Manipur – Land of Jewels

Discover Raas Leela dance, floating Loktak Lake, endangered Sangai deer, exquisite handlooms & Northeast paradise

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About Manipur

Northeast India's Cultural Crown Jewel

Manipur, the "Land of Jewels," enchants with its pristine Loktak Lake (world's only floating lake), endangered Sangai deer, classical Raas Leela dance (Krishna-Radha theme), and rich tribal heritage. Home to Meitei, Naga, Kuki communities, the state blends royal palaces, polo origins (world's oldest), exquisite handlooms, and lush green valleys framed by Indo-Myanmar hills.

Famous Tourist Places

Floating lake, royal palaces & wildlife sanctuaries

Loktak Lake Natural Wonder

Loktak Lake

World's largest freshwater lake with unique phumdis (floating islands). Home to endangered Sangai deer

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Keibul Lamjao Sangai Deer Wildlife

Sangai Deer Sanctuary

Keibul Lamjao National Park - only floating national park & habitat of dancing deer Sangai

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Kangla Palace Heritage

Kangla Palace

Ancient royal seat of Manipur kings - sacred site with temples, ruins & historical significance

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Famous Manipur Cuisine

Unique flavors of Northeast India

Iromba Traditional

Iromba

Fermented fish curry with seasonal vegetables - signature Manipuri dish packed with umami

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Ngari Fermented

Ngari

Sun-dried fermented fish - key ingredient in Manipuri cuisine, gives dishes distinctive flavor

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Eromba Side Dish

Singju

Spicy salad of lotus stem, banana flower, chickpea sprouts - healthy Manipuri snack

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Culture & Festivals

Raas Leela, Lai Haraoba & tribal traditions

Manipur celebrates Yaoshang (Manipuri Holi), Cheiraoba (New Year), Kang (Ching Kaba - world's oldest polo), Raas Leela (classical dance-drama). Famous for Ras Leela (UNESCO intangible heritage), Ima Keithel (world's only all-women market), and rich tribal handlooms.

Raas Leela Dance
Ima Keithel Market
Manipuri Polo
Handloom Textiles

Weather & Climate

Plan your Jewel Land visit

Summer (Mar-May)

Warm
20°C - 30°C

Monsoon (Jun-Sep)

Heavy Rain
18°C - 28°C

Winter (Oct-Feb)

Cool & Pleasant
8°C - 22°C

Best time: October - March. Winter perfect for festivals & outdoor activities

Manipur Culture

Rich traditions of dance, polo & crafts

Manipur's history traces to ancient Meitei kingdom. Birthplace of modern polo (Sagol Kangjei), UNESCO-recognized Raas Leela, and home to Ima Keithel (mother's market) - world's only all-women-run market.

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Northeast India's Jewel State