The northeastern block of India comprises of seven states, popularly known as seven sisters. Manipur is one of the states, which has been covered with fame and is known in every corner of the globe for its pure and rich cultural heritage also for Sports. Out of the state's eight districts, Tamenglong is located along the western boundary of the state. Tamenglong is the land of exotic orchids. Tamenglong in Manipur is completely composed of hill ranges and narrow valleys. The hilltops and valley sides are dotted with small hamlets, located at strategic points. The land was believed to have been formed due to organic movement during cretaceous and Eocene period. The main rock formations are sandstone, shale, schist. Due to weak and fragile nature of rocks and high gradient of the hill slopes, landslide is a common phenomenon in the whole district in rainy season.Tamenglong district of Manipur is blessed with topography of irregular undulation. Tamenglong in Manipur has in its small area most of the awesome features that nature mould to a hilly terrain. Turbulent waters, roaring waterfall, pitching dark caves, enchanting lakes of the wilderness, rocks chiselled to wondrous form and yet the thick blanket of dense tropical forest most part of which are still virgin.
How to reach Tamenglong.
Airport : Imphal Airport, lies 8 km from Imphal city toward south. Imphal connects the place with Guwahati, Delhi, and Calcutta. Indian Airlines connects Imphal with Delhi via Guwahati on a daily basis.
Railhead : Dimapur, 215 km from Imphal, is the nearest railhead for Manipur. Tamenglong HQ can be reached through Roadways from Imphal (State Capital).
Road Transport : Imphal is connected by road with Dimapur by National Highway 39 and Silchar by National Highway 53. Tamenglong HQ can be reached through Roadways from Imphal (State Capital).
Places to visit in Tamenglong.
The Waterfalls at the River Barak
Along the river Barak there are seven waterfalls in series at close range. The picture is at the third step of the waterfall.
Tharon Cave
The famous Tharon cave is located at about 27 kms from the district HQ. The map of the entire cave is engraved and painted on a stone at the main entrance. Archeological excavation of the cave shows affinities with Hobinian culture of North Vietnam.
Zeilad lake
The legendary Zeilad lake at Makoi (Atengba) is associated with a number of pythons, fishes and water birds. There are six other lakes nearby Guiphop Zei, Nrou Zei, Nap-sam Zei etc.
Buning (N-piulong)
The Buning (N-piulong) meadow is located on the western side of the picturesque Tamei town. A number of well-groomed uneven small mounts, numerous glittering brooks are located at the stretch. In the month of June the meadow is coloured with enchanting groud orchids and various wild lilies.
A glance of the district is as below as per 1991 census:
Geographical Area : 4,391 sq Kms.
Population : 1,11,493 (2001 cesus)
Altitude: (above MSL) 1260 m
Latitude (HQ): 24.59 N
Longitude (HQ): 93.30 E
Humidity:76 (Min) 92 (Max)
Rainfall (HQ): 3135 mm.
Temparature: 31oC (Max)4oC (Min)
Sub-Divisions
Tamenglong
Tamei
Tousem
Nungba
Main Tribes (Inhabitants)
Zeliangrong Nagas
Kuki
Chiru
Hmar
Khasi
National Highways:NH 53
State Highways
I.T. Road
Old Cachar Road
Tamenglong Khongsang Road
Major rivers
Iyei
Irang
Barak
Makru
