Tamenglong
Nature's Abode
Tamenglong Tourism
Located in the state of Manipur, Tamenglong is a hill station that will be liked by all tourists who love outdoors.
The view of the mountain ranges, the unimaginable flora and fauna, the wonderful wildlife of the Himalayas as seen on the hills are all worth the visit to Tamenglong. The Barak river descends from the hilltop where Tamenglong is located. Tamenglong is known as the land of Hornbill. Great Pied Hornbill and Indian Pied Hornbill are two species that can are visible throughout the hills. The town is known for the oranges that it grows. Apart from this, there are many other wildlife flowers that blossom here. There are many other places for people to explore in Tamenglong. Some of them are the Tharon Caves, Zeilad lake, Buning Meadow etc. The majestic forest is home to many species of animals such as hog deers, leopards, wild dogs, hyenas etc. A nature lover will indeed have the best time here, basking in the natural beauty of the hills and the beautiful creatures of the forest. The culture of Tamenglong is very different and has a variety of things to explore.
Things to do in Tamenglong
Tamenglong Photos
Manipuri Culture
With a humid temperature during summers and extreme cold during winters, Tamenglong is a small hill station of Manipur. Tamenglong district is bounded by Senapati District. There are many places to travel in Tamenglong. One such place to visit is Kisha Khou. Kisha Khou is a cliff that is wonderful to trek. The beautiful Barak Waterfall is another tourist spot to visit. Handicrafts have been a part of the North-Eastern part of India for a very long time. Handicrafts are indigenous and mostly restricted to the local people of the town. The men and women work together, day and night, to create these gorgeous handcrafted things. Tamenglong is home for a majority of the Zeliangrong Naga tribe. According to history, Mongoloid groups including Zeliangrong Nagas were inhabiting the upper course of the Yangtze and Howang Ho rivers in China in the prehistoric times.
How to reach
The nearest railway station is Dimapur in Nagaland. This station connects all other cities especially the ones of the eastern side of the country. The nearest airport is the Imphal airport and is well connected with cities such as Delhi, Kolkata etc. Tamenglong is well connected via roadways as well.
How to Reach by Flight
The nearest airport is the Imphal airport and is well connected with cities such as Delhi, Kolkata etc. Flights frequent from major cities to this place and as it is a very secluded place, there is high security around such locations as well.
How to Reach by Train
The nearest railway station is Dimapur in Nagaland. This station connects all other cities especially the ones of the eastern side of the country.
How to Reach by Bus
Tamenglong is well connected via roadways as well. Buses, Taxis and private vehicles are available for the road.
How to Reach by Road
How to travel within
Since it is a small town, walking by foot or even using cycle rickshaws is a convenient way of travelling within the city.
Food of Manipur
The food here has many aromatic flavours and spices. There are many preparations of fish, rice and chillies. Rice here is very important and a staple diet in Manipur. Popular dishes around here are Eromba, Kangsoi, Ngri etc. There are many dishes prepared using Bamboo shoots. Chinese and continental food are very famous here.
Tamenglong Itinerary
DAY 1:
- Visit Zeiland Lake
-Visit Tharon Cave
-Visit Buning Meadow
-Visit River Barak
-Walk around the forest nearby
