Shirui Kashong Peak is a popular tourist attraction, lying at an altitude of 2,835 m above sea level. The peak is famous for two main reasons - most of the major rivers flowing across Ukhrul originate from the slopes and crevices of the peak.
Secondly, it is the place where the famous Shirui lilies grow in this place. The flower blooms for a short period of time during the months of May and June. The Shirui lily (which has been declared as the state flower of Manipur) discovered by a British botanist F. Kingdom ward in the year 1948, grows only here thus attracting many botanists and tourist from around the world.
Breathtaking view from the peak. The beauty of Shirui is simply spectacular. No words can further describe the beauty of it. However, the flowers usually bloom around late April. I was there during winter unfortunately meaning no shirui lilies for me. Anyway, if you are a Manipuri you must visit the Shirui peak atleast once.
Place is good but need more maintenance.
After trekking for two and half hours and climbing steep slopes finally we reached the top peak. The view from the top was stunning. This peak is famous for the Shirui lily which is a special attraction for the tourists.
Heavenly place!
Here green means green, fresh air means fresh air. Hardly any man-made sound. No plastic packets flying.
Still not invaded by the hordes of present-day vandals (read Indian tourists).
Only real nature-lovers are requested to visit this paradise.
On 10th May, 2019, we visited this place as it was in the vicinity of Loktok lake and it was some 20 minutes of drive. Sangai, the elusive deer variety found only in Manipur ! Its endangered ! There was a watch tower which was provided with a binocular and it required some kind of techniques to locate or sight this deer very well camouflaged with dry brown grasses. We saw two of them grazing through the binoculars. We were told that the boat ride in a small boat would be more thrilling! However, we could not do this as we reached this place around 4 pm.
Everything about Shirui Kashong is marvelous. There's not a season which is pale and unattractive as whole through out the year it has a reason to attract tourist. Its a must visit if you ever happen to be in Ukhrul Town.
Love the nature good for hiking. Rich in flora and fauna. Great view and home of the only flower Shirui lily.
