Historically, the town of Moirang is famous for the ancient temple of the deity, Lord Thangjing and the legendary love story of "Khamba Thoibi". In a village name Ngangkhaleikai, the old cloth used by Khamba and Nongban are still preserved. The epic story of "Khamba-Thoibi" begins between a beautiful princess name Thoibi daughter of King Wangon Ningthou Chingkhu Naha Telheiba.and an orphan boy name Khamba. Khamba was raised up by her own sister when both their parent died at their very young age. Khamnu used to go aroundthe village for pounding grain and lend a hand to others household works at her young age. In return she fed her brother from the less amount of grain that others paid in gratitude of helping to their household works.
Powerful clan
In ancient times, the king of Moirang was considered as the most powerful among the seven clan kings of Manipur. Till the end of Khamba-Thoibi era the Burmese King paid the annual war reparations money to the Moirang king.
Mairembam Koireng Singh was the first elected Chief Minister of Manipur. He was elected as Chief Minister of Manipur thrice.
Culture
The Month long Lai Haraoba festival held between mid May to June originated from Moirang. The graceful Khamba Thoibi dance also originated here at Moirang.
Geography
Moirang is located at. It has an average elevation of 766 metres.
Tourist places
Ibudhou Thangjing Temple: It is an ancient temple of Moirang, dedicated to Lord Thangjing. Lai Haraoba festival is found at its greatest pace here.
Indian National Army complex: Apart from being an ancient suzerainty, Moirang today, is all the more akin to India's political history. It was on 14 April 1944 that the flag of the Indian National Army was for the second time hoisted on the Indian Soil of Moirang about 45 km away from Imphal, the capital of Manipur. The INA Museum at Moirang is a treasure of relics connected with Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's struggle against British imperialism to emancipate the Indian motherland.
Loktak lake: The legendary Loktak lake of Manipur is said to be largest fresh water lake in the entire North East. The lake, in fact, has an intrinsic influence on the economy of communities who inhabit the surroundings of the lake by its natural produce like fish and other varieties of vegetables from the greenery around the lake.
Sendra Island: Sendra, although a small hillock entangled by the lake-water on all sides is linked with the mainland through a pathway. A tourist-lodge is put up on the hill-top which is equipped with modern amenities including a Cafeteria.
Keibul Lamjao National Park: The only floating National Park in the world, on the Loktak Lake is the last natural habitat of the Sangai the dancing deer of Manipur. A glimpse of the deer in this unique wetland ecosystem is a must for any wildlife enthusiast. Other wildlife to mention a few are: Hog deer, Otter and a host of water fowls and migratory birds can also be sighted during November to March. The forest Department of Manipur maintains watch towers and two rest houses within the park.
Phubala: This is another locality with a close affinity to Moirang as well as the lake of Loktak, on the bank of which the place is situated. Boating as well as other water relocated sports are being introduced at Phubala. The story of Phubala Hanuba is an episode with terrific humour within the trend of the story of Khamba – Thoibi.
Transports and communication
Moirang is well connected by Imphal and Churachandpur through NH:-150. Moirang-Kumbi and Moirang-Thanga are the other important district roads which connected to Moirang town.
Demographics
India census, Moirang had a population of 16,684. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. Moirang has an average literacy rate of 64%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 71%, and female literacy is 55%. In Moirang, 13% of the population is under 6 years of age.
