ima keithal

With a name that translates to ‘Jewelled Land', this beautiful northeastern state offers much to travellers in search of rich cultural traditions and strikingly scenic vistas.

Located in the heart of Imphal, Ima Keithal has long been an important meeting ground and trading hub of Manipur. Run entirely by women, this sprawling 500-year-old market represents the life and ethos of a state where women have long been at the forefront of commerce and socio-political protests.