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Manipur, Republic of India

Manipur is a beautiful state located in the northeastern part of Republic of India. It covers an area of about 22,347 square kilometers (8,628 square miles). Manipur is known for its green hills, valleys, and rich culture.

The state shares its borders with other Indian states: Nagaland to the north, Mizoram to the south, and Assam to the west. To its east, Manipur shares a border with the country of Myanmar.

A Glimpse into Manipur's Past

Manipur has a very long and interesting history, with many kings ruling from the main throne of Kangla. The stories of these kings are written down in a special book called "Cheitharol Kumbaba".

The Cheitharol Kumbaba Chronicle

The Cheitharol Kumbaba is like a diary kept by the royal court of Manipur's kings. It tells the history of the Kingdom of Manipur from when its first ruling family started in 33 CE. This ancient book continues all the way until 1949, when the kingdom joined India and the monarchy ended. It finishes with the last king of Manipur, Bodhchandra.

The Cheitharol Kumbaba is probably the oldest historical record from this region. It is written on more than 1,000 pages of special Meetei paper, using an old script called Meetei Mayek. This chronicle helps us understand the long and proud history of Manipur.


Images for kids

  • Kanglasha

    The Kangla Sha, the state emblem

  • The Kangla Gate

    Kangla Gate, the west entrance to the Kangla Fort

  • 1 Loktak Lake

    Loktak Lake, the largest fresh water lake in the state.

  • Landscape of Manipur1

    A tree amid Manipur hills.

  • Landscape of Valley

    Landscape view for dawn at Senapati, Manipur

  • Hill Slope

    Flowers carpeting the foothills

  • The Dzukou Valley

    The Dzüko Valley which exists between the boundaries of Manipur and Nagaland has a temperate climate.

  • Gopinath Temple - Ningthoukhong, Manipur (India)

    Ningthoukhong Gopinath Temple

  • St. Joseph's Cathedral

    St. Joseph's Cathedral at Imphal

  • Temple at Kangla

    A reconstructed ancient temple dedicated to Meitei God Pakhangba of Sanamahism inside the Kangla Fort, Imphal

  • 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 dish of Manipur.

  • Imphal airport

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

  • Imphal city

    A view of Imphal City

  • Sangai

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

  • Imphal, Manipur (55)

    National Highway 150 in Imphal

  • The Shrine at Chorus

    The Shrine – the main theatre

  • Khuman Lampak Main Stadium

    Khuman Lampak Main Stadium in Imphal.

  • Lai haraoba manipur

    The Lai Haraoba, a 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.

  • A Manipuri Dancer in traditional Krishna attire

    Manipuri dance, one of eight the classical dances of India

  • Thang-Ta

    Thang Ta, the martial art form of Manipur

  • "PENA" a musical instrument

    Pena is an ancient Manipur musical instrument, particularly popular among the Meitei, the Pangal and the Meitei Christians

  • Chorus Repertory Theater

    The Chorus Repertory Theatre, Imphal, founded by Ratan Thiyam

See also

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