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Imphal is an exquisite town, with its lush green surroundings and a gorgeous landscape. It is a small valley and the best time to visit it, is from October to March. Imphal one of the most ancient towns in India and is a place where everything changes at a very slow pace. It has a moderate climate.
Shree Govindajee is the most important temple in Imphal. It is a historic centre for Vaisahnavites and was built in the 18th century. It was built by the Rajarishi Bhagyachandra regime and it comes alive when many people visit it during festivals. It is a simple structure which has 2 domes and it lies close to a spectacular palace.
The Manipur Zoological Gardens lie 8 km from Imphal and have a many rare birds, animals and reptiles. This place has a beautiful location. You will also find the Brow-Antlered Thamin Deer here, which is a very rare species of deer.
| Population: |
2,17,275 (2001) |
| Nearest Major City(s): |
Aizawl is 174 km form Imphal, Guwahti which is 270 km from Imphal. |
| How to reach: |
Imphal By Air
Imphal airport (8 km)
Imphal By Train
Dimapur Railway Station.
Imphal By Road
Nagaland and Manipur State buses operate from the towns of Aizwal, Dimapur, Itanagar, Kohima, Shillong and Agartala to Imphal. |
| Major Tourist Attraction: |
The major tourist attractions in Imphal are Manipur State Museum, Andro, Kaina, Khongjom, Langthabal, Moirang, Manipur Zoological Garden, Phubala, Sahid Minar, Shree Shree Govindajee Temple, War Cemeteries, Khwairamband Bazaar, Khonghampat Orchidarium, Loktak Lake and Sendra Island, Sekta Sekta Mound, Singda, Keibul Lamjao National Park, The Old Palace. |
| Speciality(Famous for): |
Imphal is famous for Palace of Kangla and Battle of Imphal. |
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