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Munnar by car
Munnar by car
From Kochi: Munnar is 130�km (3.5 hr) from Kochi. The road is blind in some places and there are a lot of trucks and buses that seem to drive as if they own the road. Although the road is smooth (NH 49), it is narrow, twisty and curvy. Kothamangalam is on the way and is 80�km away from Munnar. Between Kothamangalam and next town "Adimali", you can experience a beautiful cool drive through a natural forest. Alongside, you can see many refreshing waterfalls. Once you reach Adimali, Munnar is just 30 kilometers away - but it will take almost an hour to reach. This is the last place where you can spot a decent restaurant before Munnar. Around 22�km from Adimali, you can start seeing the tea plantations on both sides of the road and a panoramic view of the western ghats. The view is extremely beautiful during the early mornings.
From Aluva: Aluva is nearly 110�km from Munnar. Just outside Aluva railway station you can hire a taxi for Munnar for Rs 1,400-1,600. There is a bus stand nearby as well which operates frequent buses to Munnar which cost just Rs 80-130.
From Coimbatore: Munnar is about 160�km from Coimbatore and 120�km from Pollachi. Coimbatore- Pollachi - Udumalpet - Chinnar - Marayoor - Munnar route is the most scenic route and though it will take bit longer, it is generally considered worth the extra time spent.
From Kodaikanal: Kodaikanal is nearly 170�km from Munnar. Kodaikanal - Perumal Malai - Mayiladum Parai - Mooliyaru - Oothu - Falls View - Ganguvarpetty - Ghat Road - Periya Kulam - Theni - Bodi - Bodimettu - Devikulam - Munnar. This route is also scenic.
For detailed report and photos of Munnar to Kodaikanal route please see Munnar to Kodaikanal
For detailed report and photos of route to Palani from Kochi thru Valparai please see Kochi-Valpara-Palani
Distances from Munnar to various cities:
Cochin - 130�km
Aluva - 110�km
Alleppey - 180�km
Kumarakom - 140�km
Thekkady - 106�km
Pollachi - 120�km
Coimbatore - 160�km
The road to Munnar is narrow with lots of bends and curves. Hire a taxi or a driver with local experience if you are not familiar with similar conditions
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