Anamudi Peak

Anamudi Peak is the highest mountain in South India and the Western Ghats, standing at 2,695 meters above sea level. Located within Eravikulam National Park near Munnar, it features shola grasslands and evergreen forests. The peak is a critical habitat for the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and offers panoramic views of the surrounding tea plantations and valleys.

Visitors can expect to view Anamudi Peak from designated areas within Eravikulam National Park after taking a park safari bus. The landscape consists of rolling shola grasslands and rocky terrain. Wildlife sightings, particularly of the Nilgiri Tahr, are possible but not guaranteed. Direct trekking to the summit is restricted and requires special permits from forest authorities.

Anamudi, meaning 'Elephant head' in Malayalam, is the highest peak in the Western Ghats and peninsular India outside the Himalayan ranges. It has long been recognized as a significant geographical landmark in South India.

The peak holds ecological importance as part of the Western Ghats UNESCO World Heritage Site and is culturally significant to indigenous tribes in the region.