‘Where the mountains play with the clouds, rivers caress the land, and tea plantations lay sprawled out as far as the eye can see – Munnar will embrace you with its stunning beauty! ‘

Munnar which is also known as the ‘Kashmir of south India’ is a hill station and town located in the southern state, Kerala. It got its epithet because of numerous hilltops, Green tea farms and ravishing waterfalls. It also has many wildlife sanctuaries and is rich in flora and fauna. Munnar is located at around 1,600 meters above the sea in the Western Ghat mountain range and is a top destination for Honeymoons in India. Munnar has all the beautiful locations for your dream Pre-wedding photoshoot and video shoot. The name Munnar literally means “three rivers”, as it is located at the junction of the Muthirappuzhayar river, Nallathanni and Kundala rivers.

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Top Pre Wedding Locations of Munnar are-

1- Pothamedu View Point

Pothamedu viewpoint is the Queen hilltop of Munnar, with large mountains on one side and lush green tea farms on another side. Here you will experience the real beauty of nature as its mountains are exactly like Swiss mountains. It is often called “the paradise for photographers” as it offers breathtaking views and its environment is really peaceful. It would be the ideal location to kickstart your Pre-wedding shoot. Couples will surely have a great time here with the cold breeze, amazing views and a cup of hot tea.

Timing –  24 x 7

Entry Fees– Free

Location– 110 km from Cochin Airport

Photography and Videography – Allowed

Major Attraction – Idduki Arch Dam

Tip – Visit at the time of sunrise or sunset

2-Kundala Dam Lake

At number 2 for Pre wedding photoshoot in Munnar, We present to you a place you will remember throughout your life. When the beautiful sun rays fall on the Kundala Lake, it creates a glittering effect to give tourists a heaven like experience and helps them enjoy the beauty of Kundala in absolute serenity. The attractive Kundala lake is surrounded by lush green valleys and beautiful landscapes and is the dream of every photographer and the icing on the cake is the cherry gardens here that bloom twice every year and here you might see the rare elegant Neelakurinji flowers. One must reach this spot early in the morning and see how a blanket of cloud surfaces from the lake when the first few rays of sun make the atmosphere magical. You will definitely thank yourself after visiting here.

Timing –  9 am to 5 pm

Entry Fees–  100 for Pedal Boat for 3 persons

150 for Row Boat for 4 persons

200 for Shikara Boat for 2 persons

Location– 30 km (1 hour) from Pothemady

Photography and Videography – Allowed, 200 Rs for the video camera

Major Attraction – Great scenic points for photography

3- Cheeyappara Waterfalls

Cheeyappara waterfalls is another beautiful popular site situated on the way to Munnar, which would be ideal for Your Pre-wedding shoot. The unique attraction of this waterfall is that it flows down in seven steps making a great view from the road near the second step from the bottom. It is one of the major attractions of Munnar offering many photographic and video points for your Pre-wedding shoot which can be best experienced in post monsoon season.

Timing – 6  am to 6 pm

Entry Fees- Free

Location– 42 km from pothemadu

Photography and Videography – Allowed

4- Top station

No. It is not a picture of Switzerland but of the Top of the station. This alluring spot is the highest point of Munnar offering incredible views for your sweet Pre-wedding photography and Pre-wedding video shoot. It is located around 32 km away from Munnar on the Munnar-Kodaikanal road. The place falls on the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border. Here you can enjoy the panoramic view of the Western Ghats and the valley of Theni district of Tamil Nadu. Apart from beautiful white clouds, this site offers views of tea gardens, dams, natural masterpieces, etc. It is one of the most recommended places to visit in Munnar, which is crowded by nature lovers throughout the year. An Echo Point is also here which always has a greenish look as it is covered with abundant green sceneries. The place surrounded by mist covered hills, waterfalls and clean air will be super perfect for your Pre wedding photoshoot in Munnar

Timing –  6 am to 6 pm

Entry Fees– N/A

Location– 10 km (20 min) from kundala lake

Photography and Videography – Allowed

Major Attraction –  tea plantation, serene valleys, enchanting waterfalls, and exotic forest life.

5-Tata Tea estate

Munnar tea estates are one of the oldest tea estates in the country, the whole area is covered by miles and miles of lush tea gardens, owned by the various private companies. Your pre-wedding photo shoot and video shoot in the middle of aromatic green tea gardens surrounded by elegant scenery. Wouldn’t it be arousing? You will definitely have a wonderful experience exploring this area for your Pre-wedding shoot.

Timing – 7 am to 6 pm

Entry Fees– 75 Rs

Location– 4 km from Pothemadu

Photography and Videography – Allowed

Major Attraction – Green Carpet all over the place

6-Anamudi peak

The name Anamudi literally means Elephant Forehead, which refers to the shape of the mountain that looks like the forehead of an Elephant. Anamudi is situated inside the Eravikulam National Park which is home to beautiful Nilgiri Tahr. How can one resist a Pre-wedding shoot in the foothills of the largest mountain of south India? Anamudi peak has many enchanting, alluring views and often termed as a paradise of nature lovers, It is one of the prime locations for your dream Pre-wedding shoot and one will regret missing it.

Timing –  12 am to 11:59 pm

Entry Fees– N/A

Location– 15 km from Munnar

Photography and Videography – Allowed

Major Attraction – If lucky you can see elephants here

Tip – Take your trekking equipment with you

7-Blossom Park

Located at the heart of Munnar, blossom park is also in the list of most preferred destination for couples in Munnar. This park is widely recognized for its scenic beauty and peaceful chilled environment, wholly covered with different coloured flowers, surrounded by tall hills under the blue sky, this place has nearly everything you would ask for your pre-wedding shoot. Apart from landscapes it also offers trekking and boating where you can spend quality time with your loved one. It is best to visit here at the time of March-April when this garden is at its most arousing phase.

Timing – 9 am to 7 pm

Entry Fees- 10 Rs

Location– 3 km from Munnar

Photography and Videography – Allowed

Major Attraction – Adventure trails, Boating, Nature walks, bird watching, Camping etc.

8- Lock Heart Gap

Last but not the least, Lock heart gap is another great location for Pre wedding photoshoot in Munnar. Munnar is no doubt a wholesome pack of natural beautiful views but the view from Lock Heart Gap is worth a million Rupees. From here, you can appreciate the true beauty of tea farms, covered throughout the deep Biason valley, with all the white clouds, mountains and tea estates in the background, providing the best location to try different pre wedding poses. This place is one of those rare places that poets write about the charisma of nature.

Timing –  6 am to 6 pm

Entry Fees– N/A

Location– 18 km from Munnar

Photography and Videography – Allowed

Major Attraction – Picturesque Serene view.

In short. A Pre wedding photoshoot in Munnar has all the capabilities of becoming your dream pre wedding shoot. You will thank yourself that you had chosen ‘Kashmir of south India’ for your Pre-wedding shoot.If you find this article beneficial and helpful in any manner then do like and share and feel free to share any of your queries regarding this article in the comment section below. Thank you