Monday, 15 October 2018

Meesapulimala

Meesapulimala is the second highest peak in the Western Ghats of Idukki district (Kerala) on the Indian subcontinent after Anamudi. Its peak is 2,640 metres (8,661 ft) above sea level.The name derives from the fact that it is formed of eight peaks which spread like a "Moustache" and it is located in between the Anaimalai Hills and Palani Hills near Suryanelli around 20km away from MunnarKolukkumalai tea estate, Top Station and Tipadamala (2135m) is also nearby.



The beauty of Meesapulimala has to be enjoyed through trekking. The 8 kilometre long trek from the Rhodovalley, 15 kilometres from Munnar town, offers the trekkers breathtaking views of the grasslands, rainforests and wildlife present at the high altitude. Rhodovalley is named thus due to the red rhododendron trees, which bloom here.

Though the trek is long, it is average. The treks start from the campsite at the base of the first hill. From here it continues on to the mesmerizing forests of the Shola grassland. The trail begins to get a little steep, just about 10 minutes from start. In no time you would be at the peak of the first of the eight hills. From the cloud-kissed mountain tops, you would get a picturesque view of Munnar and Surianelli towns.

A point to be noted is that the beautiful purple Kurinji flower (Neelakurinji), blooms once in every 12 years (the next would be happening in the year 2020). And so plan your trip coinciding with this phenomenon and get a magical view of this from the peaks of Meesapulimala.

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