Kolukkumalai Tea Estate in Munnar

The Kolukkumalai Tea Estate in Munnar is yet another must to visit destination in Munnar which would give you an unforgettable travel experience. The Kolukkumalai Tea Estate which is situated around 35 km away from Munnar is situated on a precipitous ridge above the scorching plains of Tamil Nadu. The tea estate is situated around 8000 feet above sea level and is one of the highest tea estate in the World.

The tea produced at Kolukkumalai Tea Estate is well known for its amazing flavour and is of high demand. The processing of the tea is done at the top of the hill at around 7500ft and the tea processing takes place in factories that was  built in the 1930s. The visit to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate in Munnar is an amazing adventure experience as the drive up to the top of the mountain would leave you with a crazy travel experience. The best way of transportation mode is to hire a Jeep which is the best to climb the roads filled with mud and stone and moreover bumpy.

Once you get on the top of the mountain, you will witness one of the most amazing nature beauty you have ever seen and if you have a camera don't forget to take the beautiful snaps. Since it takes almost 90 minutes journey from Munnar, make sure that you take all the necessary items that is required for a adventure ride through the mountains.

5 Reasons Why I Love to Visit Munnar Again and Again

Munnar hill stations are one of the most perfect holiday destinations in Kerala and you would not become bored of Munnar despite visiting it frequently.  In my experience I have visited Munnar around 12 times so far and I still love to visit Munnar again and again. Most of the people have this same experience as they never get tired of visiting Munnar. Munar tour packages and plans always thrill everyone due to various factors and at the peak of the tourist season in Munnar you can see travellers from across the World visiting this beautiful hill stations.

Here are 5 of the major reasons that make Munnar hill stations one of my favourite tourist destinations in Kerala.

1) Natural Beauty
Natural beauty has been the hall mark of Munnar and it is one of the major reason why Munnar hill stations attract a huge amount of travellers. You would always love to watch the natural beauty of Munnar and it would always offer you a good photo session. The photos of Munnar hills which looks like covered by green blanket are a treat for all and you cannot experience this amazing beauty in any other part of Kerala. The natural beauty also offers a perfect Munnar sightseeing experience.

2) Cool Climate
Munnar's cool climate and weather conditions had made it the summer destination for the British rulers in the past and still the amazing climate in Munnar makes it a top tourist destination in Kerala. The hill stations of Munnar experiences a cool climate throughout the year and is also known as the "Kashmir of the South".

3) Rich Flora and Fauna
Munnar boasts of a rich and amazing range of flora and Fauna and you can see some of the most rare and unique plant and animal species in Munnar.  Munnar also has a well-known wildlife sanctuary which attracts a lot of travellers. The neelakurinji flower species which blossoms once in every 12 years.

4) Affordable Accommodation
Even though there are a number of top class hotels and resorts in Munnar, you would not find any difficulty in getting an affordable accommodation. The reason is that there are a lot of economy hotels and lodges which makes accommodation in Munnar affordable to all.

5) Trekking Spots
Munnar is one of the major adventure destinations in Kerala and one of the major adventure item that I have enjoyed in Munnar is trekking. There are some exceptional trekking spots in Munnar which would give you a memorable adventure experience.

5 Beautiful Photos of Munnar Tea Plantations

The tea plantations in Munnar are one of the major factor that adds beauty to this amazing hill station. The tea plantations have been there for a long time and these tea plantation looks like a green blanket covering Munnar. The picturesque tea plantations in Munnar also offers jobs to a large number of people. Majority of  the tea plantations have been overtaken by TATA Tea Company, but still these tea plantations are one of the major attractions of Munnar Hills.

Whenever you hear the name "Munnar", the images of the tea plantations are the first thing that runs to your mind. The tea plantations at Munnar is a photographer's delight and the atmosphere around these tea plantation is one the most perfect for a romantic holiday session. At the tea plantation you can see the workers collecting the leaf for further processing and you will understand how difficult it is to get the tea powder in the form of what you get from a shop.

