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Top Station(32 km from Munnar) - Munnar, Kerala
Standing at this point you will catch a glimpse of the Arabian sea on the west and Tamilnadu on the east this is the highest point on the Munnar-Kodaikanal road and hence the name Top Station. These sights will never fade away from your memory.
Top station, from Munnar is aptly named, as it is home to some of the highest tea plantations in India. It lies on the state border between Kerala and Tamilnadu and commands a panoramic view of rolling green hills. the idyllic hill station is located 32 Km from Munnar, on the Munnar-Kodaikanal Road. Perched at an altitude of 1700 m above sea level, Top Station is the highest point on Munnar-Kodaikanal Road(32 Km). It is the highest point on the Munnar- Kodaikkanal road at the border of Tamil Nadu. Panoramic views of the scenic surroundings can be enjoyed from here. The area is also well known for Kurinji flowers, which blooms once in twelve years 1700 m above sea level, this is the highest point on the Munnar-Kodaikanal road. The rare Nilakurinji (strobilanthus) belongs to this region. This plant blooms wants every 12 years bathing the hill sides in bright blue. Top Station also offers a panoramic view of the neighboring state of Tamilnadu. Border of two states (Tamilnadu and Kerala) - very lofty place where Kerala is separated from Tamilnadu, Located 1700 Mtr above sea level at 33 Km away from Munnar. The beautiful landscape of Tamilnadu can be seen when the atmosphere is clear. The stark contrast of these literate, rocky mountains of top station with greeneries elsewhere is really striking. One time, the KDH Tea Company transported their tea to Munnar through rope way from here. Kodaikanal an important tourist spot in South India is just 61 Km away from Top Station but the journey may be hazardous since the road goes through thick forest and dangerous turn and bends. The rare Nilakurinji (Strobilanthus) belongs to this region. This plant blooms wants every 12 years bathing the hill sides in bright blue. The flowering season lasts for about one month. The whole area baths in the violet of the Kurinji flowers during this season.
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