What happens
The seed-sowing festival of the Naga tribes of Manipur, celebrated on 14–15 February and rotated between district headquarters each year. It marks the start of the agricultural season with the ceremonial sowing of the first seed, and brings together the state's Naga communities for dance, folk song and feasting in full traditional dress.
Why it matters
The common seed-sowing festival of Manipur's Naga tribes and their principal shared cultural occasion.
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While you are in Ukhrul
Places worth pairing with Lui-Ngai-Ni.
Photo: Kh Izaz / Google Maps
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Phangrei Lake
4FW9+X5P, Ukhrul, Manipur 795142, India
Ukhrul district. Reviews describe it as a trekking peak and overnight camping base — a real adventure-tourism asset.
- Distance from Imphal
- 65 km from Imphal
- Time to allow
- 2 hrs
Entry: Entry details on page
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Mova Cave
Hungpung, Manipur 795145, India
Reviews praise the view from above the cave mouth. One of the most-reviewed caves in the state.
- Distance from Imphal
- 47 km from Imphal
- Time to allow
- 2 hrs
Entry: Entry details on page
Photo: Dr.Athokpam Poireiton / Google Maps
ParkUkhrul
Ramrei Eco Tourism Park
Imphal - Ukhrul Rd, Ramrei Village, Kamjong, Manipur 795145, India
On the Imphal–Ukhrul road — a natural break point on the drive to Shirui.
- Distance from Imphal
- 22 km from Imphal
- Time to allow
- 2 hrs
Entry: Entry details on page
Photo: ABONA ATHOKPAM / Google Maps
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Nillai Tea Estate
Nilai Tea Estate
Talui, Ukhrul district
Manipur's organic green-tea garden, hand-plucked and sun-dried
- Distance from Imphal
- 57 km from Imphal
- Time to allow
- 2 hrs
Entry: Entry fee applies