munnur

Munnur is not widely recognized as a distinct topic in major reference works and is most often encountered as an alternative or misspelled form of Munnar, a hill station in the Idukki district of Kerala, India. When used, the term generally functions as a variant spelling rather than a separate place or concept.

Munnar itself is located in the Western Ghats at elevations around 1,600 meters above sea level. The town is renowned for its extensive tea plantations, which date to the colonial era, and for its cool climate and biodiversity. It serves as a gateway to nearby natural and cultural attractions, including Eravikulam National Park, which protects the endangered Nilgiri tahr, and peaks such as Anamudi, the highest point in the Western Ghats.

Economically, Munnar has historically relied on plantation agriculture, particularly tea and cardamom, alongside tourism and hospitality services that support visitors drawn to the landscape, wildlife, and colonial-era architecture. The area's tourism infrastructure emphasizes scenic viewpoints, plantation tours, and ecological preserves.

Etymology commonly cited for the related toponym derives from the Malayalam words for “three rivers” (moonnu aar-u), referring to the confluence of streams in the region. While “munnur” may appear in texts, it is typically a variation of the name Munnar rather than a separate entity. See also Munnar for more comprehensive coverage.