This is the golden temple of Imphal, which is an
important Vaishnavait centre. This temple is dedicated is Lord Krishna also
popularly called 'Govinda'.
Shri Govindaji temple is the house of four deities, who
are actually common forms of the one and only- Lord Vishnu, Preserver of the
Hindu trinity. Inside this temple a shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu is
placed, with those of Balaram and Krishna on one side, and of Lord Jagannath
on the other side. Prayers and dances on the Krishna theme are held here
regularly.
Structurally, this temple consists of two golden
ceremonial domes and a huge raised hall. It is situated in the heart of the
town adjoining an old palace, and is highly revered by the people of
Manipur.
Langthaband: Langthabnand is an historic palace situated
on the Indo-Burma road, in the hilly terrenes of Imphal. This ancient palace
is nestled among formally planted pine and jack fruit trees and also houses
a number of house and temples. Over looking the University of Imphal, this
place is located at a distance of 8 km., from it.