Tripura
Travel to Tripura in order to explore the fascinating aspect of the state.
Tripura reflects a composite culture with several ethnic groups residing in the
State. Though the cultural heritage of one community differs from the other but
the multifaceted efforts have mingled them into a single whole giving birth to a
unique cultural genre. Tripura can be termed as a Laboratory of exotic cultural
synthesis. Discover the beauty of the state as you plan to travel across this
magnificent Indian state. Discover the state as you plan to explore its
bounteous nature.
Tripura acceded to the Indian Union in 1949. This anicient land of mysterious
past is located in the north Eastern region of India between 22.56 and 24''.32'
North latitude and 92"09' and 92"20' east longitude and is bounded on the north
west south and south east by the international boundary of Bangladesh. In the
east it has a common boundary with Assam abd Mizoraam. 60% of the total area
eco-friendly envirnoment and pleasant weather of this panaromic tiny state with
an area of about 10,500 sq. kms. is inhabited largely by 19 tribes, Bengali,
Manipuri and other communities.
There is a common belief that the name
of the State has originated from "Tripura Sundari" - the presiding deity of the
land which is famous as one of the 51 pethos of Hindu Pilgrims. Apart from this
traditional view it is believed that originally the land was known as "Tuipra"
meaning a land adjoining the water. It is fact that in days of yore the
boundaries of Tripura was extended up to the Bay of Bengal when its rulers held
sway from Garo hills to Arakan.
Getting There :
- By Air: Connected with Guwahati and Calcutta by Indian Airlines. The Airport is 10 K.M. away from the City.
- By Rail: The nearest Rail head is Kumarghat on NorthEast Frontier Railway. It is i475 K.M. from Calcutta-via-Guwahati.
- By Road: 1808 K.M. from Calcutta. 597 K.M. from Guwahati, 496 K.M. from Shillong and 308 K.M. from Silchar. Agartala is connected by regular bus services with all Sub-divisional towns of Tripura. Besides, bus service is also available for Silchar, Guwahati, Karimganj and Shillong.
Fast Facts :
- Area: 10,486 sq km
- Population: 3.1 million
- Capital: Agartala
- Languages Spoken: Bengali, Kokborak, Hindi, English
- Best Time to visit: September to March
- Major City: Agartala
Tourist Attractions :
Agartala :
Agartala,
the capital of Tripura is rich in flora and fauna and is a mini storehouse of
rich cultural diversity. It gained prominence when Maharaja Krishna Manikya
shifted his capital here in the 19th century. It has one of the loveliest State
Assembly and a number of lakes in different parts of the city that attract many
tourists.
Ujjavanta Palace :
In the heart of the city,
spread over an area of almost one square kilometre, this mighty palace was built
in Indo-Saracenic style by Maharaja Radha Kishore Manikya Bahadur during
1899-1901. It new houses the State Legislative Assembly. The ceiling of the
Chinese room, the carved doors, the water pools arid the fountains reflect the
grandeur of the bygone days.
Mata Tripureswari Temple
:
This temple is one of the 51 pithasthans in India as per Hindu
mythology. As per mythology, Lord Vishnu had cut off the body of Mata Sati into
51 pieces by Sudarshana Chakra and all these pieces fell at different places
throughout the country.
Kunjaban Palace
(Vaijayanta palace) :
Now Raj Bhavan, the official residence of the
Governor, the palace was constructed by Maharaja Birendra Klshore Manikya
Bahadur in 1917. Rabindranath Tagore had stayed in this palace during his
seventh and last visit to Tripura in 1926.
Neermahal :
Neermahal, also known as the 'water palace' is built
in the middle of the Rudrasagar Lake. It was the summer palace of the Maharaja
Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya and was constructed in 1930. The palace shows the
influence of the Mughal architecture. The exterior and the garden have been
renovated but the interior needs to be restored. The reflection of the domes and
pavilions look marvelous in the lake. The rooms of the palace can be approached
only through the boats.
