Kindly Contact to this number to sponsor this Website
Phone Number:- 8929621726
Introduction and History
Old Shree Govindajee Temple is one of the most famous Vishnu and Krishna temples in Imphal, located next to the palace of the former rulers of the then Manipur Kingdom. The temple is simple in design with two gold plated domes, a paved court and a large, raised mantapa, or congregation hall. The central chamber of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) has the main deity of Govindaji, stated to be the incarnation of Lord Krishna, and his consort Radha. In the other two chambers of the sanctum, on either side of the main deity, images deified are of Balabhadra and Krishna on one side, and images of Jagannath, Subhadra and Balabhadra on the other side. Govindaji Temple was built in 1846 at Kangla by Nara Singh Maharaja. The temple was constructed in the year 1846. It collapsed in year 1869 due to an earthquake, but was reconstructed in the year 1874. The temple has an open verandah. The huge pillar-like structures outside the temple are unique and similar to some structures from the Indian history.
The temple is not used now for prayers and that’s now moved to the new temple. This old temple is located in the premises of Kangla fort. The architecture is beautiful. If you cant walk much or for the old people a golf cart can be hired at the entrance.
Temple is Located at southeast about 2.04 km in road way or 1.5 km in radius
As a Temple concern, The moments during morning and evening prayers time when temple always keeps full of devotees when the temple opens to visit and pray. Visitors and devotees can see many statues of holy deities like LORD BRAHMA, LORD SHIVA,LORD VISHNU AND MAA DURGA.
Devotees used to come to pray to Lord Ram, Maa Sita ,Laxmanji and Hanumanji also. Although,Temple is small and placed on the road as it is so beautiful and clean.
Temple people used to follow all covid 19 protocols . Temple is surrounded by Lots of Trees and fresh air as far as the environment is concerned.
The temple is now closest because it is shifted to the new Govindajee Mandir.
Photos
Presiding Deity
Lord Krishna Maa Radha and Lord Balrama❤️🙏
Timings
Monday to Sunday – Open timing 5am-12pm & 2:00 PM-9PM.
The summer season is perfect to visit as it is so cold in winters in MANIPUR which can cause Illness,difficulties.
Festivals
Krishna Janmashtami,Ram Navami,Diwali, Holi, Hanuman Jayanti, Dussehra,Durga Pooja,Gayatri Pooja, Saraswati puja,Mahashivratri, Prahalad Jayant,Navratris,
etc…
Basic services
Drinking Water Cooler , CCTV Security, Prashada Serving, Puja Samagri stalls etc..
Activities
Open the Darbar gates of Presiding Diety and pay Prayers after Bhagwan Subrabhat Bhauj.
Morning Vedic enchanting and Nature’s welcome (ethnic way).
Vedic Yagya- To purify our inner self for realization and world peace.
Tribute to five basic elements i.e. Land, Water, Sky, Fire and Air.
Pay the last pray of the day in evening after Presiding God Bhauj.
THINGS TO DO
MEDITATION
Discover inner peace and positive energy through the ancient practice of meditation
AYURVEDA
If you are looking for holistic physical healing through non-invasive methods, Ayurveda could be of interest to you.
ASTROLOGY
Wish to know more about your stars and your place in the firmament? Consult an astrologer.
ARADHANA and ARCHANA
Devotees and visitors come here to take experience of pure spiritualism and peace as they use to do visit every day and pray to
Lord Krishna Maa Radha and Lord Balrama ❤️🙏
Pooja, Aartis and Timing
Basically the Aartis to be performed as per the Concern Shraddhas of devotees and Concern Deities.
Believing Aartis are :
Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu & Lord Shiva at 5AM.
Lord Krishna, Maa Radha and Lord Balrama Pooja Aarti @5:30AM.
Lord Ram Maa Sita,Laxmanji and Hanuman ji Pooja at 6:00AM.
Dhyanam and “OM” Dhyanam at 6:30AM.
Note:The above timings are common but not accurate!
Nearby Famous Temples
Govindajee Mandir Imphal
ISCKON Imphal
Mahabali Mandir Imphal
Sanamahi Mandir Imphal
Gururariban Shri Krishna Mandir
Hiyangthang Lairembi Mandir Manipur etc..
