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The Kannan Devan Tea Museum in Munnar has displays that showcase the rich history and evolution of tea plantations in Munnar. It has been realised as a testimony to the great history prevailing between these locales and tea cultivation, with its history going way back to the end of the 18th century. Using its vast collection of artefacts, interactive kiosks, and knowledge displays, the museum provides an immersive and enlightening experience for tourists to understand the tale behind the legendary Kannan Devan Tea Museum.
Location
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The Kannan Devan Tea Museum is situated in the Nullatanni Estate of KDHP, Kannan Devan Hills Plantation Company, within Munnar, Kerala.The Nullatanni Estate is situated in Munnar’s lush green scenic tea-planting tracts.
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How To Reach
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Located within Munnar, the museum is a 5-minute drive by car. The nearest railway station is Aluva railway station, about 112 km from the museum. The nearest airport is the Cochin International Airport, at a distance of 75 km. One can easily take a taxi or book a cab to reach the museum.
About Kannan Devan Tea Museum
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Kannan Devan Tea Museum in Munnar is a tribute to the progress of tea plantations in this area. It started in 2005 and is located in the Nullatanni Estate of the Kannan Devan Hills Plantation Company. This museum depicts the old association the tract has with the tea industry. The museum’s establishment also runs beside the region’s long history, from the 18th century when the British arrived in the hills of Kannan Devan. When the first plantations were established, the iconic Kannan Devan Tea Museum came into being.
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Places to Visit Near Kannan Devan Tea Museum In Munnar
1. Munnar Town Center
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The beautiful, vibrant Munnar town centre is just a 5-minute drive from the Kannan Devan Tea Museum. It is an ideal starting point for those who want to go sightseeing or explore the attractions. Tourists can enjoy lively markets, local aromas, and local tastings, immersing themselves in the vibrant cultural fabric typical of any mountainous station.
2. Tea Plantations
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At the tea estates, the Kannan Devan hills offer an exciting opportunity for one to get an introduction and exposure amidst the lush green plantations that have given identity and economy to the region for generations. Visitors can join guided tours where covering cultivation and processing methods are shown, and one can appreciate their path-breaking natural beauty.
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3. Tata Tea Demonstration Room
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There is a reserved hall for demonstrations at the Kannan Devan Tea Museum, which takes the visitors through all tea processing techniques in detail, from traditional hand-rolling methods to the most modern, automated machinery. It makes one fully realise the quantum of intricate work that goes into the processing of tea leaves from fresh condition to the form it finally comes out in.
4. Eravikulam National Park
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Located only 15 km from the Kannan Devan Tea Museum, the Eravikulam National Park is one of the places a person in love with the wild and nature should be. In this sanctuary, one can find the endangered species of Nilgiri Tahr, a rare mountain goat found exclusively in the Western Ghats. It sports various kinds of wildlife, and a rich avifauna. The view of surrounding hills and valleys also makes the park beautiful and allows for a refreshment of richness other than the busy town of Munnar.
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Where to Stay
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There are many hotels near the Kannan Devan tea museum that offer the tourist a comfortable stay for your visit. Some of these hotels are: The Silver Tips, Isaac Residency, Bellmount Resorts, KTDC Tea county Munnar and Saravana Bhavan Hotel. The facilities they offer vary according to your needs and budget.
Tips For Travellers
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- Do not bring any food, wrappers, plastic bags inside the museum as it is everyone’s duty to maintain the cleanliness of the museum.
- Be careful with the artefacts and other displays inside the museum. Do not touch anything.
- Try to visit the museum during the demonstration time to learn about the process of tea making thoroughly.
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The richness of exquisite artefacts and detailed explanations by curation make it such that a visitor to the museum can understand the history of the evolution of the tea industry in the Kannan Devan hills comprehensively. One who will grace this museum will comprehensively understand the history of its evolution in the Kannan Devan hills. Plan your visit with TripXL and explore the beauty of this museum!
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