Madurai Malli is known for its powerful, mysteriously attractive fragrance and it will last for 36 hours due to Vaigai river’s uniqueness.Thus, it makes
Madurai Malli to be thick and the petals very dense, thick, and heavy. The unique fragrance of Madurai Malli, a variety of jasmine, is attributed to the
sulfur-rich, reddish, late rite soil found in the region of Madurai. There are three varieties of plants, classified by flower density: 3, 6, and 9 buds.

1. The closest police station is at C7 POLICE STATION(Around 13 kms).
2. Carry a bottle water if required.

1 . Toilets – Upon request the farmer can provide this facility.

2 . clean water – Upon request the farmer can provide this facility.

3 . Snack/ refreshment – Yes.

Clothing

       Dress up modestly as it is a village. People may look awkward if dressed in modern outfit.

Best season to visit is during the summer season.

1. Fragrant Atmosphere : Be greeted by the sweet, intoxicating aroma of jasmine flowers in and around Madurai.
2. Vibrant Markets : Explore bustling markets filled with vendors selling fresh jasmine garlands, flowers at the early morning.
3. Cultural Immersion : Witness traditional jasmine cultivation, weaving, and garland-making techniques by experiencing it by yourself.
4. Temple Visits : Visit ancient temples adorned with jasmine decorations, like the famous Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thiruparan Kundram Murugan Temple, Arulmigu Kallazhagar Thirukkoil.
5. Local Cuisine : Savor traditional Madurai cuisine, often featuring jasmine-infused steamed rice flour (Idly), desserts and drinks.
6. Festive Atmosphere : If visiting during the Jasmine Festival (Malligai Thiruvizha), enjoy cultural performances, music, and dance by enjoying the fragrance of heritage.
7. Interactions with Locals : Engage with friendly local vendors and garden owners, learning about their traditions, techniques, customs, and significance of jasmine in Madurai’s culture.
8. Souvenir Shopping : Take home jasmine-based products, like perfumes, oils, garlands, or handicrafts as a memorable memories.
Photography Opportunities : Capture vibrant colors, textures, and moments of daily life amidst the jasmine-filled field surroundings. And can capture some videos how you experienced the method of flower tied.
9. Spiritual Experience : Immerse yourself in the spiritual significance of jasmine in Madurai’s temples and cultural practices.

1. Madurai Malligai commonly grown in home and temple gardens are commercially harvested from flowering fields to extract its essence and oil. Evergreen vine bushes of Jasminum sambac species are cultivated in the vast expanse of moist sandy loam sulphur rich soil of Madurai.

2. Walking through the fields, the farmers share stories about the traditional methods handed down through generations, emphasising the importance of soil quality, climate, and timely harvesting. The unique fragrance of Madurai Malligai is attributed to the water from the Vaigai River. There is a reference to ‘Malligaa Maalai’, the garland adorned while playing along the riverside of Vaigai in Sangam literature of Paripadal.

3. Malligai buds are handpicked early in the morning on basis of color, firmness and rotund size available depending on the weather. In the darkness before dawn breaks, pearly white buds with a tinge of green are plucked. Notably the fields are snake-free, as they are diverted by its heady fragrance.

4. Madurai farmers, vendors and stringers are instrumental in carefully presenting the little delicate wondrous flower fresh even after reaching faraway places. The incredible journey of Madurai Malligai from the serene dew drenched fields to bustling bazaars and skilfully handcrafted to grace is fascinating.

Fragrance : 36 Hours.

Structure : Thick petals retain moisture that delays withering – becomes firm to deftly craft garlands.

Bloom : Late evening and stays fresher next morning.

The cultivation of Madurai Malli is primarily done during the month of April (Chithirai). Malli yields are high during the summer season, lasting six months, followed by three months of lower production, which increases market demand.