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Introduction
Tripura is a popular tourist destination in North-East India, with beautiful scenery, crystalline waterfalls, awe-inspiring mountains, thick forests, and a generous sprinkling of history and tradition. Tripura, which is bordered on three sides by Bangladesh, was once home to the fabled Manikya tribe, which gave rise to a multitude of diverse archaeological monuments and structures.
 
Tripura is India's third smallest state, known for its diverse culture, archaeology, handicrafts, and music. It is home to nineteen indigenous tribes and a Bengali-speaking non-tribal minority. More than half of the land is covered in forest, with bamboo and cane tracts common. Tripura has the most primate species among any Indian state.
 
Tripura stands out among the north eastern states because of its beautiful rock cut carvings and stone images at Unakoti, Debtamura, and Pilak. The majority of these carvings are large and rendered on vertical walls.
Tripura's capital, Agartala, is the second-largest city in the northeast. The Ujjayanta Palace in this town is an architectural masterpiece that the state is proud of.
 
Tripura, the land of nineteen tribes and rich in art and culture, is nestled in the lush green hills and blessed with natural beauty and picturesque locations that draw visitors from all over the world. Religious festivals, colourful costumes, imaginative cane and bamboo goods, multilingual people and delectable food, unforgettable sightseeing, adventurous trekking, and a vibrant shopping experience- Tripura has everything you need to regenerate and rejuvenate your soul and spirit.
 
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Traditions and Culture
Tripura's culture is diverse; the state is home to approximately 19 tribes that prefer to live in the woods. They can be classified into two distinct groups: (i) Ab-unique and (ii) Immigrants. From a place in the middle of Tibet, all of the indigenous tribes have been moved to this domain. Tripuri, Rang, Dodge, Garo, Kuki, Uchoi, Manipuri, and Mizo tribes also prefer to live in villages.
 
Each tribe has its own set of cultural activities. They have their own dance and music, which is mostly folk-based. Unwinding the culture of the State of Tripura should undoubtedly begin from the natives of this state itself.  Interacting with the Tripurans is a delight. Tripurans are well-known for their friendly and helpful nature, as frequent visitors who have visited this beautiful destination.
 
The Bengali community (70 percent) and the remaining Tribal community make up the bulk of Tripura's population (30 percent). The language spoken by the largest tribal group is Kokborok. Koloi, Tripura, Noatia, Rupini, Debbarma, Uchoi, Jamatia, and Murase dialects make up Kokborok. People practise a variety of religious practises, including Christianity, Hinduism, and Animism, among others. Nonetheless, Hinduism is practised by the majority of the people in Tripura. The non-tribal parts of Tripura adopt Bengali culture because of the state's strong Bengali population. The rulers of the state of Tripura were staunch supporters of Bengali culture. They were also big fans of Bengali literature. The Bengali language is also said to be the court's official language.
 
The state's Tripuri Tribe accounts for a sizable portion of the state's overall tribal population. The Tripuri tribe's two most popular folk dance forms are Lebang Boomani and Garia. Despite having a large population, the Reang tribe of Tripura lacks ample educational and economic freedom. This culture is thought to have been present in Tripura since the 15th century. The Buddhist religion is practised by the Chakma tribal community of Tripura. In Tripura, the Chakma tribe is divided into different groups. In 957 AD, the Mog tribes of Tripura arrived in the state. The Buddhist rituals are observed by the Mog culture.
 
Tripura is regarded as a prosperous state both historically and culturally. Folklore, mythologies, songs, tales, and puzzles abound in this world. All of these stories are based on real-life events, and they include descriptions of the goddess, angel, demon, witch, history, flora, creatures, and the galaxy. 
 
