Meitei architecture, sometimes also referred to as Manipuri architecture, is the architecture produced by the Meitei speaking people, whose culture flourished in the Kangleipak kingdom and its neighbouring kingdoms from the middle of the fifteenth century BC. The Meitei architecture is best known for its temples (Laishang, Kiyong, Thellon), found scattered in the Kangleipak (present day Manipur). Other architectural forms that are still in existence are the grand gates (Hojang), Traditional houses (Yumjao), Public houses (Sanglen), Official buildings (Loishang), etc.[1][2]
Styles
editMeitei-style temples and other buildings are easily distinguished by the Holy Chirong (horns) at the top of the roof. Some significant examples include Hiyangthang Lairembi Temple and Sanamahi Kiyong Temple.[3] There are also animal figures such as bulls and buffaloes carved on the walls.[4]
Gallery
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Grand gate of Shrine of Lord Khamlangba, with a holy horn in the top
See also
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edit- ^ "Scientific Principles of Ancient Manipuri Yumjao House and its Courtyard By Khwairakpam Gajananda". www.e-pao.net.
- ^ http://e-pao.net/epSubPageExtractor.asp?src=%20manipur.Arts_and_Culture.Meitei_Yumjao_The_Endangered_Art [bare URL]
- ^ "SANAMAHI KIYONG TEMPLE - India". IMPHAL EAST DISTRICT, GOVERNMENT OF MANIPUR. 2018-07-20. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
- ^ "Arts and Architecture of manipur". Webindia123.com.