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Munnar is a famous hill station located 130 kms from Kochi in the state of Kerala.
Munnar valley was developed by the Scottish planters in the early 20th century. The tea plantations is an important feature of Munnar. The plantations stand at heights from 4300 ft to 6100 ft above sea level.
Munnar meaning "Three rivers" is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams Muthirappu (Kannimalayar), Nallathanni and Kundala and is a delightful, small hill station.
Munnar hills are situated at an altitude of 5000 to 8000 ft above sea level was once the summer resort of the British Government in South India.
Munnar is famous for its tea plantations, coffee and cardamom plantations |
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cachaseiro Sat Jun 21, 2008 17:04 UTC that looks like a really good place for some hiking. | robertgaz Sat Jun 21, 2008 03:21 UTC Walking the hills of Munnar would be wonderful :~) |
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