 
 
 
Fair and Festivals

Fairs and Festivals of Tripura:

The Tripura Festivals include religious as well as cultural events. Since Hindus make up the majority of Tripura's population, the festivals observed here are similar to those observed in India. Aside from that, Tripura has a variety of festivals that are special to the state. Below are worth a mention:

  • Garia Puja: The indigenous people of Tripura celebrate Garia Puja as one of their most important festivals. Lord Garia, also known as the god of livestock and riches, is represented by a bamboo pole. Flowers, garland, cotton thread, rice, rice beer, wine, earthen pots, eggs, traditional riccha, and fowl chicks are all used to worship Lord Garia.
  • Ganga Puja: Tripura Tribals worship the Goddess of the River during this religious festival in the state of Tripura. The festival is held to pray for the health and safety of pregnant women as well as to protect them from epidemics. A bamboo temple is constructed in the middle of a river or a water stream for the occasion. The well-known festival is held all over the state.
  • Pous Sankranti: The annual Pous Sankranti Mela in Tirathmukh draws thousands of devotees, and the Gomati River becomes the focal point of Uttarayan Sankranti on January 14th. Thousands of people from both tribal and non-tribal groups flock to Tirathmukh, the river's birthplace, to take a sacred bath.
  • Kharchi Mela: The kings of Tripura began the Kharchi Mela to worship 14 Gods and Goddesses in the Chaturdash Devata temple. Every year, it is commemorated by the masses on a wide scale. The week-long festival, which falls on the eighth day of the new moon in July, attracts hordes of devotees to Chaturdash Devata temple in Old Agartala.
  • Ker Puja: The festival is held two weeks after the Kharchi Puja to honour Ker, Vastu Devata's guardian deity. Offerings and sacrifices are made during the Puja to shield the people from disasters and external violence. This Puja was started by the Tripura Rajas. The Puja needs the involvement of the Halam tribe. The festival is held in the capital, and participants, including the reigning king, are not permitted to wear shoes, light a fire, dance, or sing.
  • Diwali: In Tripura, Diwali is celebrated with great zeal. The most colourful celebrations take place near Udaipur at Tripurasundari Temple, where a large mela is held followed by a cultural programme.
  • Neer Mahal Water Festival: Every year, the Neermahal water festival is held at Neer Mahal, near Rudrasagar Lake in Tripura. The festival lasts three days, with event plays and cultural programmes taking place in the evenings. The water festival's main event is a boat race on the Rudrasagar lake. Aside from the boat race, the festival also hosts a swimming competition. 
  • Orange and Tourism Festival: The colourful Orange and Tourism Festival takes place every year in November on Jampui Hill, Tripura's only hill station where the succulent fruit grows abundantly.
  • Durga Puja: The Goddess Durga is worshipped in the state for four days in September/October with excitement and cheerfulness. Large pandals are lavishly decorated for the puja, and the occasion is marked by shopping sprees and fun.
 
Must Visit Place

Must Visiting Places in Tripura:

Tripura is a popular tourist destination in North-East India, with beautiful scenery, crystalline waterfalls, awe-inspiring mountains, thick forests, and a generous sprinkling of history and tradition. Tripura is home to a multitude of archaeological sites and buildings, all of which bear witness to the state's rich cultural and historic history.

