Thangjing Hill

Thangjing Hill is a hill range in the Himalayan state of Manipur, India. The hill range is the abode of God Eputhou Thangjing and other Meitei deities in Meitei mythology. The temple of Lord Eputhou Thangjing at the Hill top is a major pilgrimage site for followers of Sanamahi faith in Manipur.[1][2][3]

Not to be confused with Ibudhou Thangjing Temple.

Indian Airlines Flight 257 crashed into the hill range on 16 August 1991, killing all 69 people on board.[4]

Thangjing Hill
Highest point
Elevation1,684 m (5,525 ft)
Coordinates24°28′0.7″N 93°39′42″E 
Geography
LocationChuranchandpur, Manipur
CountryIndia

Mythology
Main article: Meitei mythology

In Meitei mythology, the hill is mainly associated with the deity Lord Eputhou Thangjing who is the Guardian of the mountain and the protector of the South of the Kanglei world. The hill is also mentioned in the great Meitei epic poetry of Khamba Thoibi.[1][5]

See also

References
  1. "Thangjing Hill (Thangjinghill) Map, Weather and Photos - India: mountain - Lat:24.4667 and Long:93.6667". www.getamap.net. Retrieved 2020-12-23.
  2. "Thangjing Hill". Mapcarta. Retrieved 2020-12-23.
  3. ", - Geographical Names, map, geographic coordinates". geographic.org. Retrieved 2020-12-23.
  4. Ranter, Harro. "ASN Aircraft accident Boeing 737-2A8 Advanced VT-EFL Imphal Municipal Airport (IMF)". aviation-safety.net. Retrieved 2020-12-23.
  5. "Youths killed in clash over worship". www.telegraphindia.com. Retrieved 2020-12-23.
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