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Munroe Thuruth - Where nature is in overdrive

In the deep reaches of Kollam, there is a pristine, expanse of greenery that will be of interest to the members of the great Scottish Clan, Munroe, who are scattered across the globe. Precisely for the two crores fourty lakh members of the Munroe Clan! It must be noted that just a few places named after the Clan exist and this islet in Kerala named after a Munroe should not be given a miss. 

An endless stretch of emerald green waters polka-dotted by green stretches of land, the Munroe Island in Kollam is a green paradise indeed.

The Munroe Island is a cluster of eight small islands that lie comfortably against the placid backwaters. The ideal way to experience the charm and rhythm of life at the islands is by ferrying in a country boat through its green labyrinth.

This backwater island village has been named after Colonel John Munroe, the British Resident of erstwhile Travancore State. He contributed significantly in integrating several backwater regions by digging canals. 

This slice of greenery lies nestled at the confluence of the Ashtamudi Lake and Kallada River, around 27 km off Kollam. The antiquity of the islet can be traced back to the age of megaliths and Stone-Age tools. 

If you are looking for the perfect getaway, this palm-tree lined remote and breathtakingly beautiful island where nature is in overdrive is the ideal choice. If there is one place where you understand the true meaning of tranquility, it is here at Munroe Thuruth.

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