 
  1. Ujjayanta Palace- Ujjayanta Palace, is situated on the banks of a lake, directly across from the famous Jagannath Temple. The palace is a magnificent display of architectural brilliance that continues to tower over the surrounding city. The palace served as the State Legislative Assembly from 1972 until 2011, when it was turned into a museum.
  2. Unokotiswara Kal Bhairava- The central Shiva head is a 30 foot tall rock cut carving with a 10 foot long headdress. On the headdress, a female figure and Goddess Durga can be seen. This carving is one of the hill's many carvings and sculptures.
  3. Neermahal- Another beautiful palace in Tripura is the Neermahal Palace, also known as the Water Palace. It is situated on the banks of Rudrasagar Lake, and access to the palace requires the use of a boat. Tourists may combine this enjoyable outdoor activity with a visit and tour of the palace, which is another magnificent piece of architecture, by boating on the lake.
  4. Tripura Sundari Temple- The Tripura Sundari Temple is a lovely temple in Udaipur, about 55 kilometres from Agartala, Tripura. This opulent temple is the oldest in the Udaipur district, having been built 500 years ago. The Tripura Sundari Temple is one of the 51 Sakti Peethas and is the site of Sati's right foot's toe fall.
  5. Jagannath Bari- Jagannath Temple, also known as Jagannath Bari, is situated in Agartala near the Raaj Bari or Royal Palace. The deities Lord Jagannath, Lord Balaram, and Devi Shubhadra have idols in the temple. The temple's architecture, which is a combination of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles, deserves special mention.
  6. Jampui Hill- The Jampui hills, also known as the eternal hills of spring, live up to their name, with a nice climate all year and sufficient opportunities for each visitor to take in the beauty of this location. The lush green hills, with tea, orchid, and orange plantations on the slopes, offer an excellent vantage point for viewing the valleys below.
  7. Agartala- Tripura's capital, Agartala, is one of the state's largest cities and one of the most popular tourist destinations. The area is renowned for its lush green pastures, rolling hills, and picturesque valleys. Maharaja Radha Kishore Manikya built Ujjayanta Palace in 1899 as a royal residence. The palace's architecture is notable for its three domes, tiled floors, carved wooden ceilings, and exquisitely designed doors. This royal palace also has a Mughal-style garden on the outside. Other notable sites in the city are: Chaturdasha Devta Temple in Old Agartala; Heritage Park, which includes a mini-Tripura exhibition among other things; Benuban Vihar Buddhist Temple in Kunjaban area; Purbasha, which sells locally produced handcrafted bamboo items.
  8. Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary- The Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary, located less than 30 kilometres from Agartala, will provide you with a glimpse of the local flora and fauna. Animals like the pig-tailed macaque, spectacled monkey, slow loris, and others live in the moist deciduous forest. A zoo and a botanical garden are also located here. In the pool, you can go boating. On all days except Friday, the store is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  9. Kailashahar- Kailashahar was once the capital of the Tripuran empire, and there is still evidence of its royal past here. It is a town whose identity is derived in large part from a royal and important past, the traces of which can still be found in the town. Kailashahar is well-known for its temples, as well as being a popular trekking destination. The 16 tea estates are a must-see as well.
  10. Udaipur- Udaipur, formerly known as Rangamati, is a town in Tripura known for its Sundari Temple, which is one of the state's religious attractions. Dhani Sagar, Bijoy Sagar, Jagannath Dighi, and Amar Sagar are some of the artificial lakes in his city. The city sits on the banks of the Gomati River and is home to a number of temples. The Tripura Sundari Temple, which is also part of the 51 Shakti Peethas, is the most famous. Bhubaneshwar Temple is another well-known temple in the region. The Nazrul Granthagar library in Udaipur, which was named after Nazrul Islam, is a hotbed for book lovers.
  11. Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary- The Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Belonia, about 100 kilometres from Agartala, and is home to the Indian bison. Capped langur, spectacled monkey, hoolock gibbon, and other species are among the others. The Rajbari National Park is situated in the Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary and is one of India's most well-known national parks. 
 

 

Cuisine
Tripura, like the rest of India, has a flavourful and delectable local cuisine bursting with flavours. It does, however, have a variety of choices for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians, though non-vegetarians have a few more options. Because of their proximity to Bangladesh, there is a strong Bangladeshi influence, and Chinese cuisine is also very prominent.
 
You should not miss trying these:
  • Chauk and Chuwarak: Chauk refers to freshly brewed rice beer, which is common in many parts of the North East. Tripurians drink it on special occasions or during festivals. Chuwarak is another well-known drink from this area. It's essentially a scotch and champagne blend. This drink can be made in a variety of ways, including with rice, pineapple, or jackfruit. This is thought to be one of the best alcoholic beverages.
  • Mui Borok: This is one of Agartala's popular dishes (Tripura). Mui Borok, as their people affectionately refer to it. Berma is a consistent ingredient in Tripurian people's traditional food plates. Berma is a dried and aged fish that is unquestionably common in Tripura. Since the dish is prepared without the use of oil, it is considered very strong. Berma will boost the taste buds.
  • Kosoi Bwtwi: Berma, the fermented fish, chopped onions, green chilli, tofu bits, garlic cloves, salt, and turmeric powder are used to make Kosoi Bwtwi. To improve the flavour of Kosoi Bwtwi, khundrupui leaves are also added.
  • Bhangui: Rice is a staple food in many Indian states, including Tripura. They are meat eaters who serve their meat dishes with rice. They have a special way of cooking rice that gives it the perfect fragrance and texture. They dedicate a great deal of time and attention to serving the best rice plate possible. To achieve the perfect taste, Tripurians add a little ghee, ginger, and onions.
  • Gudok: This dish is well-known as one of Agartala's popular dishes. This dish is prepared using bamboo pipes. Because of its fragrance and bamboo pipes, it has a distinct and distinct flavour. However, in today's advanced age, this dish is served in a container. This is a well-known dish in the region. It's only fair to try it once to get a taste of Tripuri cuisine.
  • Wahan Mosdeng: Tripura's Wahan Mosdeng is a popular dish made with pork, onion, coriander leaves, and green chilli. This recipe was made even more delicious and lip-smacking by the addition of green chilli and local spices.
 
