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Road trip lovers will have to plenty to do in Munnar for this hill town is surrounded by some equally enticing neighbours. Quiet, winding roads crisscrossing through rolling hills can take you away to wonders such as the rightly urbane Kochi, the wild and green Periyar and Silent Valley National Park, the famous backwaters of Kumarakom and Alleppey and the very offbeat Vagamon. Kodaikanal chocolates are another great reason to foray into the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu. Scenic drives of around 6-7 hours can take you to any of these gorgeous places. Go, explore.
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