Munnar Shopping Diaries

Munnar is famous for its stunning tea estates and plantations. These estates attract people from all across the country to visit the picturesque town. Apart from the beauty these tea plantations add to the town, they are also delectable in taste and are an absolute must-buy when you are in Munnar. You can purchase tea directly from the plantations. Apart from shopping, they also offer guided tours where you can learn about the process of tea making. Some of the famous plantations from where you can purchase tea include Kannan Devan Hills Plantation, Kolukkumalai Tea Estate, Sevenmallay Tea Estate, and Lockhart Tea Estate. Other places to shop for delicious tea are Ripple Tea Chai Bazaar and Abbas & Co. Tea Merchants. You can pick and choose from different flavours like green tea, black tea, and Oolong tea apart from the regular tea flavour.

Kerala has often been termed as the “land of spices” due to the state’s prominent role in the country’s spice trade with other countries. India receives a major quantity from Munnar, as the hill town is home to various spice gardens and plantations. Some of the best spices to shop for in Munnar are cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, turmeric, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and cardamom (known as the king and queen of spices respectively). The spices in Munnar are of the highest quality and add exceptional taste to the dishes. You can purchase these spices directly from spice gardens like the Cinnamon Gardens Spices Plantation and the Periyar Spice Garden. These spice gardens also offer guided tours where one can learn about the health benefits of the spices and can purchase them from the shop on the property. You can also shop for spices in local stores/markets such as Greenland Spices and Ayurvedics, Krishna Spice Super Market, Munnar Inn Spices Shopping Mall, and many more.

Munnar produces some of the best homemade chocolates in the country. The quality is top-notch and the varieties are vast. The assortment includes milk chocolate, dark chocolate, and white chocolate along with unique flavors like chilli, for a spicy twist to this sweet indulgence. There are also chocolates filled with dry fruits like almonds and raisins as well as chocolates with a delicious fruit center like mango, peach and blueberry-flavoured delights. To incorporate a local touch, some chocolates are infused with coffee and tea flavoring, adding a richness and unique blend. Homemade chocolates are a great gifting option and you can purchase them from various places such as the Munnar Chocolate Factory, Krishna Homemade Chocolates, Padman Tea and Spices, and many more. Check out (blog link) for more in-depth information on homemade chocolates in Munnar.

Munnar is a great place to buy some of the best handicrafts in Kerala made by skilled artisans. From textiles to artifacts, one can witness the talent and craftsmanship in each and every item. Clothing items like sarees, shirts, and shawls are dyed using naturally derived pigments obtained from fruits, vegetables, flower petals, and plant roots. These dyes are safe to wear and are eco-friendly too. You can buy them at Aranya Natural to support local artisans and contribute to sustainable shopping. There are some great places to buy souvenirs, home decor, and other gifting items as well and you can shop for them at Mattupetty Dam Market and Deeja Gift House. You can also find wooden utensils at the Mattupetty Market. Another great place to buy wooden artifacts and wooden utensils is Johnson’s Wood Craft.

Munnar is famous for its luscious homegrown strawberries. Munnar’s cooler climate is ideal for the cultivation of fruits like strawberries and oranges. These fruits are freshly picked from the Kannan Devan Hills. Jams, jellies, and marmalades are prepared from these farm-fresh fruits. In Nallathanni Estate, jams are manufactured in one of their manufacturing plants without the usage of preservatives to coloring agents. This is done to ensure that the natural taste of the fruits remains intact. So when one consumes them, they can taste the natural taste and essence of the fruits rather than artificial flavors. You can purchase fresh fruits in Munnar from their many fruits and vegetable markets such as Munnar Fruit Market, Munnar Main Bazaar, Munnar Town Market, and many more. You can purchase jams and jellies from local supermarkets and spice retailers as well as reputed online retailers.

Essential oils are made from plant extracts and are used in aromatherapy. They are also used in Ayurvedic treatments and are known to have therapeutic benefits that can help improve one’s overall health. Some of the well-known health benefits of essential oils are reduction of stress, sleep improvement, improved cognitive skills, reduced inflammation, reduction in pain and anxiety, and many more. Munnar has a wide range of essential oils to choose from which include eucalyptus oil, lemongrass oil, lavender oil, and tea tree oil. Despite their numerous health benefits, essential oils haven’t gained as much popularity as shopping for as tea, spices, and homemade chocolates in Munnar. However, they are slowly but steadily gaining their footing and are becoming popular among locals and tourists alike. You can purchase them from Ripple Tea Chai Bazaar, Kannan Devan Hills Plantation, or other spice retailers in Munnar like Munnar Tea and Spices and Peacock Spices And Oud Al Mannath.

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