Neelimala at Sabarimala – Neelimala Mountain on the way to Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple (Sannidanam) from Pampa

Nelimala is the first mountain (climb) on the way from Pampa to Sannidanam (Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple). The trek here is tough as the mountain is steep. There are two steep climbs. There is thick forest cover on both the sides.

The path here is concreted. There is also a medical center here especially for helping heart patients.

Neelimala comes after Pampa River, Pampa Ganapathi Kovil and Pandalam King Mandapam.

Once a devotee completes the climb of Neelimala, he reaches Appachimedu.

Neelimala is also considered the second toughest climb on the trek to Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple.