Maharaja Bhagyachandra (r. 1759–1798 CE) of Manipur State adopted Gaudiya Vaishnavism (Krishna oriented), documented and codified the Manipuri dance style, launching the golden era of its development and refinement. He composed three of the five types of Ras Lilas, the "Maha Ras", the "Basanta Ras" and the "Kunja Ras", performed at the Sri Sri Govindaji temple in Imphal during his reign and also the "Achouba Bhangi Pareng" dance. He designed an elaborate costume known as "Kumil" (the cylindrical long mini-mirror-embellished stiff skirt costume, that makes the dancer appear to be floating). The "Govinda Sangeet Lila Vilasa", an important text detailing the fundamentals of the dance, is also attributed to him. King Bhagyachandra is also credited with starting public performances of Raas Lila and Manipuri dances in Hindu temples.