About Munnar
Alleppey to Munnar distnce : 162 km
Estimated travel time : 5 hours
Alleppey to Munnar is a very popular route that is full of beauty of virgin hills, scenic sceneries and mesmerizing experiences. Known as "Kashmir of South India", Munnar is a charming hill station located in the Idukki district of Kerala.
In the lap of the western ghat, Munnar blooms at the banks of three rivers, Mattupetti, Nallathanni and Periavaru. The sprawling tea plantations rolling hills, scenic valleys, numerous streams, huge splashy waterfalls like Lakkam, Attukal, Nyayamakad, Chinnakkal, Kuthumkal, Cheeyapara, Valara and Thoovanam and so many other exclusives sites make Munnar the house nature. The charming hill station about 1600m above had been It is a very popular destination for honeymoon trips and an ideal place for adventure travellers, with many outdoor activities such as trekking and paragliding. The town is also famous for Neelakurinji, a rare plant which flowers only once in twelve years that is rare of rare moment to see the rare beauty of the nature.
Taxi from Alleppey to Munnar is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Alleppey to Munnar by car is well connected through NH85 and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Alleppey to Munnar distance is 162 Km and is 5 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Kumarakom - Famous for its backwaters and houseboat cruises, Kumarakom is a popular stopover destination.
2. Kottayam - Known as the gateway to the backwaters of Kerala, Kottayam is a historically significant place with numerous churches and temples.
3. Peerumedu - A small hill station located en route to Munnar, Peerumedu offers beautiful landscapes, waterfalls, and plantations.
4. Thekkady - Home to the Periyar National Park, Thekkady is a wildlife sanctuary renowned for its elephant herds and boat cruises on the Periyar Lake.
5. Ramakkalmedu - A picturesque hill station with stunning panoramic views of the valleys and the wind farm, Ramakkalmedu is worth a stop.
6. Chinnakanal - Known for its cascading waterfalls, tea gardens, and scenic landscapes, Chinnakanal offers a peaceful break during the journey.
7. Anayirangal Dam Reservoir - A tranquil spot surrounded by tea gardens and forests, the Anayirangal Dam Reservoir is perfect for a short break.
Tourist Attractions
Atukkad Waterfalls
Echo Point
Pothamedu Viewpoint
Photo Point
Tea Museum
Rajamalai / Eravikulam National Park
Top Station
Kundala Lake
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Elephant Arrival Spot
Chinnakanal Waterfalls / Power House Falls
Lock Heart Gap / Lockhard Gap
Chokramudi Peak
Marayoor
Mattupetty Dam
Kolukkumalai Tea Estate
Wonder Valley Adventure and Amusement Park
Indo Swiss Dairy Farm
Rose Garden
Blossom Park
Meesapulimala
Lakkam Waterfalls / Lakkom Falls
Rock climbing and rappelling
Mattupetti Indo-Swiss Farm
Chithirapuram
Floriculture Centre
Anamudi Peak
The Christ Church
Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
Cheeyappara Waterfalls
Valara Waterfalls
Kalari Kshethra
Pallivasal Falls
Nyayamakad Waterfalls
Kuthumkal Waterfalls
Sevenmallay Tea Estate
Pallivasal Tea Garden
Devikulam