Shree Shree Govindajee Temple :
A historic Vaishnavite center, adjoining the Royal palace of Manipur's former
Maharajas, the Govindajee temple is a simple yet beautiful structure. Twin domes,
a pave courtyard, and a large raise congregation hall form a perfect backdrop
for priest who decend the steps, to accept offerings from devotees in the courtyard.
The shrines of Krishna and Balaram and Jagannath flank the two sides of the
presiding deity.
Women's market or Ima keithel :
A unique all women's market, having 3000 "Imas" or mothers who run
the stalls, it is split two sections on either side of road. Vegetables, fruits,
fish and household groceries are sold on one side and exquisite handlooms
and household tools on the other. Not far away is a street where beautiful
wicker works and basketry are sold.
War Cemeteries :
Commemorating the memories of British and Indian soldiers who died during
the Second World War, these cemeteries are managed by the Commonwealth War
Graves Commission. Serene and well maintained, the graves carry little stone
markers and bronze plaques recording the sacrifice of those gallant soldiers.
Manipur Zoological Gardens :
6 kms to west of Imphal city, at the foot of the pine growing hillocks at Iroisemba
on the Imphal-Kanchup Road are the Zoological Gardens. Not to be missed is an
opportunity to see the graceful brow antlered deer (Sangai) one of the rarest
species in the world, in sylvan surroundings
Manipur State Museum :
This interesting museum near the polo ground has a fairly good display of
Manipur's tribal heritage and a collection of portraits of Manipur's former
rulers. Particularly interesting items are costumes, arms and weapons, relics
and historical documents.
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