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8 Traditional indigenous games of Manipur

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The game called Sagol Kangjei, which people in other countries now call Polo, originally comes from Manipur. Many people all around the world play Polo today.

Sagol Kangjei

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Thang Ta is a traditional martial art from Manipur in Northeast India. It's a part of Manipur's rich history of heroes and warriors.

Thang Ta

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Yubi Lakpi, a game similar to Rugby, is an ancient game of Manipur played with a coconut. It is played with two sides having seven players on each side.

Yubi Lakpi, Manipur

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Sarit Sarak is a unique martial art that focuses on hand-to-hand combat. It's different from other martial arts.

Sarit Sarak

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Khong Kangjei, also called foot hockey or Manipuri hockey, is a sport a lot like field hockey.

Khong Kangjei

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This game is a type of wrestling from Manipur, where two men compete to see who is stronger and more skilled.

Mukna

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It involves special boats called Hiyang Hiren, which are believed to have spiritual powers. This event is connected to religious ceremonies.

Hiyang Tannaba

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In this game, people play on the ground inside a large building. They use a flat and long tool called "Kang," which is usually made from ivory or lac, to hit fixed targets.

Kang

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