Interesting facts about Tripura State in INDIA

Facts about Tripura

Tripura is one of the Seven Sister States in northeast India. It casts a beautiful image with its cultural heritage, architectural splendour and overwhelming charm. Visit here and get awe-struck by its stunning mountains, pristine lakes and ancient temples other than a rich variety of wildlife. Tripura is known for its rich tribal population which brings along a vibrant mix of colours to the state.

Here are the top places to visit in Tripura:

Agartala

Edging the banks of the Howrah River, Agartala remains the biggest city of Tripura. It is the proud owner of some of the most significant historical and mythological places which have their mentions in the scriptures of the Mahabharata. Agartala was once a princely state during the rule of British. The locals here are deeply devoted to their festivals and can be seen indulging in various celebrations all year long. The Ujjayanta Palace remains a must visit attraction here situated amidst lush green and vast Mughal gardens. The palace looks grand with a library, Darbar, a Throne room, and a reception hall. Unakoti Hill also attracts visitors with stunning stone carvings of Lord Shiva. Visit here to experience bounty of nature residing in its lush green trees, shrubs, and waterfalls. Sipahijola Wildlife Sanctuary is an ecstasy for wildlife devotees where they can find various birds, animals, and vegetation. Jampui Hills here also looks remarkable with abundance of orange plantation blooming here.

Dharmanagar

The second largest city in Tripura, Dharmanagar enjoys a rich past with some major historical places. It houses a string of attractions to visit each having its own unique charm. Dighi Lake remains a must visit to enjoy leisurely walks amidst serenity. Dharmanagar is also home to some significant temples. Kalibari Temple of Dharmanagar, dedicated to Maa Kali, is frequented by all locals. It is situated on the banks of Dighi and is known for its grand Durga Puja celebrations. Iskcon Temple is a recent addition here.

Udaipur

Situated at a distance of 55kms from Agartala, Udaipur cuddles the banks of River Gomati. The city is often termed as the Lake City and houses numerous temples and historical sites. Some of the must visit places in Udaipur include Tripura Sundari Temple, Gunabati Group of Temples, Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary, Bhubaneshwari Temple and Tepania Eco-Park.

Food

Tripura cuisine is a blessing for non-vegetarians as lots of meat is used in most of the dishes. Mui Borok (dried and fermented fish) is a highly popular local dish here that can leave an everlasting taste on your tongue. Many dishes here are inspired from Bangladesh.

Fish, rice and vegetables are the most popular food items consumed by the locals of Tripura. Tripurians have also adopted Chinese cuisine and cook authentic Chinese food. Do not forget tasting the traditional Chuak, a local rice beer, prepared by fermenting rice in water. Some of the must try dishes in Tripura include Mosdeng Serma (spicy and tangy chutney), Bhangui (rice dish), Kasoi Bwtwi (prepared with Berma), Panch Phoron Tarkari (vegetables mixed with local spices) and Wahan Mosdeng (pork dish).

Shopping

Shopping in Tripura is a pleasurable experience where you not only shop but also cherish local cultures. The state is known for handicrafts made of bamboo and cane. You can pick from a range of floor mats, panels for walls, furniture and table mats from here. Woven fabrics sold here are also of good quality and are very reasonably priced. Agartala houses many Government emporiums and privately-run stores selling crafts and handwork items.

Some Little More Interesting Facts About Tripura:

1. What is Tripura famous for?

Like I told ya! Tripura is rich in culture but that was just a trailer, Tripura is famous for so many things like unexplored forests, gorgeous waterfalls, Hightower majestic mountains, breathtaking valleys, Pineapple Gardens, Rubber Gardens, Tea Plantation, Jute Cultivation, monuments, Heritage sites and for Orange Gardens.

2. NH 44 Highway Is Like A Lifeline

NH 44 national highway is the longest-running large north-south National Highway in the country and for Tripura, National Highway NH 44 is like a lifeline because this state is connected to the rest of India only with this one large highway.

3. What is the old name of Tripura?

There are many theories about the origin of the name of Tripura and this is still a controversial matter among historians and researchers. According to the Rajmala, there was a king named Tripur in ancient times who ruled over the territorial domain known as Tripura and the kingdom’s name was derived from his name “Tripur”.

4. Agartala: The Capital Of Tripura

Agartala is the capital of Tripura and it is the second-largest city in northeast India after Guwahati. For more info, Agartala is popular for the rich history of the Manikya Kings, temples, palaces and for its splendid bamboo handicrafts and textiles.

5. In Case You Didn’t Know

During the British Raj, Tripura was divided into two main regions, which were commonly called Tiperra District and Tiperra Hill.

6. Date Back To 7th – 9th Century

Welcome to Unakoti, Yes, I’m talking about a prime tourist spot of this state named “Unakoti”. It is an ancient pilgrimage centre. Unakoti is famous for its massive rock-cut sculptures of Hindu goddesses and gods. This pilgrimage site lies approximately 178 km to the northeast from Agartala.

7. Do You Know About Neer Mahal?

The architectural beauty Neer Mahal is also known as “The Lake Palace Of Tripura”. It is so huge and also the only water palace in northeast India. Neer Mahal was built on Rudra Sagar lake by Maharaja of Tripura Kingdom Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Debbarma.

8. Highest Peak Of Tripura

Betlingchhip is the highest peak of this state. This peak is also known as Betalongchhip, Thaidawr, and Balinchhip. Betlingchhip has an altitude of 930 m and good surrounding scenery.

9. POPULATION OF TRIPURA IN 2019

As per the 2011 census, the population of this state was 3,671,032 ( 0.3% of the nation’s population). But it is 4.6872 Million (estimated) in 2019.

10. Can You Imagine It’s Free To Go To School

Your heart will open up after reading this interesting fact about Tripura that in the age gap of 6-14 years, education is completely free in Tripura for children. I’m being deeply loved by this fact.

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