On of the most beautiful hill stations of South India, Munnar is located in Idukki district of Kerala. Munnar is situated at an altitude of 1,600 m (6,000 ft) above sea level, at the confluence of the mountain streams of Muthirappuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Often referred to as the ‘Switzerland of India’, Munnar is known for its natural surroundings and old-world architecture. 
Since the British rule in India, the hill station is surrounded by lush tea gardens. The thick forest cover, wild jungles with indomitable elephant herds add more to the unparalleled beauty of Munnar. Besides, the bluish tint of the Neelakkurinji Mountains and the wet pleasant climate throughout the year, made the hill station more picturesque and charming.
Close to Munnar is the Eravikulam National Park which is home to Nilgiri Tahr. Munnar is also known for the Neelakurini, a rare orchid that blooms once in 12 years. For the discerning traveller, monsoons is the perfect season to visit Munnar. During monsoon Munnar offers a perfect setting to be one with nature and experience its unique creations. Silence pervades the atmosphere of Munnar, hence it makes a perfect gateway to the God’s Own Country, Kerala.
Munnar is easily and only accessible by road. A scenic four-hour drive (130 km) from Cochin or a 4.5 hours drive from Kottayam takes one to Munnar. Nearest airports from Munnar are Kochi (130 km), Coimbatore (156 km), Madurai (142 km), Kozhikode (287 km) and Thiruvananthapuram (302 km). Nearest railway stations from Munnar are Kochi, Kottayam, Madurai and Thiruvananthapuram.
