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Fog is something that fascinates me every time I am amidst of it. As the clouds roll and the winds start to pick up, the fog gently lifting and the sun's rays beaming through all makes for a compelling wintry morning...
As we gear up to it, I was reminiscing with one I had shot a few years ago in Kerala, India. Munnar is one of the most renowned hill stations in Southern India. It brims with vast expanses of tea estates and the tea plantation is something that generates a lot of revenue for the country.
The name Munnar is believed to mean "three rivers", referring to its location at the confluence of the Mudhirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundaly rivers.
This was shot from one of the locations up in the mountains and would you believe at 10 AM in the morning! It was that foggy that morning.
If you see it for a while, your eyes could start discerning the other trees amidst the fog...
EXIF - f/8 1/800 ISO 200 @16mm
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youtu.be/K4fl3W2VHeA?si=pcuMN3Mh8W0p9gSD Anamudi is a mountain located in the Indian state of Kerala.
The mountain's shape looks similar to the forehead of an elephant. Due to that the literal meaning of mountains Malayalam name 'Anamudi' is 'Elephants forehead'.
It is the highest peak in the Western Ghats and South India, at an elevation of 2,695 metres. It lies on the border of Devikulam Taluk, Idukki district and Kothamangalam Taluk, Ernakulam district.
Nilgiri Tahr in Eravikulam National Park occurs in two types of groups; (The mixed groups and All male groups). The mixed group consists primarily of adult females and their sub adult off springs. Adult males join these groups during the rut and keep away at other times of the year. The male group consists of adult males of various classes. The maximum size of the mixed group is 150 animals and that of all male groups is 20 individuals. The rutting season occurs during monsoon (July and August) and the main birth season is January to mid February. Estimated gestation period is nearly 179 days. The predators of Nilgiri Tahr in Eravikulam National Park include Tiger, Leopard, Wild Dog and Jackals.. etc .An estimated 700-800 Nilgiri Tahr inhabit Eravikulam National Park, making it the largest wild population in the world. The Nilgiri tahr known locally as the Nilgiri ibex or simply ibex (Varayadu), is an ungulate that is endemic to the Nilgiri Hills and the southern portion of the Western Ghats in the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala in Southern India. It is the state animal of Tamil Nadu.The Nilgiri tahr known locally as the Nilgiri ibex or simply ibex (Varayadu), is an ungulate that is endemic to the Nilgiri Hills and the southern portion of the Western Ghats in the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala in Southern India. It is the state animal of Tamil Nadu. ( Source www.eravikulam.org )
Chinnakanal or Power House waterfall is located 18 km away from Munnar. The origin of this beautiful waterfall, surrounded by green mountain ranges, is from the River Devikulam.
Plietesials are plants that grow for a number of years, flower gregariously (en masse), set seed and then die. The length of the cycle can vary between 8 and 16 years.
Neelakurinji (Strobilanthes ) is a small shrub. The species name Kunthiana has been derived from the River Kunthi which flows through the rich expanse of the renowned Silent Valley National Park in Kerala. It means that the plant has been first described from the vicinity of this river. The plant grows profusely Shola grasslands and mountain slopes of the mighty Western Ghats and Nilgiris in India.
Neelakurinji blooms in a clustered manner on typical inflorescence stocks once in every 12 years. The flowering season ranges between August and November with a peak period of late September and October. The flower has purplish blue color.
The species seen here is not de common one but on a recent visit we saw a small grassland full of this species in bloom in Poopara area of Munnar-Devikulam Road, Kerala.
Highest position in Explore # 1 & Featured at Explore Front Page on 25th Apr'10
Cameron Highlands is one of the wonders of Malaysia, it is the largest and most famous hill resort in the country. This beautiful and lush highland is also the leading producer of tea in the country.
This location was one the way driving to Sungai Palas Tea Plantation giving the view of entire valley with mountains in the backdrop. Thanks to my wife for pointing out the spot which I almost missed.
The shot is a composite of three images where each image is three exposure (-1EV to +1EV) tonemapped using Photomatix and blended in Photoshop. Finally used Topaz plugins to enhance the entire composition.
Devikulam is a small hill station about 5 km from Munnar in the Idukki District of the southern state of Kerala in India. It is 1800 m above sea level.
