Sep 21, 2005 10:16 PM
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(Updated Sep 21, 2005 10:16 PM)
I would like to recommend Munnar as one of best place for a calm getaway.
Also would like to recommend KTDC Tea County resort.
We had chosen Munnar as my honeymoon destination mainly because of proximity (we are from kerala) and because it is not as crowdy as Kodai or Ooty. We wanted a place where which has cool climate and which is not that commercialized. I had narrowed down to Gangtok, Vythiri and Munnar. Atlast due of lack of leave, we zeroed down to Munnar. And we did not repent the decision!
TIme of our visit was last week of August and yes it was raining. I would advice one to choose anytime after Sept since you would find it rainy then. We got chance to visit some nearby places.
I would suggest that incase you are coming for a short visit (or honeymoon trip), you can try Rajamala(reach there by 2-3PM), Top point and boating near echopoint.
We got a wonderful stay at KTDC Tea County. My friend had earlier recommended this place and I found it to live up to the expectations. It is surprising how KTDC has inproved its services (I guess they had to lest they would loose out on competition). There are 3 types of accomodation - Regular, Deluxe and Suite. I would recommend Regular or Deluxe. If you have enough and more money to spend on you can go in for SUITE but I did not find that worth the money. Rooms are in range of 2500 - 4000 (inclusive of all food that was what we had opted for). I would recommend you go in for option including food since food is too good. The chef is helpful if you are not from Kerala and want to try out kerala item.
The manager Mr. Baiju was helpful if you want to arrange tourist taxi to check out places within Munnar and other information.
Tips
Best time to go : From Sept first week onwards
It is better to carry some cash (though KTDC takes in credit cards) you would require it.
Best place to buy authentic tea products is Kannan devan Tea Plantations Factory Outlet (anyone can direct you there) It is near the bridge. It is authentic and quality is good.
If you are too much troubled by cold, carry some wollen clothes (i.e. during Aug - Sept time).
Enjoy ...