Manipur facts for kids

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Manipur in India (disputed hatched)
Manipur, Republic of India

Manipur is a state within the Republic of India. It has area of 8,628 mi² (22,347 km²). In traditional Indian geography it falls under the North-east Indian zone.

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  • Anglo-manipur-war-1891

    Anglo-Manipur War of 1891

  • 1 Loktak Lake

    Loktak Lake, the largest lake in the state.

  • Gopinath Temple - Ningthoukhong, Manipur (India)

    Ningthoukhong Gopinath Temple

  • Temple at Kangla

    Sanamahi temple at Kangla

  • Manipur district map

    Map of the districts of Manipur

  • Prepak Cadres

    PREPAK insurgents are one of many groups in Manipur seeking independence from India.

  • Soibum yendem eromba

    Bamboo is common in Manipur, and an important contributor to its economy as well as cuisine. Above is soibum yendem eromba, a bamboo shoot cuisine of Manipur.

  • Imphal airport

    Imphal airport is the second largest airport in India's northeast.

  • Imphal city

    A view of Imphal City

  • "PENA" a musical instrument

    Pena is an ancient Manipuri musical instrument, particularly popular among the Meitei people.

  • Lai haraoba manipur

    The Lai Haroaba Manipur dance festival showcases the folk dances of Manipur.

  • Cheiraochingkaba

    Cheiraoba is a celebration of the new year during the spring season. People feast (top), then climb up a hill together later in the day to signify overcoming hurdles and reaching new heights in the new year.

  • Mary Kom - British High Commission, Delhi, 27 July 2011

    Mary Kom, Indian boxer from Manipur

  • Kanglasha

    The Kangla Sha, the state emblem

  • The Kangla Gate

    Kangla Gate, the west entrance to the Kangla Fort

  • Landscape of Manipur1

    A tree amid Manipur hills.

  • Hill Slope

    Flowers carpeting the foothills

  • The Dzukou Valley

    The Dzukou Valley lying on the border of Manipur and Nagaland has a temperate climate.

  • St. Joseph's Cathedral

    St. Joseph's Cathedral at Imphal

  • Sangai

    Sangai, the state animal, at Keibul Lamjao National Park. In the wild, it has a habit of waiting and looking back at viewers.

  • Chorus Repertory Theater

    The Chorus Repertory Theatre, Imphal, founded by Ratan Thiyam

  • The Shrine at Chorus

    The Shrine – the main theatre


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