FAQ’s

Tripura, a territory rich in myths and stories, is secluded among the beautiful hills, verdant valleys, and clear waterscape. It draws visitors from all over the world. Tripura, although being one of the smaller states, is home to numerous tourist sites, including spectacular palaces built by maharajas, amazing rock carvings, and stone statues. Tripura is endowed with numerous lovely tourist attractions. The state of Tripura in the northeast is well known across the world for its extensive cultural history, stunning palaces, wildlife sanctuaries, temples, and museums. Tripura is worth visiting for its scenery, people, food, heritage sites, vistas, temples, animals, boating, waterfalls, handicrafts, bird watching, lakes, and landscape.

There are no unfavourable seasons to travel to Tripura, other than the monsoon season (July to September). Tripura experiences cold winters and summers that provide relief from the scorching heat of the plains. Therefore, the ideal time to book a Tripura tour is from October to March and from April to July.

 

To visit Tripura, you need not to obtain any special permit.

The most popular tourist destinations in Tripura include Ujjayanta Palace, Kunjaban Palace, Neermahal, Tripura Sundari Temple, and Unakoti. Tripura is home to several tourist attractions.

The flora and wildlife of Tripura are abundant. As a result, Tripura is home to numerous wildlife sanctuaries that are home to a wide variety of animals, birds, insects, and plant life. The Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary, Rowa Wildlife Sanctuary, Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary, and Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary are the four sanctuaries in the state. There are numerous tree species, orchids, birds, and other animals that can be found in the state's forests, which encompass around two-thirds of the land area. Tripura provides fantastic chances for environmentally conscious travel, and the state's diverse wildlife refuges are home to a variety of tourist attractions.

 

The best of Tripura may be seen in just one week.

Simply said, we would describe it as quite basic! In contrast to the abundance of possibilities in the capital city, the suburbs provide few options, therefore we would pick the ideal one for your comfortable stay. Our Tripura Tours typically include hotel and heritage farm stays to counteract the seclusion and luxury of homestays. On certain trips, you spend one or two nights camping in the courtyards of locals' homes, putting you in the centre of local activities but preserving your privacy. Participate in the cooking process, share stories around the fire, and watch the village come to life as you eat (and drink!) with your hosts.

Tripura is known as the “Land of Eternal Charm” because of its unspoiled natural beauty, lush green landscapes, vibrant tribal culture, and magnificent historical sites like the Ujjayanta Palace and Neermahal.

Tripura is home to 19 tribal communities, each with its distinct traditions, festivals, and crafts. Celebrations like Garia Puja and Kharchi Puja showcase the state’s rich cultural diversity and deep connection with nature.

Neermahal, the “Water Palace,” is a unique blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture, situated in the middle of Rudrasagar Lake. It offers breathtaking views, light-and-sound shows, and boat rides for a magical experience.

Tripura’s cuisine is a delightful mix of flavours, with tribal influences. Dishes like mui borok (fermented fish stew), bamboo shoot pickle, and wahan mosdeng (pork with chilli and herbs) are must-try delicacies that reflect the state’s culinary traditions.

Tripura is home to iconic spiritual sites like the Tripura Sundari Temple, one of India’s 51 Shakti Peethas, and the ancient Bhuvaneshwari Temple. These spots are steeped in history and offer serene spiritual experiences.

Tripura’s lush green hills, waterfalls like Dumbur Falls, and serene lakes make it a haven for nature enthusiasts. The state also offers trekking opportunities and birdwatching experiences in its unspoiled landscapes.

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