Imphal is the largest city and attractive place of Manipur which adds to the beauty of this city with its lush green valleys and attractive natural environment. Imphal, the capital of Manipur, is a very special place from the tourism point of view which attracts thousands of Indian and foreign tourists every year. Imphal is also known as the Museum of Manipur where tourists get to know about the state of Manipur. If you are also planning a trip to the major tourist places of Imphal with your family or friends, then this article is going to be very useful for you. If you come to visit Imphal then the tourist places here will mesmerize you.

Kangla Fort
Just 2 km from the central city of Imphal. Situated at a distance of 1000 meters, this fort has great historical importance. At present this fort is in ruins, but even today you will get a lot of information related to the history of Imphal from this fort. This fort of Imphal is also very attractive among tourists. If you are ever going to Imphal for some work, then you can visit this fort and get a lot of information related to the history of Imphal.

Shri Govind Ji Temple
If you want to experience spirituality in Imphal, then you can visit Govindji temple here. Shri Govind Ji Temple is one of the famous temples of Imphal which is situated near the royal palace of Imphal. This temple is dedicated to Shri Govind Ji along with many other Hindu Gods and Goddesses and Krishna, Balram, Jagannath, Subhadra, etc. whom you can visit during your visit to this temple. The architecture of this temple built in Nagara style is also quite attractive which acts as its other attraction.

Manipuri Zoological Park
Just 8 km from Imphal central city. Located at a distance of 1500 m, this garden is a very famous tourist destination in Imphal. If you love nature and animals then this is the best place for you. This zoological garden surrounded by hills is famous for the conservation of rare species of animals, where the greenery and peaceful environment are a sight to behold. More than 400 species of animals can be seen in this zoological garden. Some of the major species found in this zoological garden are Himalayan deer, python, slow loris found in South Asia, hoolock gibbon, cat leopard, etc. Tourists who are fond of nature must visit this zoological garden.

Loktak Lake
Located about 45 kilometers from Imphal city, this is the only lake in the world that floats on water. Many types of activities like fishing, birdwatching, boating, and camping are offered here. If you want, you can also enjoy all these activities. This lake is quite famous and attractive. The specialty of this lake is that this lake attracts tourists to come to Imphal and not tourists coming to Imphal. If you are ever going to Imphal for sightseeing or any other work, then do not forget to visit this lake.

Manipur State Museum
If you are interested to know about the history, culture, and lifestyle of Manipur and Imphal then you should start your trip to Imphal from Manipur State Museum. Established in 1969, this museum houses an ideal collection of artifacts like ethnography, archaeology, natural history, and paintings. The culture and tradition of the state can be experienced through the historical objects displayed here. One of the main features of this museum is the boat called Hiag Hiren which is 54 feet/16 meters long. Other objects of the Manipur State Museum include gold-plated human masks, ancient smoking pipes, archaeological finds, and tribal jewelry. Apart from these, the museum also organizes various programs on nature conservation and biological specimens, which attract a huge crowd of local people as well as tourists. Singada Dam is the highest earthen dam in the world, located about 16 km from Imphal.

Singada Dam
Imphal is a famous tourist and picnic spot where its serene atmosphere and beautiful landscapes compel tourists to spend a whole day there. If you are looking for a quiet place with your family, friends or your lover, then you can come here to visit. Here you can spend a whole day enjoying a picnic, seeing colorful birds and feeling the wonderful views of sunset in the evening.

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