Monsoon changes the landscape around some of the most picturesque tea plantations. These tea plantations in India provide something more than just a beverage, especially to those who are fond of green landscapes and tea experiences. From the stunning views of Kanchenjunga at Glenburn to the vintage factory at Kolukkumalai, there is a special charm at every destination.
Glenburn Tea Estate lies at the foothills of the snowy Himalayan ranges and spans a vast area of 1,600 acres of verdant vegetation. It takes one an hour to reach this place from Darjeeling. There is an elegant bungalow in this tea estate with eight beautifully furnished suites. The most attractive part of this tea estate is the stunning view of Mount Kanchenjunga. The greenery around this tea estate during the monsoon season makes it really picturesque.
Tea cultivation in the Nilgiri Hills has been in existence for over 100 years now. The tea produced here has a dark, rich and aromatic flavour. While other tea-growing areas cultivate tea only for a few months of the year, tea is cultivated all through the year here. One may start off the tour at Coonoor, where one may enjoy some exotic tea varieties at the Tranquili-tea Tea Lounge and rest at Tea Nest, which lies at the Singara Tea Estate.
Munnar, located in Kerala, is famous for its serene atmosphere and tea plantations. The Kanan Devan Hills Plantation is situated in the Idukki district and is a major tourist destination. The primary attraction of this plantation is the first-of-its-kind tea museum. Thus, one gets both an insight into the plantation and tea at the same time. Among the tea plantations in India, this is unique because it offers a piece of history to the travellers.
Jorhat lies in the central valley of Assam and is famously referred to as the Tea Capital of the World. The area has a lot in common with nature and is famous for tea production. The unique thing about the area is the presence of tea bungalows that were built during colonial times. Staying in such bungalows gives one a chance to holiday in an old-fashioned way. For anyone exploring tea plantations in India, Jorhat brings together tea, nature and colonial heritage in one destination.
Kolukkumalai Tea Estate lies at an altitude of 7,875 feet above sea level. The two-level tea plantation was set up at some point during the 1930s, and it is surrounded by vast tea plantations. The traditional tea factory makes it distinctively unique and adds to its old-world appeal. One may go through the entire tea-making process and enjoy the tea while gazing at the plains.
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