RAJAMALA -Munnar, a walkthrough at Munnar RAJAMALA

RAJAMALA Munnar a walkthrough at Munnar RAJAMALA
Iravikulam national park
Wildlife sanctuary
Nilgiri Thar
Neelakkurinji
Munnar tourism
Kerala tourism

Rajamala – The Hill Slopes of Eravikulam

Location: About 15 km from Munnar, in Idukki district, Kerala.
Altitude: ~2,000 meters (6,500 ft) above sea level.
Famous For: Being part of the Eravikulam National Park, home to the Nilgiri Tahr (endangered mountain goat).

🌟 What Makes Rajamala Special

Nilgiri Tahr Sanctuary 🐐

Rajamala is the best place to spot herds of Nilgiri Tahr in their natural habitat.

These goats graze freely on the grassy slopes.

Scenic Hill Views ⛰️

Rolling green hills, misty valleys, and panoramic views of the Western Ghats.

The air is crisp and fresh, with clouds often brushing the slopes.

Eravikulam National Park 🌳

Rajamala is the tourism zone of this protected park.

Known for its biodiversity – shola forests, rare butterflies, orchids, and birds.

Neelakurinji Blooms 💜

Every 12 years, the slopes turn purple-blue with the flowering of Neelakurinji.

Last bloom: 2018 → Next expected: 2030.

🚗 How to Reach

From Munnar town → 15 km by road.

Visitors are allowed only on forest department buses (private vehicles not permitted inside the park).

🎯 Things to Do in Rajamala

Wildlife spotting (Nilgiri Tahr, birds, butterflies).

Short treks & guided nature walks.

Landscape photography (sunrise/mist views are magical).

Learn about shola-grassland ecosystem from forest guides.

📌 Visitor Info

Timings: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (closed in February–March for calving season of Tahrs).

Entry Fee: Around ₹200 for Indians, ₹500 for foreigners (subject to change).

Best Season: September – May (monsoon makes it slippery and foggy).

✅ In short: Rajamala is the heart of Eravikulam National Park, where you get the best high-range views of Munnar and a rare chance to see the Nilgiri Tahr up close.