Kangla Archaeological Museum
| Place | Imphal |
|---|---|
| State | Manipur |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 2017 |
| Museum Type | Archaeological and Historical (Site Museum) |
| National Importance Museum | Yes |
| Address | Kangla Port, Kangla, Imphal, Manipur 795001 |
| Visiting Time | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Closed on Mondays) |
| Entry Fee | Ticket: Adults: ₹20 Children: ₹10 Foreigners: ₹200 |
Museum Introduction
Located within the historic Kangla Fort the traditional seat of the Meitei rulers the Kangla Museum was established to document the 2,000-year-old history of the Kingdom of Manipur. The museum serves as a repository for the archaeological remains and cultural heritage recovered from the fort premises, highlighting the fort's significance as both a political powerhouse and a sacred spiritual site.
General Collections
The museum features a wide array of artifacts including ancient stone inscriptions, royal regalia, traditional weaponry (swords, shields, and spears), and historical maps of the Manipur kingdom. It also contains detailed models of the original fort structures that were destroyed during the Anglo-Manipur War of 1891.
Unique Historical Collections
The museum houses the Royal Boat (Hiyang Hiren), an exquisitely carved traditional Meitei racing boat believed to possess spiritual powers. It also displays rare portraits of the Manipuri kings (Meidingus) and documents related to the genealogy of the Ningthouja dynasty.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum is a central feature of the Kangla heritage walk. Visitors often combine a visit here with the sacred "Kangla Sha" (reconstructed dragon lion statues) and the Govindaji Temple ruins within the fort. |
| Artifacts | Hiyang Hiren (Royal Dragon Boat); Ancient Brahmi-inscribed stone slabs; Bronze cannons from the colonial era; Traditional Meitei costumes and headgears; Genealogical scrolls of the royal family. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details |
+91 385 245 0041 (Directorate of Art & Culture Manipur) |
Artifact Gallery