Nearby Dharamshalas and Hotels
Click the link below to look upon Hotels-
Famous Markets
Please click the links below to know about Markets and Shops-
👉Famous for Shopping in Manipur.
Restaurants
Please click the links below to know about Restaurants-
Hospitals
City Hospital & Research Centre
JNIMS Medicine Ward
Mouradian Hospital etc..
Concern Police Stations
Porompat Police Station
RX45+JPJ, Thawanthaba Leirak, Imphal, Manipur 795005
S.P. Office Imphal East
RX57+RW5, Porompat, Manipur 795005
Women Police Station, Imphal East
Mini Secretariat Rd, Imphal, Manipur 795010
Names, phone numbers , photos and brief introduction of Pujaris, Archaks, Mahants and Management Committy.
Details to be taken.
Miscellaneous information
Details to be taken.
Legal information
The temple is situated on legal site taking care by Govt. and Mandir Community, there is no legal obligation on Temple Property or Temple Schedule, Criteria,Rules etc..
Samajik Sahayat,Goshalas, Sadhus, Sants, Mahants, Famous Dharmik Writers/ Musicians/Dancers/ Craftsmen around the Temple.
Initiattives like Pashu Sewa, Pakshi Sewa, Langar Sewa, Vedic Pathshalas etc Plannings in process.
There is a temple group of some devotees who use to role as band of temple as they do kirtans, Kathas and Narrating sewas time to time.
Mitra Mandal Link for Advice/Guidance*
Forms will be allow to fill for getting membership soon.
Modes of Travel
By Air
The nearest airport in Imphal is approximately 8 kilometres away from the main city and is well-connected with major domestic cities like Delhi, Kolkata and Guwahati. Some of the popular carriers who fly daily to Imphal are IndiGo, Jet Airways and Jet Lite. Once you reach at the Imphal airport, you can hire a prepaid or a private taxi outside the airport who will charge around Rs. 150 or more depending on which part of the city you want to go. This can be considered as the best mode of transport to reach the city. The nearest international airport to Imphal is in Kolkata which is well-linked with different cities across the globe.
By Road
Many state-run buses from Nagaland and Manipur Bus Corporation run from the neighbouring towns of Aizwal, Dimapur, Itanagar, Kohima, Shillong and Agartala. You can choose from a regular to a deluxe bus. The bus fare is usually economical.
By Train
Though Imphal is a major town but it does not have its own railway station and the nearest railway junction is in Dimapur which is approximately 215 kilometres away from the main city. Some of the popular trains that run from Dimapur are New Delhi Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express and Guwahati Rajdhani. The trains do not run daily so do check the schedule before booking it. Outside the Dimapur railhead, you can hire a taxi or in case you are looking for an economical option, you can also board a bus.
Shree Govindajee Temple is located in Imphal (in its East district), the capital of the Indian state of Manipur, in the precincts of the royal palace.Imphal is accessible by road and air services. National Highway 39 (India) connects with Dimapur (Nagaland) on the north and with Myanmar on the east. It is connected to Silchar in Assam by National Highway 53 (India). National Highway 150 (India) connects with Mizoram. The nearest rail link is at Dimapur, 215 kilometres (134 mi) away, from where regular bus services operate to Imphal. Air services operate to Imphal from New Delhi, Kolkata, Guwahati and Silchar.
👉Click HERE to know about weather in Imphal, Manipur.
(Kindly refresh the Weather Link after getting the page to know current weather information)
Address for Donation and visiting purpose
Old Govindaji Temple (unused now)
RW4V+HP2, Kangla, Imphal, Manipur 795001
Visitors Views from Google
Apart from the structural beauty, the divine rituals around the Temple are also the main centres of attraction for devotees. We at Mandir Darshan, we intend to provide you with the tiniest details of every temple and the rituals carried out in the premises. With us as your touring guides of Manipur, you are sure to explore and enjoy every bit of the numinous land. The Data mentioned above as links are taken from Google, YouTube, TripAdvisor, Just Dial, Wikipedia, Google Maps etc,. just for Knowledge purpose. There is no Followers or Money gaining intentions behind that!