This is a picture of Munnar no one forgets to take. This has become almost the signature shot of Munnar. The location is between Munnar town and Devikulam. This is a recent picture that replaced the old one
Munnar is a town and hill station located in the Idukki district of the southwestern Indian state of Kerala. Munnar is situated at around 1,600 metres (5,200 ft) above sea level, in the Western Ghats range of mountains.
The name Munnar is believed to mean "three rivers",referring to its location at the confluence of the Mudhirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundaly rivers.Munnar town is situated on the Kannan Devan Hills village in Devikulam taluk and is the largest panchayat in the Idukki district covering an area of nearly 557 square kilometres (215 sq mi).[citation needed] The nearest major railway stations are at Ernakulam and Aluva (approximately 140 kilometres (87 mi) by road). The Nearest Functioning Railway station is at Udumalaipettai according to Google maps The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, which is 105 kilometres (65 mi) away.
A shot from our trip to Munnar... This one was taken over the Lockhart Gap...
As we drove towards the Lockhart Gap my hope was to watch and catch the sunset... as we came up the sun was going down really fast and the light was dimming too...
When we reached the top the sky looked spectacular... it still does !
My better half was so much in love with the sky that she has been reminding me every now and then... "did you post it yet?" and I have kept it at hand, so here it goes another one of her favorites... :-)
Munnar is a hill station on the Western Ghats, a range of mountains situated in the Idukki district of the Indian state of Kerala.
The name Munnar is believed to mean "three rivers",[2] referring to the town's strategic location at the confluence of the Madhurapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundaly rivers.[3]
Munnar town is in Kannan Devan Hills ( KDH ) Village in Devikulam taluk and is the largest panchayat in the Idukki district having an area measuring nearly 557 km².[citation needed]
The nearest major railway stations are at Ernakulam and Aluva (approximately 140 kilometres (87 mi) by road). The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, which is 105 kilometres (65 mi) away.
-From Wikipedia-
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Ouvrières en train de cueillir du thé dans une plantation près de Devikulam dans les monts du Kerala en Inde
Chaque ouvrière cueille 8 kg de thé par jour.
Les ouvrières employées à plein temps gagnent entre 200 et 250€ par mois.
TN 58 N 2308.MADURAI-MUNNAR FAST PASSENGER INTERSTATE RIDER (TAMILNADU-KERALA)VIA USILAMPATTI,AUNDIPATTI,THENI,BODI,BODI METTU,POOPARAI, DEVIKULAM.NOW AT BODI BUS STAND READY FOR DEPARTURE TO MUNNAR
Munnar is a town and hill station located in the Idukki district of the southwestern Indian state of Kerala. Munnar is situated at around 1,600 metres.The name Munnar is believed to mean "three rivers", referring to its location at the confluence of the Mudhirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundaly rivers.
Ouvrières en train de cueillir du thé dans une plantation près de Devikulam dans les monts du Kerala en Inde
Chaque ouvrière cueille 8 kg de thé par jour.
Les ouvrières employées à plein temps gagnent entre 200 et 250€ par mois.
Devikulam is a small hill station about 16 km from Munnar in the Idukki District of the southern state of Kerala in India. It is 1800 m above sea level.According to legend, the goddess Sita Devi of the Ramayana epic bathed in the beautiful Devikulam lake waters surrounded by lush, green hills, now named Sita Devi Lake. The lake draws tourists not only because of its sacredness but also for the curative powers of its mineral waters
Devikulam Tea Plant Garden,
Taking Jeep from Muunhar to Kolukkumalai Mountain Hut,
Munnar,
Kerala, India
Devikulam Tea Plant Garden,
Taking Jeep from Muunhar to Kolukkumalai Mountain Hut,
Munnar,
Kerala, India
Munnar in southern Indian state of Kerala is known for its rolling lush green tea mountains and misty weather - Best time to visit is November to Feb
ROUTE:THENI-MUNNAR VIA BODI,BODI METTU,POOPARAI, PERIYA KAANAL,DEVIKULAM. NOW AT BODI BUS STAND READY FOR DEPARTURE TO THENI.
View from Lockhart Gap. On way from Devikulam to Chinnakanal near Munnar.
