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Kangla Fort
The sacred heart of Manipur.
- Status
- Royal citadel, heritage park
- Position
- Central Imphal
Kangla is the ancient royal citadel of Manipur at the centre of Imphal: coronation sites, the Govindajee-era temples, colonial-era remnants and the sacred Nungjeng pond, reopened to the public as a heritage park.
Quick answers
Kangla Fort at a glance
Why visit Kangla?
It is the historical and sacred centre of Meitei civilisation, right in the city.
Practicals
Permits & season
ILP required for Indian nationals; check the current advisory with us before booking, as ground conditions decide the plan.
October to March is the comfortable window in the Imphal valley; winters are crisp, monsoon months are wet.
When to go
Plan around these months
Nearby
Close enough to combine
Things to do
What you're here for
Kangla gates
The restored gates of the Meitei kings.
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Facts checked against the official Manipur tourism portal · Last verified 2026-09-26