Snuggling profound within a verdant emerald spot of North East India is the wondrously gorgeous little Shangrila called Manipur. The literal meaning of the word ‘Manipur’ is "A jeweled land". This little corner is a veritable, paradise on earth where Mother Nature has showered her bounty extra benignly. Manipur`s salubrious and striking scenery, shaman surroundings and clean climate are all that fascinate tourists. Untouched and undiscovered, Manipur assures to be a fabulous tourist detection of the 21st century. An egg-shaped valley bounded by blue green hills, rich in art and tradition has enthused metaphors such as the "Switzerland of the East" with cascading rapids, tripping rivers, carpets of flowers and exotic blooms.