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 of 1891
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Loktak Lake, the largest lake in the state.
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Ningthoukhong Gopinath Temple
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Sanamahi temple at Kangla
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Map of the districts of Manipur
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PREPAK insurgents are one of many groups in Manipur seeking independence from India.
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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.
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Imphal airport is the second largest airport in India's northeast.
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Pena is an ancient Manipuri musical instrument, particularly popular among the Meitei people.
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The Lai Haroaba Manipur dance festival showcases the folk dances of Manipur.
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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.
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The Kangla Sha, the state emblem
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Kangla Gate, the west entrance to the Kangla Fort
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A tree amid Manipur hills.
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Flowers carpeting the foothills
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The Dzukou Valley lying on the border of Manipur and Nagaland has a temperate climate.
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St. Joseph's Cathedral at Imphal
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Sangai, the state animal, at Keibul Lamjao National Park. In the wild, it has a habit of waiting and looking back at viewers.
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The Chorus Repertory Theatre, Imphal, founded by Ratan Thiyam
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The Shrine – the main theatre