About Observatory Hills :
It got its name due to the fact that one can spot the planets and the other celestial bodies from this point and hence got the name as Observatory hills. The clear sky and the cool climate attracts the tourist to make is one of the famous destinations in Munnar.
General Information about Observatory Hills :
Location: Munnar
State: Kerala
Capital: Thiruvananthapuram
Language: Malayalam, English, Hindi
Temperature: Max 36˚C, Min 28˚C (summer), Max 28˚C, Min 18˚C (winter)
Best Season: October to March
How to Reach Observatory Hills :
By Air:
Nearest major airport is Cochin International airport which is about 125 km away. Taxi services are available from airport to Munnar which cost about Rs 3000. Cochin airport is well connected with all major cities in India and many cities abroad.
By Rail:
Nearest rail head is Angamaly or Alwaye, both are nearly 120 km away from Munnar. Angamaly is an important rail junction in Ernakulum – Trissur route and is well connected to all cities in India. Taxi from Angamaly to Munnar costs about a minimum charge of Rs 2500.
By Road:
Munnar is connected to other cities in Kerala and Tamil Nadu by state government public transport buses, but are less frequent. Many tour providers arrange packaged bus tours to Munnar from Cochin. The charges will be about Rs 1000 per head.