Quick Facts
- Capital: Agartala
- Largest City: Agartala
- Official Languages: Bengali, Kokborok, English
- Formation: 21 January 1972
- Nicknames: “Queen of Hills”
- Borders: Bangladesh, Assam, Mizoram
- UNESCO Sites: None
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History & Heritage
Tripura has a royal history influenced by the Manikya kings, Mughal suzerainty, and British rule before joining India in 1949.
- Manikya Dynasty: Built iconic palaces and temples.
- Colonial Period: Princely state under British India.
- Statehood: Achieved on 21 January 1972.
Geography & Climate
Tripura is surrounded by hills, valleys, and rivers with a tropical monsoon climate.
- Rivers: Gomati, Manu, Khowai.
- Climate: Warm summers, heavy monsoon, mild winters.
Top Places to Visit (Handpicked)
- Ujjayanta Palace: Iconic royal palace and museum.
- Neermahal: Water palace in Rudrasagar Lake.
- Unakoti: Rock carvings and ancient sculptures.
- Jampui Hills: Scenic hill station.
- Tripura Sundari Temple: One of 51 Shakti Peethas.
- Dumboor Lake: Picturesque lake with boating.
- Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary: Wildlife and birdwatching.
Royal Palaces & Heritage
- Ujjayanta Palace: Stunning Indo-European architecture.
- Neermahal: Palace on the water.
- Kunjaban Palace: Scenic hilltop palace.
Festivals of Tripura
- Kharchi Puja: Worship of 14 deities.
- Durga Puja: Grand celebrations in Agartala.
- Garia Puja: Tribal festival of prosperity.
Cuisine – What to Eat
Tripuri cuisine features rice, fish, and bamboo shoot dishes.
- Staples: Rice, fish curries.
- Specials: Mui Borok (traditional tribal dish), bamboo shoot pickle.
Arts, Handicrafts & Culture
- Bamboo and cane crafts.
- Traditional tribal dances like Hojagiri.
- Handloom weaving (Risa and Pachra).
Adventure & Wildlife
- Trekking at Jampui Hills.
- Wildlife spotting in Sepahijala Sanctuary.
- Boating at Dumboor Lake.
How to Reach
- By Air: Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport (Agartala).
- By Rail: Agartala Railway Station.
- By Road: NH8 connects to Assam and Mizoram.
Best Time to Visit
October to March is best for travel.
Sample Itineraries
3 Days – Agartala & Surrounds
- Day 1: Ujjayanta Palace & Agartala sightseeing.
- Day 2: Neermahal & Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Day 3: Tripura Sundari Temple.
4 Days – Hills & Lakes
- Day 1: Agartala → Jampui Hills.
- Day 2: Explore Jampui villages.
- Day 3: Dumboor Lake & Unakoti.
- Day 4: Return via Agartala.
Famous Personalities
- Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore: Modernizer of Tripura.
- Dipa Karmakar: Olympic gymnast.