Why is Munnar famous for?
Known for its evergreen tea plantations, the hills of Munnar with their rolling beauty and charm can cast a magical spell on the visitors! While most of the hills are adorned with tea plantations, some are enchanted by mesmerising waterfalls, lush vegetation and lot more.
What is Munnar also known as?
Munnar, IPA: [muːn̪ːɐːr], is a town and hill station on Western Ghats mountain ranges located in the Idukki district of the southwestern Indian state of Kerala. Munnar is also called the “Kashmir of South India” and is a popular honeymoon destination.
Is Munnar safe to visit?
We at KeralaHolidays.com have been receiving questions from a lot of potentional travellers “Is Munnar safe to visit?” Let us tell you, Munnar is absolutely safe to visit.
Do we get alcohol in Munnar?
You can procure liquor from the shops run by the government owned Kerala State Beverages Corporation (at least two outlets in Munnar) and carry them with you. Please do note that there would be long queues in front of the outlets in the morning and in the evenings.
Who built Munnar?
Munnar came to be known to the outside world in the 1870s with the visit of the British Resident of the then Travancore kingdom John Daniel Munro. Munro, who visited the place as part of settling the border dispute between Travancore and the nearby state of Madras literally fell for the beauty of the region.
Is Munnar safe for unmarried couples?
Yes, it is completely legal for an unmarried couple to stay in a hotel in Munnar. However there are some terms and conditions for the same: 1. The guest must be at least 18 years of age at the time of check-in.
Which is best place Ooty or Munnar?
Ooty is a better town and provides better facilities compared to Munnar. The nearest rail head for Munnar is Alwaye / Angamaly and is around 110KM away. Cochin is the nearest airport to Munnar, while Coimbatore is the one for Ooty.
