Kangla Fort, Imphal
The historic seat of Manipuri kings, sacred to the indigenous Meitei religion.
Classical dance and WWII history
Manipur — Heritage & Culture
Monuments, living traditions and festivals that shape Manipur beyond its city sights.
Key monuments
INA War Memorial Complex
Commemorates the Indian National Army's 1944 flag-raising during WWII.
Shree Shree Govindajee Temple
Manipur's principal Vaishnavite temple, centre of the Ras Lila dance tradition.
Festivals
Yaoshang
Manipur's version of Holi, celebrated over five days with Thabal Chongba folk dance.
Lai Haraoba
A ritual festival honouring the Meitei deities, predating Manipur's Hindu influence.
Culture
Manipuri classical dance (one of India's eight classical forms) and Sangai deer, the state's endangered endemic symbol.