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Shirui Hills

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Shirui Hills, offbeat Manipur — landscape view
Shirui Hills — photo 2
Shirui Hills — photo 3
Best time
May–June for the lily bloom; October-March for general trekking.
Getting there
Imphal Airport, approx. 90 km.

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Shirui Hills rises near Ukhrul, the specific range holding Shirui Kashong Peak and the exclusive habitat of the Shirui Lily — a flower species found nowhere else on Earth. Beyond the narrow bloom window, the hills offer genuine ridge-line trekking through grassland and forest terrain, with wide views over the surrounding Tangkhul Naga countryside rewarding hikers regardless of season. Shirui Hills suits trekkers wanting substantive Manipur hill scenery — whether timed for the Shirui Lily's specific bloom or simply for the ridge trek's own scenic reward, the hills offer a genuine, moderately demanding hiking experience in a part of India few outside travelers ever visit.

Nearby highlights

Shirui Kashong Peak

The main summit, home to the rare lily species.

Shirui Lily Habitat

The flower's exclusive natural range, blooming May-June.

Tangkhul Naga Countryside

Wide views over the surrounding hills from the ridge.

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How to reach Shirui Hills

Nearest Airport: Imphal Airport, approx. 90 km. By Road & Foot: From Ukhrul, drive to the trailhead, then trek to Shirui Kashong Peak, a moderate to demanding multi-hour climb.

Best time to visit

May–June for the lily bloom; October-March for general trekking.

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