Munnar and Thekkady are popular tourist destinations in Kerala, India. Munnar is a hill station located in the Western Ghats mountains at 1,600 meters above sea level, known as the "Kashmir of South India". Thekkady is a town near the Periyar National Park, home to elephants, tigers, langurs and abundant wildlife. The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary covers 777 square km, including thick forests and artificial lakes. Visitors can view wildlife through boating, trekking, or jeep safaris in the sanctuary.