Sanamahi Temple

Sanamahi Temple or Sanamahi Sanglen is a temple of Lainingthou Sanamahi, the supreme deity of Sanamahism.[1] It is located in the Sanakhwa Yaima Kollup near Kangla Palace in Imphal West district of Manipur, India. It is one of the oldest temples in Asia. However, it is often confused with the Sanamahi Kiyong Temple, situated in the hilltop of the Nongmaiching Hill of Imphal East district of Manipur. It is one of the largest Kanglei temples in the state.

Not to be confused with Sanamahi Kiyong Temple.
Sanamahi Temple
Religion
AffiliationSanamahism
DistrictImphal West District
DeityLainingthou Sanamahi
FestivalsSajibu Nongma Panba, Sanamahi Cheng Heiba, Mera Hou Chongba , Sanamahi Ahong Khong Chingba, Kaang Chingba, etc.
Governing bodyLainingthou Sanamahi Temple Board
Location
LocationFirst Manipur Rifles Ground, Sanakhwa Yaima Kollup
StateManipur
CountryIndia
Architecture
CreatorKing Kulachandra
Date established1891AD
Completed1891 AD
Specifications
Temple(s)1
Monument(s)1

Construction

It is reconstructed during the reign of king Kulachandra Singh of Manipur (princely state) in 1891 AD. It is one of the oldest temple in Asia. It is built in a Gothic style for the roof. In its southern side, there is a flying advance. The structure is raised in an octagonal base. It is currently located in the 1st Manipur Rifles Ground at Imphal West district of Manipur.

Significance

It is one of the main tourist spots in the state as well as a religious destination of the followers of Sanamahism, including the Manipuri aka Meitei people, Kabui, Bishnupriya Manipuri people and Zeliangrong people across the globe.

References
  1. https://www.tripadvisor.in/Attraction_Review-g668085-d5782248-Lord_Sanamahi_Temple-Imphal_Imphal_West_District_Manipur.html

See Also

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