Although Tripura offers variety of attractions in the form of Archeological sites like magnificent palaces, splendid rock-cut carvings, stone images, Religious sites like temples of Hindu and Buddhists, Folk and tribal culture and ethnic artifacts, vast natural as well artificial lakes, hill station, wild life sanctuaries within a small geographical area, this state is always neglected in the mainstream tourist circuits in India. Travelers have plenty of opportunities to enjoy the states beautiful forests and valleys, colorful historical heritages, etc.
The name Tripura is said to be originated from its ancient ruler ‘King Tripur’. Tripura is surrounded by Bangladesh on its North, South and West. The state is connected with the rest of India by NH-44 that runs through Assam and Meghalaya.
Geography of Tripura:-
- The total geographical area is 10492 sq. Km.
- Average altitude 12.8 meters.
- Temperature ranges from 20 to 360 C during Summer (June to September). In winter 13 to 270 C.
- Major rivers of Tripura are Khowai, Dhalai, Manu, Juri, Longai, Gumti, Muhuri and Feni.
Major Destinations of Tripura: –
Agartala: – Agartala is the capital of Tripura and the largest city in the state. Well-connected by Road, Railway and Air with rest of the country. It is also one of the cleanest city in India. Food hunter would find Agartala as a hotplate of street food at a cheaper rate than other parts of India. Indeed one can travel within the city in shared autos at low hire.
Must see in Agartala: –
The Ujjayanta Palace: – The Ujjayanta Palace situated in the heart of the city is the major tourist attraction for its stunning beauty and to experience to witness the living history of Tripura. Now it is the state Museum of Tripura displaying art and heritage of Tripura. Art lovers can find the original paintings of Raja Ravi Verma at this palace.
Akhaura Integrated Check Post :- Akhaura Agartala Intergrated check post is the Wagha Boarder of North East. The flag down ceremony of India and Bangladesh is worth seeing experience for a traveller. This check post is created in 2013 to make hassle free international movement of both passenger and freight. It has a mini stadium for the shows.
Alpana Gram, Agartala: – 6 Kms away from the Ujjayanta Palace of Agartala. Alpana Gram is located in Lonkamura village. The main objective of the village is revive the old memories of arts of Women of Rural Bengal. Started by the students and Teachers of Art College, Agartala
Neermahal, the Water Palace: – This palace was built by Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya in the middle of the Rudrasagar lake. This is a beautiful fairytale palace used as summer capital by the kings. Neermahal is 53 Kms away from Agartala in Sepahijala District.
Unakoti : – Unakoti is famous for huge rock sculptures and vertical rock cuts of 6th to 7th Century. The rock cuts depreciate the shiva of the Hindus. It is also pilgrimage site of Tripura. The gigantic head cuts of Shiva and Ganesha has special attraction among the tourists. The central gigantic carving of Shiva is known as Unakotiswara Kal Bhairava. All stone carvings are located in the beautiful landscape of the Unakoti Forest.
Pilak: – Pilak Archeological site is situated in Jolaibari , South Tripura. It is the treasure house of Hindu and Buddhist sculptures dates back to 8th century. Pilak festival has been organized every year in the month of December.
Buddhist Stupa, Baxanagar, Sepahijala: -The ruins of Buddha Stupa found recently after denudation of natural forest area. It is 32 Kms away from Agartala along with the boarder of Bangladesh at Baxanagar. Hidden mystery under earth yet to reveal by the Archeologcal survey of India .
