The sacred idol of Lord Hanuman is beautifully carved out on a large stone. The shrine lies among the dense forest of Mahabali. The sacred shrine stands like a great memento of one of the Hinduism cult known as Ramanandi in the state of Manipur.
Shrine’s History
This sacred Hindu worship place is constructed by Garib Niwaj, king of Manipur in the year of 1725 AD. It has been designed in hut-kind of Bengal state architecture. The sacred Mandapa of the shrine is situated before a temple premise displays the main structure of the temple. It is also covered with hemispherical dome structure and the sacred sanctum is raised like rectangular building structure above to roof. Moreover, double lotus structure is placed on a roof top. Beautiful Kalashas are also embodied on the crown. Moreover, on the kalashas, there is also an important vase that holds amazing pinnacle with sacred Nilchakra. Hanuman Jayanti, a festival dedicated to lord Hanuman is greatly celebrated in the area. During the festival, devotees all over the neighbouring parts of the state gather here to have Darshan and blessings of Lord Hanuman.
Shrine’s Map Location and How to Go There
By Road
Imphal city is well connected all other parts of the state by developed roads. Hence, visitors or devotees can easily get road-transportation such as buses, cars and taxis to reach the temple.
By Rail
Juribam railway station is the nearest railway station that connects the town to all other important cities or towns of the state. Hence, from a railway station, visitors or pilgrims can hire taxi, bus and cab to reach at Shri Hanuman Thakur temple which is situated only 54 km distance from railway station.
By Air
The nearest airport is situated at Imphal city.
Shrine Timings
5:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Events Celebrated at This Shrine
Hanuman Jayathi
Extra Information About this Shrine
The climate conditions of Imphal are very moderate during winters and summers. It means during summers temperature maximum rises to 35 degree Celsius while in winters it could drop down the minimum subzero level. However, during monsoon, the city enjoys consistent rainfalls thus not suggested to visit during this period. So the best time to visit at Shri Hanuman Thakur temple is from the month of September to April.
