Nongshaba


Nongshaba or Kanglasha is a lion-like Dragon God in Sanamahism as well as Manipuri mythology. He is worshipped as the greatest of the Umang Lais in Kangleipak since time immemorial.The famous structure of the dragon is still standing in the Kangla Palace of Manipur.

Mythology

In Manipuri mythology, he is one of the three sons of Atingkok Maru Sidaba, the creator of the Universe. He is the brother of Lainingthou Sanamahi and Pakhangba.

Real Structures

Some of the most significant structures of Kanglasha or Nongshaba are found in Kangla Palace of Manipur. Unfortunately, they were destroyed by the British officials during the annexation of the Kangla Palace in June 20, 1891 AD. Later, when Manipur got independence in 1947, the structures were rebuilt with concrete items.