Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Main view showing Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style temple from Ahom Period
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Main view showing Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style temple from Ahom Period
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Main view showing Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style temple from Ahom Period
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
Mahabali Temple Imphal - Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur - Detailed architectural view of temple with Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style design elements
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Thangapat Mapal, Imphal West, Imphal (795001), Manipur, India, Manipur
Built c. 1740 CE

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The Mahabali Temple's construction around 1740 CE, under the patronage of Maharaja Garib Niwaj (Pamheiba), marks a pivotal moment in Manipur's religious history. Garib Niwaj, a transformative ruler, was instrumental in the formal adoption of Vaishnavism, yet his reign also saw a complex integration of indigenous Meitei traditions. The temple's dedication to Mahabali, a benevolent Asura king from Puranic lore, rather than a mainstream Vaishnavite deity, underscores this syncretic approach, suggesting an accommodation or reinterpretation of existing local beliefs within the burgeoning Hindu framework. This architectural endeavor thus stands as a tangible testament to the nuanced religious policies of the Kangla rulers during a period of profound cultural transition. Following its initial construction, the temple endured the devastating period of the Burmese Invasions, known as Chahi Taret Khuntakpa (the Seven Years Devastation, c. 1758-1819 CE). This era inflicted immense destruction upon Manipur's cultural and religious infrastructure, and the Mahabali Temple, being a prominent royal establishment, undoubtedly suffered significant damage. Its subsequent reconstruction in the late 19th century CE, after the withdrawal of Burmese forces, symbolizes the Meitei people's resilience and their unwavering commitment to restoring their sacred spaces and cultural identity in the aftermath of prolonged conflict and devastation. The temple's survival and revival speak volumes about its enduring historical importance to the Manipuri kingdom.

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Built in the Manipuri Nagara architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Kalinga architecture style, Hindu Temple architecture style style, showcasing traditional construction methods and artistic craftsmanship.

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