Begin your day at Kangla Fort, the historic heart of Manipur. Explore key sights inside, including the Kangla Sha dragon statues, Govindajee Temple, and the Archaeological Museum.
Next, head to Ima Keithel, Asia’s largest women-run market. Discover a vibrant array of handicrafts, handloom products, Manipuri spices, and local snacks.
Continue to the Manipur State Museum, where you’ll find displays on Manipuri culture, tribal history, textiles, and archaeology.
Visit the Shri Govindajee Temple, an important Vaishnavite temple. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere for a quick prayer or photography.
Stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Choose from options like Luxmi Kitchen for an authentic Manipuri thali or Hotel Imphal Restaurant for general Indian cuisine. Try traditional dishes like Chamthong, Eromba, Singju, and black rice dessert.
After lunch, drive to Loktak Lake and Sendra Island. Enjoy views of floating phumdis and take an optional boat ride. Capture stunning photos at the Sendra viewpoint.
Optionally, visit the INA Museum in Moirang to see Subhash Chandra Bose’s artefacts and learn about the history of the INA.
Return to Imphal and end your day with an evening walk or shopping at BT Road Market or Paona Bazaar. Pick up souvenirs, shawls, black rice, bamboo crafts, and more.