Attukal Waterfalls: A Random Traveler’s Favorite Corner In Munnar

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Munnar, in Kerala, has emerged as one of the top holiday & honeymoon destinations in recent years. With better communication and excellent holiday packages, the tourism in this corner has been growing steadily. One of its key attractions is the Attukal Waterfalls which is a beautiful and scenic spot visited by thousands of tourists every year.

With hills, forests and birds around, Attukal Falls can be easily bracketed under the category of the best places to visit in Munnar. It is also a serene and romantic corner which should be visited by every love-bird. Trekking is another popular reason why people get drawn towards this place. Its surrounding milieu offers some breathtaking locales and trekking sites for adventurers and peripatetic explorers.

How to reach Attukal Waterfalls: Attukal Falls is located at a small distance of 9 km from the main town of Munnar. It may be slightly secluded but it is not remotely located. With just 9 km separating it from the hustle & bustle of streets, it can be reached by any private vehicle in just around 15-20 minutes.

When to visit Attukal Waterfalls: ...
... Attukal is certainly amongst the most visited attractions in Munnar. It is also counted amongst the best tourist places near Bangalore and enjoys a regular stream of visitors from the ‘garden city’. Munnar’s friendly climate makes this waterfall a round-the-year destination. Hence, you do not need to look for a perfect time to pay it a visit. It is bound to enthrall you anytime you visit irrespective of the season. Nevertheless, the waterfall is most bountiful and gravid during the post-rainy season. Monsoon and post-monsoon months from June-September are considered the most favorable time to visit this waterfall.

Nearby attractions: Attukal is neighbor to two other beautiful waterfalls which are located nearby. Known as Cheeyappara Falls and Valara Falls, they are extremely photogenic and should be included in your list of best places to see in Munnar. Besides, the hills, trekking tracks and woods in the vicinity are always worth exploring. You just need to make sure that you are armed with your cameras and binoculars. You are bound to get some lovely snaps of the nature at this green-n-wet corner!

Hotel near Attukal Falls: Some of the major hotels situated near Attukal Waterfalls are

- Elysium Gardens
- Mountain Club Resort
- Abad Copper Castle Hill Valley
- Mar Thoma Retreat Home

For trekking, for bird-watching, for romanticizing or for just a casual stroll, this waterfall is your very own heavenly corner in the ‘God’s Own Country.’

Author is a traveller and adventure seeker and loving her work roam around a number of travel destinations around the world. Currently she is responsible for writing about places to visit in Munnar and tourist places around Bangalore.