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Our last day in Kerala began with worrying news of heavy rain and landslides but ended with one final adventure. From Munnar's wild waterfalls to Fort Kochi, Mattancherry Palace and Jew Street, we made the most of every remaining hour before saying goodbye and boarding our train home.
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