Kerala is a paradise on earth and there’s no uncertainty about it. Whether it’s the abundant greenery or the peaceful backwaters, everything makes the state worth visiting throughout the year. However, what truly distinguishes it from other vacation destinations in India is its renowned Neelakurinji flowering season that occurs only once in 12 years and covers the town of Munnar in blue. Fortunately, the flower will bloom this year from July to October, making it the perfect time for that long-awaited trip.
Neelakurinji, scientifically known as ‘Strobilanthes Kunthiana’, is a purplish blue flower that blooms and adds color to the hills of Munnar once every 12 years. In Munnar, the Neelakurinji flower season attracts numerous tourists who come to admire the beauty of the blue hills. This year, an estimated eight lakh people are expected to visit the town during these four months, prompting the Kerala government to make extensive arrangements.
With the anticipation of such a large number of tourists visiting Munnar during these four months, Pinarayi Vijayan, the Chief Minister of the state, stated that, “The government is preparing to offer improved facilities for tourists and take necessary precautions to preserve the National Park.”
The Eravikulam National Park, located 8 km from the town of Munnar, is a prominent destination for witnessing the 40 rare varieties during the Neelakurinji flowering season. To protect this park and ensure a splendid experience for visitors, the government plans to implement strict measures against plastic bottles and bags, repair roads, provide more sanitation facilities, and regulate street vendors.
Furthermore, the National Transportation Planning and Research Centre (NATPAC) has been tasked with studying the expected influx of tourist vehicles during this period to facilitate the deployment of more buses for transportation to the national park. Therefore, transportation, lodging, and sanitation are aspects you need not worry about.
From July 2023 to October 2023, witnessing the glory of Kerala and capturing the myriad shades of blue in Munnar is undoubtedly ideal. So, if you are planning your honeymoon or a romantic trip to Kerala during this time, make sure to book the Munnar honeymoon package with Neelakurinji Festival because we are confident that it will be an experience you wouldn’t want to miss now!
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