Munnar, the erstwhile 'Summer capital
of the British', has become the most sought after holiday destination
in South India. It is the luxuriant gift of nature to the Western Ghats,
the eastern border of Kerala, 5000ft above sea level. Dense forests, wildlife
sanctuaries, and major cash crop plantations cover most of this region.
Munnar abounds in animals like elephants and Nilgiri Tahrs and rich biodiversity
teeming with flora and fauna. Among the exotic flora found in the forests
here is the "Neela
Kurinji" . This flower which bathes the hills in blue
every 12 years.
Traditions
of a quaint British tea plantation town are still preserved in this heavenly
and unspoiled hill station. Munnar is a fascinating four hour drive from
Cochin International Airport along an undulating road which offers you
scenic views of cloud caressed valleys and tinkling creeks winding their
way down to the plains. Sprawling tea plantations, picture-book towns,
winding lanes and holiday facilities make this a popular Hill Resort.
Overlooking the salubrious surroundings of the Anayirangal Lake, the luxury hotel Fort Munnar offers a breathtaking panorama of gentle slopes and sheer drops and a spectacular view of the coffee, tea and cardamom plantations. The hotel is conceived under the concept of eco-friendly holidaying. Fort Munnar with its colonial architecture blends with nature, surrounded by enormous trees, enchanting hills and foliage. The forests surrounding Fort Munnar are home to exotic spices that have been reaching all parts of the world from time immemorial.
The hotel has 26 deluxe rooms and 4 suites. The multi-cuisine restaurant, the conference and convention halls and the activity centre will make your stay pleasant and purposeful, whether it is business or pleasure. Royal Court is a well equipped conference room, reminiscent of an ancient durbar hall. This hall which overlooks the misty mountains has a capacity for 150 persons. Regale Court, an activity centre and reading room with indoor games.
A richly laid lobby welcomes the guests at Fort Munnar and the well experienced and cordial staff ensures their comfortable stay. An efficient Tour desk organises adventurous treks and sight-seeing and guides you in making holiday plans in Munnar. The activity room Stonehenge provides gymnasium with modern equipments including multigym and treadmill.
COFFEE CAZA - the 24-hour coffee shop of Fort Munnar overlooks the Anayirangal Lake and the splendid valleys silhouetted by the moving clouds. A delightful place to sip your morning tea. ROYAL DINE - the multi-cuisine restaurant serves savory meals in Indian, Chinese and Continental style. This restaurant has a colonial decor and a flair for novelle cuisine.
Wall to wall granite and wooden flooring, scientifically designed furniture, C.C. T.V. with satellite channels, attached bath with tubs, 24 hours hot and cold running water, refrigerator, Internet connection, telephone with STD/ISD direct dialing etc. are some of the facilities offered by Fort Munnar.
STAR
GAZE GALLERY - with a telescope offers the guest a superb view
from the summit of Fort Munnar.
DEW DROPS -
the roof -top restaurant fills you with a magical sensation of floating
in the midst of surrounding valleys, mountains and lake.
