FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Munnar - The Untold Story

Shola Forests of the Western Ghats: How Millions of Years of Isolation Built a Sky Island of Endemic Species

The Geography That Made an Island Without WaterA Shola forest patch rarely exceeds a few hectares. It sits in a valley crease between rolling montane grasslands in the upper Western Ghats, places like Munnar, Kodaikanal, and the Nilgiris, tucked low enough to catch moisture but surrounded on all sides by…

Times Life · Aug 23

Malabar Whistling Thrush: Why the Western Ghats' Most Melodic Bird Is Called the Whistling Schoolboy

The Bird That Sounds Like It Learned From a Music TeacherThe first time most people hear a Malabar Whistling Thrush, they look around for a person. The song is that convincing, a clear, unhurried series of melodic phrases that rise and fall like someone whistling a half-remembered tune on the…

Times Life · Aug 4

10 Best Places to Visit in India During the Monsoon

The monsoon season in India, usually from June to September, brings a fresh charm that cannot be experienced during any other time of the year. The dry hills turn green, rivers become full, waterfalls flow with great force, and cool breezes replace the summer heat. For travelers who enjoy nature,…

MyLifeXP · Jul 22

Top 10 Romantic Mountain Destinations for Couples in India

When it comes to romance, few places can match the charm of the mountains. Crisp air, stunning views, cozy accommodations, and peaceful surroundings create the perfect setting for couples to reconnect and create lasting memories. India is blessed with beautiful mountain destinations spread across the Himalayas, Western Ghats, and northeastern…

MyLifeXP · Jun 12

6 Rare Purple Birds In India That Look Unreal

Not every beautiful bird in India is brightly red or brilliantly blue. Some hide in forests, wetlands, and silent valleys wearing shades of deep violet, metallic purple, and glowing indigo that almost look unreal in sunlight. The strange part is that many people walk past them without even noticing. But…

Times Pets · May 12

Season Split: The Only Places Where Two Climates Meet

Where Nature Breaks Her Own Rules Most places follow the same rhythm of nature-summer, monsoon, winter, repeat. But some places break the pattern. These are landscapes where two seasons exist together, side-by-side, at the same moment. While one part sings of winter, another blooms in spring. While one hill turns…

MyLifeXP · Nov 25, 2025

Dumping yard a death trap for wild elephants in Munnar

Dumping yard here remains a pressing concern as the local wild elephant population often wander into the yard, consuming the hazardous non-segregated plastic waste.

The Hindu · May 13, 2024

Idukki witnessing rise in tourist inflow after introduction of e-pass by Tamil Nadu

Tourist influx surges in Munnar and Wagamon due to e-pass regulations, leading to record visitor numbers and traffic congestion.

The Hindu · May 13, 2024

Chinnakkanal land deals: VACB files FIR against Kuzhalnadan

VACB Idukki files FIR against Congress legislator Mathew Kuzhalnadan for financial irregularities in land deals near Munnar.

The Hindu · May 8, 2024

Tigers spotted at human habitation in Munnar

Tigers spotted at human habitation in Munna

The Hindu · Apr 28, 2024