Indian Places

Friday 3 August 2012

Munnar


       Munnar is Kerala’s premium hill station. A hill station transcending excellence – Munnar is surrounded by gently undulating hills swathed in the soothing green of vast tea estates makes it perfect tourist destination in south India. Situated at an altitude of 1600 m above sea level, its bracing climate with the laid back atmosphere and its delightfully refreshing colonial air makes it the most sought-after destinations.

Kerala itself is called God’s own country, with National Geographic Traveler selecting it as ‘One of 50 must see destinations of a lifetime’ and ‘One of the 10 paradises of the World’. And Munnar is the most popular spot in Kerala. The holiday facilities, peaceful environment and the tranquillity that it provides make it the perfect serenity spot to rejuvenate and revive the most jaded of travellers.


























  Munnar Church

          The CSI church in Munnar was Established in 1910 but the cemetery nearby precedes it. For so many Englishmen who lived and loved this place like home, this is their resting place. Most famous among the tombs here is that of Isabelle May, a descendant of Edward Brabazon, First Baron of Ardee.
The church itself is a beauty and has an old world charm about it. Built out of stone, it has stained glass windows and still retains the original pews. Also known as Christ church, it is worth visiting in Munnar, and definitely so during Christmas.





vattavada village








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