Shopping in Manipur

Manipur is the flourishing, emerald terrain of rolling plains and dense forests in the north eastern part of India. Nestled beneath the Sub-Himalayan range of hills in the North and North East is the state of Manipur in India. The culture of Manipur is rich embroidery infused with multicolored yarns of distinguished heritage of all the races that populate her. The people of Manipur are traditional craftsmen. The skilled Manipuri hands make lovely handiwork and handloom pieces, which make shopping in Manipur a pleasant experience in the state of Manipur. They have an enchanting range of fabric and embroidery in distinctive shade and design. Not only that, artifacts made of bamboo, papier mache, cane and wood, crafted out by the manipuris make for prized items for shopping in Manipur. It is also not unusual to find a general assortment of specialty handicrafts from neighboring northeastern states.

There are a number of Governments Emporia and also some private outlets for shopping in Manipur. Khwairamband market is the largest exclusive women's market in the country, where a visit is a must.

Some of the famous items if Manipur are as follows:

• Manipuri bed covers of Moirangfee
• Cane and bamboo work and wood carving
• Hand-woven and embroidered textiles
• Mats made of water reed
• Manipuri dance doll
• Shawls and blankets

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