Lamphelpat is a picturesque town situated in the northern part of
Imphal City. It is the headquarters of
Imphal West District. Manipur Zoological Garden, in the western part of the town, is the main tourist attraction. Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, established in 1972, is also located here.
Lamphelpat is around 6 km from Imphal. Imphal Airport, 8 km south of Imphal, is the nearest airport. Jiribam, 200 km west of Imphal, is the nearest railhead.