Sitting at the point where three mountain rivers meet, the hill station of Munnar has become known as a tea-growing center in the south of the country. Once a popular summer getaway for well-off British government officials, Munnar owes much of its history and architecture to the time of the Raj, while its present day reputation rests largely on the plantations that roll across the landscape of scenic hills and valleys. The town lies in close proximity to a national park; rich in wildlife, including gaur, langur, and elephants, the park represents one of the main attractions in Munnar.