Ideal Duration: 2-3 hours
Open Time: Throughout the year
Nearest Airport: Imphal International, Kumbhirgram
Nearest Railway Station: SILCHAR
Maniharan tunnel is a popular tourist attraction situated in Silchar Assam. According to Hindu mythology, this tunnel was constructed during the days of Lord Krishna, and this tunnel was once used by him.
It is also said that Lord Krishna used this tunnel for visiting the region of Silchar. You can also spot engravings of Hindu religious figures depicting Lord Rama, Lord Krishna, Lord Hanuman, and Shri Garuda on the interior walls of the tunnel.
The holy river Tribeni flows below the Maniharan tunnel. This place also counted as a sacred place, and pilgrims visit here on a large scale.
The festivals of Shivratri and Holi celebrated every year, adjacent to this tunnel which brings this place to life.
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