Rajamalai Park, Munnar

The Rajamalai Park is the part of Eravikulam National Park that is open to tourists. It is located at the nearest distance from Munnar in Kerala and is well known for its green hills, cool climate and beautiful views of the Western Ghats.

The park is home to the Nilgiri Tahr, a rare mountain goat found only in this region. Visitors come here to see these animals closely and enjoy the peaceful natural surroundings. It offers eco friendly buses to take visitors uphill to a viewing point.

Significance

Rajamalai Park is important because it helps protect wildlife, especially the Nilgiri Tahr, which is an endangered species. The park allows people to observe animals in their natural home without disturbing them.

It is also a good place to learn about the rich biodiversity of the Western Ghats, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The well managed entry and viewing areas help keep the environment clean & safe. At the same time, it is the most visited places in Munnar which spreads awareness about nature conservation and the need to protect India's forests and wildlife.

How To Reach

Munnar bus stand is located at a distance of around 21.2 KM from the park. You can take a local bus to reach the park from the bus stand. There are frequent KSRTC buses running in this route for every 30 minutes.