Manipur Tourism: From Mystical Monoliths to Kangla Fort, Here're 9 Must-Visit Places

By Team LatestlyFebruary 17, 2021
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Santhei Natural Park, Andro

Located 21 kms from Imphal, Santhei Natural Park in Andro is the perfect off-beat destination with so much to explore.

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Jorebangla Temple Bishnupur

An ancient ornately carved terracotta Hindu temple was constructed in the 17th century by Malla King, Raghunath Singha Dev.

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Kangla Fort

The Palace of Kangla is an old palace at Imphal in the Manipur state of India with the word ‘Kangla’ meaning ‘dry land’ in old Meetei.

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Manipur Zoological Garden

Called the Jewel Box of the state, Manipur Zoological Garden is home to about 400 common and rare species of animals and birds.

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Mystical Monoliths, Willong Khullen

Mysterious monoliths decorating Willong Khullen is a small village on the Maram-Peren Road at the borders of Manipur and Nagaland are a hot topic of discussion among travellers.

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Sadu Chiru Waterfalls

About 20 kms from Imphal, Sadu Chiru Waterfalls adds to the scenic beauty of the state.

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Sanamahi Temple

Located in Nongmaijing Hills, Sanamahi Kiong Temple is dedicated to Lainingthou Sanamahi, the ancient deity of the Meitei tribe of Imphal.

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Imphal War Cemetery

The Imphal War Cemetery is located in Imphal and has 1,600 Commonwealth burials of the Second World War and is maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.

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