Vishnu Temple In The Land Of Dancing Deer, Manipur

The ancient temple built in the early 1467 is situated in Bishnupur - the land of dancing deer, in the capital of Sikkim- Imphal. Bishnupur in Manipur is renowned for its historic temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The beautiful destination is situated on a foothill & belongs to the 15th century.

About the temple:

The antique temple has a flavor of the Chinese architecture with a single- celled conical roofed structure that has the Idol of the Indian deity Lord Vishnu. The temple built during the reign of King Kiyamba is a grand 2 storied building waith a large porch attached to the main temple. The interior & the exterior of the temple give perfect Chinese touch to the exquisite architecture.

Nearby attractions:

Bishnupur is a land of greenery & has the best picturesque for the eyes to feast on. Other than the ancient temple of Bishnupur there are a few more attractions to visit - Keibul Lamjao National Park, Loktak Lake, Ecological Park.

Best time to visit:

The peak time to visit Bishnupur is between the months of October to February.

Accommodation:

Tourists visiting from across the globe can occupy with the tourists lodges & the government rest house meant to satisfy the basic comforts of the visitors.

How to reach:

By Air - the nearest airport is at Imphal (32 km away). By Train - the nearest railhead is at Dimapur (229 km away).