Kamjong – The next tourism destination in Manipur

IMPHAL, July 25: Manipur has a lot to offer in terms of tourism and Kamjong district is one such place which can be the next centre of attraction for tourists.

Kamjong is a village located southeast of Ukhrul in Kamjong district, Manipur state, India and at Shingcha under Kamjong district which is located about 88 kilometers from Imphal is the next stop due to to a specific variety of flower plant known as Wuyawon which blossoms every year in the month of July covering its hills.

Speaking to The Sangai Express, a local of Shingcha said that the Wuyawon flowers began blooming at the hills around two years ago and cattles and other animals usually refrain from eating the flowering plant.

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The flower acquires a pale pinkish colour while in the sun and regains its beautiful lively pink when covered with clouds.

Manipur is also famous for its state flower, the Shirui lily or Siroi lily found in the Ukhrul district of Manipur and has become an endangered species in India.

Source inputs: The Sangai Express