Article and Photo by Samitava Dutta

Munnar rises 6000 feet above sea level, this hill station was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India. Sprawling tea plantations, picturesque towns, winding lanes, and holiday facilities make this a popular resort town. Munnar also has the highest peak in South India,

Munnar – breathtakingly beautiful – a haven of peace and tranquility – the idyllic tourist destination in God’s own country.

Kolkata to Munnar – How to reach
1: Fly to Kochi, Taxi, 7 hrs,
Kolkata Airport (CCU) – Kochi Airport (COK) by flight, 4 hrs,
Kochi – Munnar by taxi, 3 hrs,

2: Fly to Coimbatore, Taxi, 9 hrs,
Kolkata Airport (CCU) – Coimbatore Airport (CJB) by flight, 4 hrs,
Coimbatore – Munnar by taxi, 4 hrs,

3: Howrah Jn – Ernakulam Jn by train, 38 hrs,
Aluva – Munnar by taxi, 3 hrs,