Munnar in southern Indian state of Kerala is known for its rolling lush green tea mountains and misty weather - Best time to visit is November to Feb
Devikulam Tea Plant Garden,
Taking Jeep from Muunhar to Kolukkumalai Mountain Hut,
Munnar,
Kerala, India
Devikulam Tea Plant Garden,
Taking Jeep from Muunhar to Kolukkumalai Mountain Hut,
Munnar,
Kerala, India
This pond was interesting to see, as it was completely covered with water weeds. I took this picture somewhere between Munnar Town and Devikulam.
Stitched 7 Images, Forgot to change it to Shutter priority. Each photo came with a different shutter speed and exposure, so I adjusted each exposure in Lightroom and stitched in photoshop. Luckly It came good.
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Munnar (Malayalam: മൂന്നാര് , Tamil: மூணார்) is a town located in Kerala state in South India. The name is often used to refer to the whole tourist area of Idukki District of which the town forms a part. Munnar panchayat of Devikulam block is the largest in the district with an area of 557 km². The etymology of Munnar is believed to be derived from the Malayalam words Muunu (three) and aaru (river), referring to the town's strategic location at the confluence of the Muthirappuzha, Chanduvarai and Kundali rivers.[citation needed] Located in the southern Western Ghats the area is surrounded by vast jungles and remains wet and cold during most of the year. Nearby is the Mattupetty Dam.
The people of Munnar share in the culture and traditions of Kerala. Tamil immigrants from the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu also figure significantly in the population.
During the British rule of India, Munnar was developed to cultivate tea plants.[2] At that time, most of the people around the area were employed as laborers for plantations throughout the area. In the early stages of development, only Tamilians and a small number of Malayalis inhabited Munnar. From the late 1890's till 1921, tea was transported down from Top Station by 24 inch railway and ropeway to Munnar for transhipment throughout the World.
The region in and around Munnar varies in height from 1,600 meters (5,249.3 ft) to 1,800 meters (5,905.5 ft) above mean sea level. Munnar enjoys a salubrious climate. The weather ranges between 0 °C (32 °F) and +10 °C (50 °F) in winter and +15 °C (59 °F) and +25 °C (77 °F) in summer. The tourist season is from August to May. However, even the monsoons are lovely with many streams and rivulets in the area.
In a bid to escape the chaos of the busy Munnar town, with its horde of honeymooners and those same-cap wearing tour bus participants, we rode far and long to get to Top Station, steering clear from all the designated 'photo points' and 'tourist attractions'.
We went right past a huge bunch of tourists at an 'echo point' along the Mattupetty Dam reservoir and rode ahead to find our own quiet spot by the lake. We parked our bike and walked right to the end of a jetty-like stretch of land going into the water. A little retreat we made our own for the next couple of minutes. We admired the sweeping panorama and heard our 'hellos' and whistles echo away in the distance before we rode away to find a new adventure.
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Munnar is a town located in the Idduki district of India's Kerala state, situated in the south Western Ghats of India, the name Munnar usually refers to the whole tourist area of the Idukki District of which the town forms only a small part.The name Munnar is believed to be derived from the Malayalam words Munu (three) and aaru (river), referring to the town's strategic location at the confluence of the Muthirappuzha, Nallathanni and Kundaly rivers. The Munnar panchayat in the Devikulam block is the largest panchayat in the Idduki district having an area measuring nearly 557 km². Essentially a pass ; the area around Munnar is surrounded by vast jungles and remains wet and cold during most of the year. The entire area of Munnar[2] officially belongs to the government of Kerala; though the Poonjar royal family (its pre-independence owners) have made claims to the contrary. Sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes, trekking and holiday facilities make Munnar a unique experience for the tourist and traveller. Munnar is essentially a tea town. There is a large population of people from Tamil Nadu, INDIA
Munnar (Malayalam: മൂന്നാര് , Tamil: மூணார்) is a town located in Kerala state in South India. The name is often used to refer to the whole tourist area of Idukki District of which the town forms a part. Munnar panchayat of Devikulam block is the largest in the district with an area of 557 km². The etymology of Munnar is believed to be derived from the Malayalam words Muunu (three) and aaru (river), referring to the town's strategic location at the confluence of the Muthirappuzha, Chanduvarai and Kundali rivers.[citation needed] Located in the southern Western Ghats the area is surrounded by vast jungles and remains wet and cold during most of the year. Nearby is the Mattupetty Dam.
