Shirui Kashong

4.4

Location: Imphal-Jessami Rd, Shirui, Manipur 795142, India.

Visiting time: 3-4 hours.

Located in the Indian state of Manipur, in the Makhoul district, Shirui Kashong Peak is a mesmerizing travel attraction place. This popular tourist attraction peak lies at an altitude of 2,835 m above sea level. There are two major attractions that make Shirui Kashong peak more famous-1) rivers flowing across Ukhrul and the crevices of the peak and2) Shirui lilies. It is one of the most visited places in the town. You will not be disappointed after visiting this.

Attraction

Shirui Kashong One gets rewarded by a heavenly view of clouds after the tireless climb-up, which is mesmerizing hovering around the spotted towns and villages, lush green, and deep and sober forests. Including Blyth’s Tragopan and Mrs. Hume’s bar-backed pheasant, One can even get a view of the rare birds nesting there and more. A lot of people from different places come to visit this place. It will treat your eyes.

History

It is one of the soulful tourist attractions in the Ukhrul district where you can go trekking with your, family, friends, or dearest ones. This is also adventurous and a little bit thrilling while trekking at the peak. Actually, there is no history behind this place. It is famous for Its history

Inside/Outside Views

Shirui Kashong The view of this place is mesmerizing. As visitors tend to experience sudden showers when climbing the peak, one thing that needs to be kept in mind is to keep trekking shoes and raincoats with you. Besides, also for picnics, Shirui Kashong Peak is visited by tourists that serve as a tourist spot all year round. So, if you are in the Ukhrul district, Don’t miss the beauty of this place.

Opening Hours

Any time of the day.

Entry & Others Fees

No entry fee is needed.

Near Restaurants

Near Hotels

de Oriental Grand
OYO Flagship 17411 Guardian Residency
Magen Hills
Southview Homestay
The Palm Guest House

How to Reach

Though Shirui Kashang peak is located at a distance of 17 km lying to the east of the district headquarters, traveling to Shirui Kashong Peak from Ukhrul town is not much difficult. Private transportation facilities can be availed to reach the top.

by Air: Imphal International Airport, Tulihal, is the nearest airport in Imphal with about a presumptive distance of 105 km. You can get private cars or public buses through which you can reach Ukhrul town. In general, an average journey time of about 3-4 hours can be taken.

by Rail: With about a presumptive distance of 314 km, the nearest railway station to Ukhrul is located in Dimapur (Nagaland). Serving both the states of Nagaland and Manipur, the station is the major rail head. After arriving at the station one can get a taxi and driveway to his destination in Ukhrul. Usually, it takes 9-10 hours, from Dimapur to Ukhrul.

by Road: For Visiting Ukhrul by bus, tourists need to travel to Imphal by taking either the air or railway. Once you reach Imphal, you can either take a taxi or rent a car to drive to Ukhrul. And it will take approximately 3-4 hours of journey.