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It is
believed that during the reign of Bhagyachandra Maharaj (1763-98 A.D.)
the sacred idol of Shree Shree Govindaji was sculptured from the parts
of a jackfruit tree cut from Kaina in complying to a dream in which
the King saw the image of the Lord in certain manifestation.
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The idol of
the Lord, being sacred from the ardent vaishnavites, Kaina therefore
assumed importance as the place where the image of the Lord originated
and consequently became an important religious and historical place
for Meitei Hindus. |
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The site is
now a holy place for devout pilgrims. |
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Rasleelas
are performed here in the name of the Lord, and dedicated to
Bhagychandra Maharaj. |
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The total
area covered under the Act is 22 x 18.40 sq.m |
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Kaina is
located in Thoubal district and is around 35 Kms to the east of Imphal
on the Imphal-Yairipok road. |
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A trip to
Kaina covers a picturesque journey across the Ngariyan hill
which is noted for pineapple cultivation. |
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