The people of Munnar share in the culture and traditions of Kerala. Tamil immigrants from the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu also figure significantly in the population.
During the British rule of India, Munnar was developed to cultivate tea plants.[2] At that time, most of the people around the area were employed as laborers for plantations throughout the area. In the early stages of development, only Tamilians and a small number of Malayalis inhabited Munnar. From the late 1890's till 1921, tea was transported down from Top Station by 24 inch railway and ropeway to Munnar for transhipment throughout the World.
The region in and around Munnar varies in height from 1,600 meters (5,249.3 ft) to 1,800 meters (5,905.5 ft) above mean sea level. Munnar enjoys a salubrious climate. The weather ranges between 0 °C (32 °F) and +10 °C (50 °F) in winter and +15 °C (59 °F) and +25 °C (77 °F) in summer. The tourist season is from August to May. However, even the monsoons are lovely with many streams and rivulets in the area.
Earumaadom (the colloquial term for Treehouses in Kerala) are houses built on top the trees. The raw materials used for constructing these houses are all Eco-friendly materials such as coir mats, bamboo poles, hay straws, live trees etc.
Tree houses were traditionally built by tribals who live in the forests. It kept them safe from wild animals and these days give an eco-tourist a view and feel unlike any other of being one with nature. We (my better-half and I) came across this one on one of our treks
Honeymoon is the very special occasion in newly-weds couples life as it is the most awaited occasion which comes after the huge pomp of marriage display. There are several romantic attractions and destinations and you can choose among any of them but if you wish to celebrate your occasion in the lap of mother-nature then must visit God’s Own Country Kerala locates at south-western part of India. Home to natural virgin attractions and spectacular destinations it is one such destination whose significance and splendour never fails to lure the heart of any individual.
Often referred to as the ‘Green City’, it presents almost every colour of nature to the visitors in the form of invigorating hills, exotic wildlife parks, picturesque backwaters, and innumerable romantic beaches fringed with palm and coconut trees, and ranges of floras and faunas. Precisely called the paradise on earth, it is one such state where romance flow in the air. Apart from its ranging of attractions it is equally popular for its healing Ayurvedic saloons, delicious cuisine, well-cultured people, and excellent hotels and accommodations that render almost every facility to the visitors. There are so many interesting things about this state but to know about every thing is however not possible thus we are presenting the top notch attractions that one can experience during honeymoon Kerala.
Backwater Houseboat Cruise
If you wish to explore the several stunning colours of nature while having all the luxuries then must go for backwater houseboat cruise takes tourists in the beautiful world of water and wonders and leave them spellbind. Several rivers, lakes, lagoons and inlets when merge up together then forms the breathtaking locale that can be well explored through houseboats also known as Kettuvallams in traditional language. Some of the facilities that one can experience in houseboats include bath-attached rooms, lounge, sun-deck, kitchenette, and etc. Kuttanad, Kumarakom, Alleppey, Cochin and etc are the few popular backwater destinations of Kerala.
Hill Stations tour
Being a tropical place Kerala is bestowed with innumerable invigorating hill stations and all are worth to visit during Kerala honeymoon tours. There are so many hill stations in this state and among many Munnar is one of the finest hill stations fondly called Kashmir of south. Spectacular sight seeing, picturesque landscapes, colonial charm, vast tea gardens, mesmerizing waterfalls, meandering rivers and ranges of floras and faunas make Kerala not less than paradise on earth. Due to romantic zigzag paths and delightful ambiance, it is also considered an ideal place for several adventure and fun-filled activities like trekking and etc. Devikulam, Rajamali, Eravikulam National Park, Idukki and Echo-Point and etc are the few popular attractions in and around Munnar.
Kerala Beach tour
Due to the long coast line Kerala is bestowed with innumerable romantic beach destinations so if you are looking for romantic beaches then also it is the finest place to you. Fringed with stunning palm and coconut groves and pleasant climatic conditions, beaches of Kerala have not any competitor in the world. Swimming, surfings, sun-bathing and fishing are the popular activities that one can experience during beach tour Kerala.
Apart from there are many other attractions that one can explore during Kerala Honeymoon so choose any tailor made holiday package and make your vacations an everlasting experience.
Find more information at www.keralahoneymoon.org/