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Munnar a hill station on the western ghats has lakes, reservoirs, forests and tea estates. There is a wildlife sanctuary in Eravikulam - Rajamala area and the Chinnar sanctuary.
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Kerala, the state with the highest amount of literates in India, is situated on the south-west coast of India, sandwiched between the Lakshadweep Sea and the Western Ghats. It is a green fertile land dotted with rice fields, coconut palms, cahewnut trees and mango farms.
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How to reach
The nearest airport and railway stations at Kochi (130 kms). Other alternative is Madurai (in Tamil Nadu 162 kms) Taxis and Bus services are available.
Places to see
DTPC provides boating facilities at Old Munnar. These include row and pedal boats, motor boats and launches. Bicycles are also provided on hire. Tea factory visits to any unit of Tata Tea Ltd. is also possible with prior appointment. A very interesting entertainment option is Munnar sightseeing and golf helicopter holiday.
Courses of 3-5 days are conducted by trained instructors of National Adventure Foundation.
Eravikulam National Park
Various species of mammals have been recorded in the park including Nilgiri Tahr, Gaur, Indian Muntjac and Sambar Deer. Golden Jackal, Jungle Cat, Wild dog, Dhole, leopard and tiger are the main predators. Anamudi (2695 m, the highest peak in India south of the Himalayas is inside this park. Many perennial streams criss-cross the park.
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
The spectacular Thoovanam water falls lie deep within the Sanctuary on the Pambar River. Many species of mammals like Panthers and Spotted deer, Elephants, Gaur, Tigers, Sambar Deer, Common langur, Bonnet Macaque, Hanuman monkey, threatened Nilgiri Tahr,etc are seen here. The Marayoor Sandalwood forest is located here.
