Mattupetty in Munnar
Cradled by the undulating plantation hills of Munnar, and
not far away from the Anamudi peak is Mattupetty. Situated in the famous hill
town of Munnar, Mattupetty located 13 km from Munnar is situated at a height of
1700 m, and is a delight for nature lovers.
Mattupetty offers many fascinating sights to relish. Besides
the lush green tea plantations, and the rolling grasslands, the Shola forests
in and around Mattupetty are ideal for trekking and are habitat to a variety of
birds. Rivulets and cascades crisscross the terrain here, which again adds more
attraction to the place.
One of the main attractions in Mattupetty is the beautiful
lake, and the Mattupetty Dam, which are ideal picnic spots. The District
Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC), Idukki provides boating facilities in the
Mattupetty Dam. Speed launch, slow speedboat and motorboats are available on
hire. Other nearby places of interest includes the picturesque Kundala tea
plantations and the Kundala Lake.
Of all the main attractions at Mattupetty is the dairy farm,
run by the Indo-Swiss Livestock Project. The dairy farm is a unique one of its
kind with several varieties of high-yielding cattle being reared.
Getting there
Nearest railway station: Nearest railway station are
Angamaly, via Aluva - Munnar Rd, about 109 km from Munnar
Nearest airport: Nearest airport is Cochin International
Airport, about 108 km from Munnar
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