Fascinating Viewpoints in Munnar

Located at an altitude ranging from 5000 to 8000 feet in the Kannan Devan Hills, Munnar is one of the renowned hill stations in India and a key destination in Kerala tour packages. Commonly known as the ‘Kashmir of the South’, this unspoiled hill town is celebrated for its vast tea plantations, misty hills, pleasant climate, stunning waterfalls, varied wildlife, and impressive cliffs. Additionally, Munnar is embellished with many enchanting viewpoints surrounded by verdant foliage and thick forests, offering peace and solitude away from the urban hustle. This blog will guide you through the various viewpoints in Munnar, showcasing the finest vistas included in the Munnar tour packages.

Pothamedu Viewpoint

Nestled among the tea plantations and rolling hills, Pothamedu Viewpoint stands out as one of the most sought-after places to visit in Munnar, where visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. This viewpoint provides a magnificent panorama of the Kannan Devan Hills in the Munnar region, along with stunning vistas of the adjacent tea gardens. Furthermore, it serves as a perfect location to experience breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. On clear days, one can also observe the Muthirapuzha River and the Idukki Arch Dam. The site is conveniently reachable by road from Munnar, leading you across an old bridge and along narrow roads that offer picturesque views. For those who enjoy trekking, there is an opportunity to hike through the enchanting cardamom, coffee, and tea plantations to arrive at this viewpoint as part of the Munnar family packages.

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Top Station

Located on Kerala – Tamilnadu border, Top Station is one of the highest points in Munnar, and among the prime places to visit as part of Munnar 2-day tour. Perched at an altitude of 2200 meters, the viewpoint at Top Station offers picturesque views of the Kannan Devan Hills, the valleys all around, the misty mountains and distant waterfalls. Also, the place is known for its rare Neelakurinji plants, which bloom only once in 12 years, and envelope the hills in a bright blue colour. Besides, Top Station is also a wonderful trekking destination in Munnar, among the top hill stations in Kerala.

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Echo Point

Situated on the way to Top Station, Echo Point is a lovely place between Mattupetty Dam and Kundala Lake. This scenic place got its name from the natural echo that one can hear resonating in the undulating hills.  Placed at an altitude of 600 feet, the panoramic view of mist clad hills and pleasing mountain breeze makes Echo Point worth visiting places in Munnar, among the most popular hill stations near Kochi. Also, one can indulge in a peaceful walk around the gentle slopes of the hills here or go for boating in the serene waters of the lake. Besides, the place is a paradise for birdwatchers, as many people come here to get a glimpse of the vibrant species of native and migratory birds as part of Munnar 3 day tour.

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Lockhart Gap / Lock Heart Gap

Lock Heart Gap is one of the stunning places in Munnar situated on Munnar – Madurai (or Munnar – Thekkady) road. Also known as Lockhart Gap, it is one of the important places to visit as part of Munnar tour from Madurai. The place got its name from a gap located between two mountains which looks like the shape of a heart which can be witnessed from this vantage point. With fresh air and mist clad tea garden hills, the place provides a panoramic view of the mountains and valleys of Munnar that one should not miss on your Munnar Honeymoon Packages. Besides, Lock Heart Tea Estate is another nearby attraction that provides wonderful opportunity to learn tea dust making process.

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Kallipara Sunset Point

Kallipara Sunset Point is a splendid viewpoint located at Vithikudy near Munnar and among the prime places to visit as part of Munnar Leisure Packages. A pure off-road drive to Kallipara gives you to experience a colorful sunset with a breathtaking view of the Anayirangal Dam. One can reach Kallipara on a 4WD jeep through the lush cardamom forests and the ride takes you about 20 minutes and this is followed by a 30-minute trek uphill to the sunset point, is one of the most adventurous activities to do in Munnar, among the most scenic hill stations near Coimbatore. Also, the trek uphill with the view of greenery interrupted with gushing streams in the valley below, and a culmination at the Shola sunset point is an ecstatic activity as part of Kerala Tour Packages.

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