Tourist Place in Bishnupur
| Location: | Bishnupur, Manipur, India |
Temperature:
| Summer: 43°C,29°C: Winter:23°C, 7°C |
STD Code:
| 3879 |
| Best Times: | November to March. |
Attractions:
| Keibul Lamjao National Park, The Bishnu Temple, Loktak Lake and Sendra Island |
Language:
| Meitei, Bishnupriya, Manipuri, Hindi, English, Mizo |
Keibul Lamjao National Park
Kelbul Lamjao National Park is situated 53km from imphala on the fringes of Loktak Lake. The only floating National Park in the World, on the Loktak Lake is the last natural habitat of "Sangai" - the dancing deer of Manipur. A glimpse of the deer in this unique wetland ecosystem is a must for any wildlife enthusiast.
The conical roofed shrine is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Built in 1467, during the reign of King Kiyamba, the temple is interesting for its antiquity and Chinese design. Bishnupur is also renowned for its stone production
Phubala resort is a virgin land 40 km south of Imphal . The marshy islands of Loktak actually float. Besides the human inhabitants of the lake, there are other life forms here too.
Loktak Lake and Sendra Island
Loktak Lake is a largest fresh water lake in the North-Eastern region located 48km from Imphal . Loktak Lake is a huge and beautiful stretch of water spread upto 312 sq. km area and looks like a miniature island sea.
This was established in the year 1992. The park houses - Rock Garden, Hawa Ghar, Circular Path and Japanese Pond. Boating facility is also available in the park at the Loukoipat Lake.