Echo Point (15 KMs From Munnar) Perhaps one of the most fun and scenic spot near Munnar is the Echo Point, famous for the echo effect of the voice being produced by the hills nearby. Everyone here shout aloud from their hearts and listen to the echo reverberating the misty hills and deep green forests surrounding the serene lake. It will be fun when you shout your name out and in response to that, you hear your voice echoing back from the surrounding hills or clapping your hands!Major Attractions: Natural Echo Phenomenon, Lake, Misty Hills, Tea GardensTop Activities: Shouting for Echoes, Photography, Boating, Shopping, SightseeingDuration: 1–2 HoursBest Time to Visit: September to MarchApart from this interesting echo effect, you can relax and admire the astonishing natural beauty around with lush green hills on the tranquil surface of the lake reflected in the water. Take a relaxing stroll by the side of the lake and breathe the cool mountain breeze or enjoy the serenity of nature. This is a place that you will never feel boring throughout the year and you can have a whale of time visiting here anytime during the year. Stalls outside this destination sell fresh and aromatic spices, handcrafted chocolates, souvenirs and fresh tea which is locally made. You can find some yummy local Kerala snacks at the street food stalls and also can try refreshing beverages. You can plan a trip to this awesome destination along with boating at the nearby sites or if you wish, you can extend it to Mattupetty Dam or Kundala Lake that are quite near. Visit this place early in the morning and you will be charmed to see the mountains draped with misty veil which gives a fairy tale look to the area. For families and couples, Munnar is incomplete without visiting this fabulous attraction.
