lake embankment is returned manifold by the echo from the surrounding hills. Young tourists throng to this place to listen to the echoes of their friendship calls.

Top Station (32 km from Munnar) :
The sight of Tamilnadu state spread before you on the east and the distant sight of the Arabian sea on the west will remain etched in your memory once you stand at this point which is the highest on the Munnar-Kodaikanal road.

Power House Waterfalls (17 kms from Munnar) :
There is a lovely waterfalls, which emanates from the legendary 'Sita Devi Kulam' near Devikulam, believed to have been the bathing place of 'Sita' wife of 'Rama' of Ramayana (the epic story that works even now as the cultural unifying foundation of several nationalities in South-east Asia). The visitors to the waterfalls believe that the medicinal and curing powers of the water will act as a natural massage and have curing properties.

Lock Heart Gap (13 km from Munnar) :
The panoramic view of Bison valley and other sleepy little villages thousands of feet below, wrapped in mist most of the time, on one side and steep rocky slopes with abundant wild flowers on the other side make this stretch of Kochi-Madurai National Highway an unforgettable experience.

Anayirankal (27 kms from Munnar) :
Sprawling tea gardens surrounded by evergreen forests on the slopes of high mountain ranges make the Anayirankal Lake and Dam a very popular picnic spot. Herds of elephants often visit the lake to quench their thirst giving the visitors a rare opportunity of seeing elephants in open place from safe vantage points.

Pallivasal (8 kms from Munnar) :
The unparalleled beauty of nature and the astonishing heights of human achievements meet at the site of the first hydro electric project of Kerala. A visit to this place will satiate the body and the mind and will be etched in the mind forever.

Attukad (9 kms from Munnar) :
On the way from Munnar to Pallivasal, nestling amidst the misty mountains, is Attukad, an ideal place for long treks. Cascading waterfalls, rolling hills and wooded valleys enchant you and refuse to leave your memory for years to come.

Chithirapuram(10 kms from Munnar) :
The middle ages charm of cottages bungalows and courts with the greenery all around captivate the visitor. Pallivasal Hydel-Power Project and scenic tea plantations are the crowd-pullers.

Meesapulimala (25 kms from Munnar) :
The second highest peak in Kerala (2650 metres), offering a splendid view of Tamil Nadu spread out below, is reachable via 'Silent Valley', a picturesque tea plantation area. Idukki, Mattuppetty and Anayirankal reservoirs can be viewed from this spot on clear days.

Rajamala (15 km from Munnar) :
The Nilgiri tahr, a very rare type of mountain goat (Hemitragas bylocres) , on the verge of extinction. Half the world population of this rare goat is seen in and around Rajamala. The kurinji flowers blooming once in twelve years abound here. The combination of these two rare sights will make any visitor come again and again to this place.

Vagavarai (24 kms from Munnar) :
The hill slopes (Varai) covered with well-kept tea gardens seasonally don bright red colours when the Vaga trees (Abhizzia Lebbek) bloom all over the place. Between Chattamunnar check post and the Tata tea factory at Vagavarai, hundreds of these trees bloom simultaneously making up an unforgettable sight for weeks. Vagavarai is famous for the first pepper and orange plantations in Kerala and is also home to the first mini hydel project of the state.

Nyamakad (10 kms from Munnar) :
On the way to Rajamala from Munnar is another paradise of woodlands and waterfalls. This is a popular picnic spot with perennial waterfalls and refreshing greenery.

Anamudi (15 kms from Munnar) :
Rising to a height of 2695 metres, this is the highest mountain peak south of the Himalayas. For those who like mountaineering and related adventures and for the researchers in rare plants, this is one of the finest places to visit.

Eravikulam (17 km from Munnar) :
A placid lake land-locked by the misty mountains, grass lands with fascinating tiny flowers, and some rare near-extinct animals are the star attractions on this world renowned national park. Anamudi, the highest peak in South India (2695 Mtrs) is a part of the park.

Pothamedu (6 kms from Munnar) :
These hills, covered with 'patha grass' are breathtakingly beautiful and most suited for trekking and rock climbing. The vast tea gardens, coffee plantations and cardamom planted woodlands unfold before the climber a soul-filling sight he will never forget.

Marayoor (42 kms from Munnar) :
The relics and remnants of a new stone-age culture (caves, paintings and under ground tunnels) and places connected with the legendary wanderings of 'Rama and Sita' (Ramayana) and the 'Pandavas' (the Mahabharata) make this place important historically archaeologically. The largest concentration of high-quality natural sandal wood trees and a sandal wood factory are the present day attractions.

Rajamala Wildlife Santuary

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Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary, one of the leading tourist attractions in Kerala, is located 15 kms away from Munnar. Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary is really the natural habitat of the Nilgiri Tahr. Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary houses half the world’s population of this rare mountain goat. The Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary is an attempt to preserve this rare species of the goat family, which is fast approaching extinction.

Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary is a part of the Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary. Visitors are only allowed to go inside the tourism area in the Rajamala region. This method is adopted in order to restore harmony and sanctify the natural habitat that facilitates the process of conservation of these wild animals. The total number of Nilgiri Tahrs in Rajamala is estimated to be 1317.

If you are an animal lover and enjoy their company, then you must go and visit Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary. The Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary provides refuge to different forms of wildlife in Kerala and provides tourists with an opportunity to see these rare creatures in their natural surroundings. Wildlife sanctuaries are made to conserve the animals that are on the verge of extinction. The wildlife sanctuaries in Kerala help the tourists to come closer to these creatures and observe their habit and habitats. Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary is considered as one of the best wildlife sanctuaries in Kerala which has a perfect ambience to make the spot enjoyable for every visitor

Rajamala Hills Munnar

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Fifteen km from Munnar , the famous hill station of Kerala, is the beautiful Rajamala. The natural habitat of the Nilgiri Tahr (Hemitragas hylocres), the Eravikulam - Rajamala region is now home to half the world population estimated at around 1300 - of this endangered mountain goat. But the Tahr is only one of the reasons to make a visit to Rajamala. The picturesque beauty of this mountain will make you want to tent here forever!

Accessing Munnar :

Air : Cochin international airport, 130 km away and in neighboring Tamil Nadu, Madhurai airport, 142 km away.

Rail : Kottayam railway station, 142 km away

Road: Distance from Munnar to some tourist centres :
Goa: 930 km; Chennai: 600 km; Malampuzha: 230 km, Kodaikkanal: 195 km, Kumarakom: 160 km, Top station: 34 km, Anamudi: 20 km.