Lord Sanamahi Temple

Nestled on the foothills of Imphal, the Lord Sanamahi Temple is one of Manipur’s most sacred and spiritually powerful sites. Dedicated to Lainingthou Sanamahi, the household deity of the Meitei people, the temple reflects ancient indigenous beliefs that predate Vaishnavism. Set amid quiet greenery, its simple yet deeply symbolic structure creates a calm, meditative atmosphere. Pure, peaceful, and rooted in tradition, this temple offers travelers a rare glimpse into Manipur’s oldest living faith and cultural soul.