Quietly nestled amid lush green hills, verdant valleys and pristine waterscapes, Tripura—land of abundant myths and legends—beckons tourists from across the globe. Tripura is an erstwhile princely state and home to nineteen indigenous tribal groups. It is also culturally vibrant, hosting a variety of fairs and festivals throughout the year. It is popularly believed that the name originates from "Tripura Sundari", the presiding deity of the land. Tripura is also the second-highest rubber-producing state in India after Kerala.
Main Attractions
Agartala
The capital of Tripura, Agartala offers opportunities for sightseeing, recreation and adventure. It is one of the foremost commercial centres of the region, primarily trading in rice, tea, jute and oilseeds. The princely capital features remarkable landmarks such as Ujjayanta Palace, Neermahal, the State Museum and Kunjaban Palace.
Unakoti
Unakoti is a significant ‘Shaiba’ (Shaivite) pilgrimage site dating back to the 7th–9th centuries. The name Unakoti means “one less than a crore”. Its impressive rock carvings, murals and waterfalls are major attractions. According to Hindu mythology, when Lord Shiva was travelling to Kashi with one crore gods and goddesses, he halted here for the night. He instructed everyone to wake before sunrise and proceed, but none except Shiva woke up. As a result, he left alone, cursing the others to turn into stone images—thus leaving “one less than a crore” stone carvings at Unakoti.
Dumboor Lake
Dumboor Lake is a picturesque waterbody shaped like a small drum (tabour), resembling the “Dumboor” of Lord Shiva—from which it derives its name. The lake features 48 islands, and is home to migratory birds along with facilities for water sports. It is also located near the Tirthamukh Pilgrim Centre, where the Poush Makar Sankranti Fair is held annually.
Hotels in Tripura
- Ginger Hotel
- Shangri La
- Hotel Welcome Palace
- Hotel Woodland Park
- Hotel Unakoti
- Hotel City Centre
Connectivity
Air: The main airport of the state is located in Agartala.
Rail: Kumarghat is the nearest railhead.
Road: Tripura is connected by road to Guwahati via Shillong through National Highway No. 44.
