Much of kerala's exotic appeal is
centred in the highland area of the western ghats. Rising to an average
height of 1520 m, the tropical forests of the ghats house rich flora and
fauna. Not to speak of expansive, loamy plantations of tea, coffee,
rubber and fragrant cardamom. All the hill resorts in Kerela offer the
most enchanting experience of nature in all its virgin beauty.
Munnar
This hill station, located at an altitude of 1600 m above sea level is
situated at the confluence of three mountain streams namely Mudrapuzha,
Nallathanni and Kundala. It was once the summer resort of the erstwhile
British government in South India. Munnar also has the highest peak in
south India, Anamudi, which towers over 2695 m. Anamudi is an ideal spot
for trekking.
Nelliyampathy
Located at a distance of 52 kms from Palakkad, the cool hills of
Nelliampathy, nestling atop the Western Ghats, offer a breathtaking view
of the misty mountains and enchanting valleys interspersed with
sprawling tea, coffee, cardamom and orange plantations. For a vantage
view of the spectacle, one must visit Seethakundu, where a 100m high
waterfall provides an added attraction.
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