Kangla fort
Overview
- •The Kangla, officially known as the Kangla Fort, is an old fortified palace at Imphal, in the Manipur state of India.
- •It was formerly situated on both sides (western and eastern) of the bank of the Imphal River, now remaining only on the western side in ruined conditions.
Highlights
- The Kangla, officially known as the Kangla Fort, is an old fortified palace at Imphal, in the Manipur state of India.
- It was formerly situated on both sides (western and eastern) of the bank of the Imphal River, now remaining only on the western side in ruined conditions.
- Kangla means "the prominent part of the dry land" in old Meetei.
- It was the traditional seat of the past Meetei rulers of Manipur.
- Kangla (Imphal) was the ancient capital of pre-modern Manipur.
Dress Code
Modest, respectful clothing is expected at this site.
History
- •The Kangla was the seat of administration of the Meitei rulers of the Ningthouja dynasty (33 CE to 1891 CE).
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The Kangla, officially known as the Kangla Fort, is an old fortified palace at Imphal, in the Manipur state of India. It was formerly situated on both sides (western and eastern) of the bank of the Imphal River, now remaining only on the western side in ruined conditions.
It is about 0.2 km from central Imphal.
The most comfortable months are January, February, March, April and May; September is the hottest, with highs around 30°C.
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Best Time
October to March
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