Meesapulimala has opened to tourists following the rare blooming of Neelakurinji flowers. This event is unusual because Neelakurinji typically does not bloom at such high altitudes. The site is now accessible for visitors to witness this unique natural phenomenon. It marks a significant moment for the region as the rare floral display occurs.

Meesapulimala is one of Kerala’s popular trekking destinations and Munnar region's highest peaks has started welcoming tourists from Monday, October 26, 2026, amid the blooming of the rare Neelakurinji flowers. The seasonal bloom is expected to draw nature lovers and trekking enthusiasts to the picturesque hill region near Munnar, known for its rolling grasslands, mist-covered mountains and rich biodiversity. Know everything about the bloom and all the details.

Meesapulimala Reopens To Tourists

Meesapulimala has opened to tourists following the rare blooming of Neelakurinji flowers. This event is unusual because Neelakurinji typically does not bloom at such high altitudes. The site is now accessible for visitors to witness this unique natural phenomenon. It marks a significant moment for the region as the rare floral display occurs. It is managed by the Kerala Forest Development Corporation (KFDC).

Located in the Idukki district of Kerala, Meesapulimala is among the highest peaks in the Western Ghats, standing at approximately 2,640 metres above sea level. The destination is popular among adventure seekers for its challenging trekking trails, scenic mountain views and unique ecological landscape.

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What Is Neelakurinji?

Neelakurinji, scientifically known as Strobilanthes kunthiana, is a flowering plant which is native to the Western Ghats of southern India. The plant is famous for its distinctive purplish-blue flowers, which can transform sections of the hills into vibrant natural landscapes when they bloom. The word Neela means blue Kurinji is the local name for the flower. It comes under monocarpic plant that means it grows for years and then blooms an masse just once in its life cycle. Neelakurinji is particularly associated with the hill ranges of Munnar and the surrounding regions of Kerala.