Shri Govindjee Temple

Location

This temple adjacent to the palace of the former rulers of Manipur, is a sacred center for Vaisnavites. It is a simple and beautiful structure with twin gold domes, a paved courtyard and a large congregation hall. The presiding deity, Radha Govinda is flanked by idols of Balaram and Krishna on one and Jaganath, Balabhadra and Subhadra on the other

This place was considered to be the highest place for any cultural activity during the times of the Maharajas. Located at a place near the Royal palace of past Maharajas, it has two domes and a raise congregation hall to keep the sacred deities in their place, aloof and high.

Shree Govindajee Temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna. It is one of the most important temples of Manipur. The shrine houses images of different forms of deities, and all of them are the forms of Lord Vishnu. According to Hindu mythology Lord Vishnu is considered as the preserver of the universe. Lord Krishna can be seen in the form of Govinda inside the shrine. Vaishnavaites held this temple in high esteem and devotees from far and wide come here for worshipping the lord. It is situated in Imphal, the capital city of Manipur. Wonderful dances are also performed in the complex of the temple. The image of lord Vishnu is surrounded by the idols of Balarama and Krishna on one side and Jagannatha on the other.