Lockhart Gap

Lockhart Gap is a heart-shaped mountain pass located approximately 13 kilometers from Munnar town on the Munnar-Madurai National Highway. Situated at an altitude of around 7,200 feet, this scenic viewpoint offers panoramic views of rolling tea plantations, misty valleys, and the Western Ghats. The gap between two mountains creates a dramatic landscape popular for photography, trekking, and nature walks.

Visitors can expect breathtaking panoramic views of undulating tea-covered slopes, distant valleys, and mist-covered hills. The site features a naturally formed heart-shaped gap between two mountains with winding roads. Visitors typically enjoy short treks to viewpoints, photography opportunities during sunrise and sunset, and exploration of surrounding tea estates. The area offers a tranquil environment away from crowded tourist spots.

The area has colonial-era connections with British tea cultivation legacy. The Lockhart Bungalow was built in 1879 and the Lockhart Tea Museum in 1936, reflecting the region's historical importance in tea production.