Lets have a look at 5 of the most beautiful photos of Munnar tea plantation which I have got from some other sources on the net. Hope you enjoy it.

5 Amazing Photos of Munnar Hills

Munnar is one of the most beautiful hill station in south India and is among Kerala's top tourist destination. Munnar hill station has a pleasant climate except for the monsoon seasons and has everything to make a perfect hill station vacation spot. Exploring Munnar is a never ending process as Munnar hills has a lot to offer for the tourists.

Here are some of the good photos of Munnar, which was taken by one of my friend during his trip to Munnar hills. I would like to share 5 of the best photos og Munnar hill station that he took while on his trip to Munnar. Hope you all enjoy this.

Asiatic Elephants at Eravikulam, Munnar (Video)

Eravikulam National Park is one of the major attractions of Munnar. The national park in the hill stations of Munnar is home to a wide variety of wild animals and birds. One such amazing wild animal species is the Asiatic elephants that are present at Eravikulam national park in Munnar.

The Asiatic elephants at Munnar are one of the best wildlife scenes to be viewed and people travel to Eravikulam to have a glimpse of these Asiatic elephants. There elephants roam about in the forest in groups and at times they may turn violent. But most of the time the Asiatic elephants in Munnar turn violent due to some provocations which is created by human beings. While going through Youtube video clips, I saw a small but beautiful video clip and thought to share it on my blog. Hope you enjoy this video by indiavideo.org.

Current Weather in Munnar Not the Best for Tourism

The current weather in Munnar is not the best for tourism, as Munnar is experiencing heavy rainfall on behalf of the monsoon in Kerala. It may be a better weather condition if you are just aiming to take some snaps of the rain in Munnar. But if you are planning your Munnar trip to explore the beauty of this beautiful and amazing hill station, then the current weather in Munnar would not be helping you out in any way.

Kerala usually experience monsoon season from June to September and most of the places in Kerala receive heavy rainfall during this period. Munnar also receives a good amount of monsoon rain during this time and as a result you would not be able to freely wander around in Munnar during the rainy season. This would take away the enjoyment of your Munnar tour and you may repent on your decision. In the current weather situation in Munnar, you may also find it difficult to reach there as you would have to come face to face with some bad roads and other natural disasters such as landslide and heavy winds.

If you really like to enjoy the beauty of Munnar, then it is better you plan you tour during the months of October to February. These months offers a pleasant climate which is most suited for tourism and you would be able to enjoy the beauty of Munnar at its best. Plan you trip to Munnar during the above mentioned time and book a room in any of the hotels or resorts in Munnar to make your stay at Munnar more comfortable. During these months there would not be any serious rains and this would help you in exploring Munnar hill stations in a much better way.

So just wait a few months and allow the current weather in Munnar to change, in order to visit Munnar. Till then you can explore other tourist destinations that are worth watching during the monsoon season in Kerala.

The Kannan Devan Tea Museum at Munnar Hills

The Kannan Devan Tea Museum is India's  first ever tea museum and located at Kannan Deven Hill Planatation’s Nullatanni estate in Munnar, which is hardly a few kilometers away from Munnar Town. The Tea Museum in Munnar is one of the most unique attraction in Munnar and if you ever visit Munnar Hill Stations, then make sure that you don't miss out on visiting the Kannan Devan tea museum.

The fee for entering the museum is Rs 50 and first you would be taken to a place where you can watch a documentary film which narrates the history of Munnar and the Kannan Devan tea estate. There would also be a person who would give you an awareness on how the tea powder is created from the leaves of tea. On the factory floor you can see live how the tea powder is being created from the leaves and this is scene that is worth watching.

The museum also contains a collection of antiques and other belongings of the estate employees in the British era.
The tea museum at munnar clearly tells us about the growth of the century old tea plantations. There is also an iron-age burial urn from the 2nd century BC that was exhumed near Periakanal Estate in the 1970s.  The Kannan Devan Tea Museum really adds flavour to the tourism indsutry in Munnar, as a lot of tourist visit this tea museum and tea processing unit.