Temples In India

Manipur Shri Gopinath Mandir

It is considered among one of the largest temple in the state. The temple has been designed in medieval style of Indian architecture. Moreover, the temple is also known for its great number of devotees, about ten Lakh pilgrims visit here every year.

It is a known fact that Manipur is a land of sacred temples. Hence devotees or visitors from all over parts of the country visit here to see various ancient and modern temples in the state. The sacred Shri Gopinath temple is known for its main deity Gopinath and various religious festivals such as Diwali, Holi, Durga Puja and Krishna Janma. During the festival season, visitors or devotees from all parts of the country visit here to have sacred Darshan of Shri Gopinath.

History

Manipur is known for its various sacred Hindu temples. This sacred temple has been designed in medieval Indian style of architecture which is quite common in the state. The main attraction of the temple is its main deity Shri Gopinath. It is said that Shri Gopinath Mandir was built by king of Manipur when he saw an incredible dream. The mystical and spiritual aura of the temple attracts not only devotees but also visitors towards it. Various important Hindu festivals are greatly celebrated in the temple area. Hence, during the festival, it becomes a crowded place.

How to Reach

By Air

The nearest airport is situated at Imphal thus visitors can get direct flights to Imphal from various domestic airports in the country.

By Rail

It is a known fact that Imphal city is well connected with all other major cities or towns of the state by railway networks. Some of the nearest railway stations are Jiribam railway station 94 km, Jirighat railway station 98 km and Daotuhaja railway station 103 km distance from Ningthoukhong area.

By Road

Visitors or pilgrims can easily get road-transportation such as buses, taxis and cabs.

Weather and Time to Visit

Imphal city has changeable climate conditions. It means during the winters, it becomes cold and temperature dropping down to subzero level while in summers it becomes hot and scorching and temperature rises to 35 degree Celsius. However, monsoon in the city offer heavy rainfalls thus not perfect time to visit. So the best time to visit at Shri Gopinath Mandir or temple is from the month of September to April.

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