Ujjayanta Palace

This royal house, which stands in the capital city Agartala covering 1(one) sq. Km. area was built by Maharaja Radha Kishore Manikya during 1899-1901.

It is a two storied mansion, having a mixed type of architecture with three high domes, the central one being 86’ high. The magnificent tile floor curved wooden ceiling and beautifully crafted doors are particularly notable. The palace is set with huge Mughal style gardens, beautified by pools and gardens. Flood lighting and fountains have also added to its beauty.

Visiting Hours: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Unakoti Hill

Unakoti Hill is one of the main attraction in Agartala. This is a stone carving pilgrimage place dedicated to Lord Shiva. Apart from devotion, this place has its natural beauty including Waterfalls, green trees, shrubs. The rock carvings and stone designs under protection of Archeological Survey of India.

Heritage Park

The Heritage Park, spread over twelve acre of land, is located at the centre of the city, on the northern side of Raj Bhawan on the Agartala-GBP Hospital road. This park was inaugurated on the 30th November 2012 by the Hon’ble Chief Minister, Tripura. Entrance to the park has an imposing gate constructed with depicting the rich tribal, nontribal mixed cultural heritage of Tripura, both tribal and non-tribal. The park has three parts, viz. (i) mini-Tripura located in about three acre of land at the entrance, (ii) central area being raised as natural forest, and (iii) a plain table land with medicinal plants, herbs and shrubs. There is a walking track of 1.1 kilometres running along the periphery of the park.

Sepahijala Wild Life Sanctuary

Sepahijala wildlife sanctuary encompasses an area of 18.54 sq. km. The sanctuary has not less than 456 plant species. Many kinds of bamboo and a variety of grasses and medicinal plants also grow in the sanctuary. It is here that one can find nearly 4500 cubic meters per hectare of timber biomass. More than 150 species of residential birds, migratory birds, orchid garden, boating facilities, wild life, botanical garden, zoo, elephant joy-rides, rubber and coffee plantations beckon the tourists all through the year. The added visual incentive for animal-lovers is the famous spectacled monkey which is now a rare species. It is closed on Thursday.

Cane and Bamboo Products

The local people of Agartala make wonderful handicrafts with bamboo and cane. A vast range of products like furniture, table mats, floor mats, partitions, lamp shades and other aesthetic materials you can buy from here at very reasonable rates. Apart from its wooden crafts, the city is admired for its exquisite clay and palm leaves crafts. The ace craftsmanship of Agartala and tribal people of nearby Agartala has contributed a lot in making their products world-famous. In local shops of the city you can buy this products.

Handloom Cloths & Accessories

Handlooms of Agartala are renowned for their unique combination of contemporary and ethnic designs. The lasting texture of clothes and bold color combination is fantastic. These handloom cloths & accessories has it demands in foreign market. These product has its demand in India as well. Cotton Fabrics, Blue Silk Fabrics, Printed Fabrics are the famous among cloths.

Mui Borok

The traditional cuisine of the state of Tripura is Mui Borok as it is affectionately called by its people. You will always find one ingredient in the traditional food plate of Tripurian people, Berma. Berma is dried and fermented fish which is surely a Tripura’s favourite. The dish is cooked without any oil and hence it is considered extremely healthy. Berma will enhance up the salty taste buds on your tongue as it a bit salty and spicy in taste.

Panch Phoron Tarkari

In a plate of Panch Phoron Tarkari you will smell the influence of Bengali tradition. Panch Phoron is an important Bengali spice which is a perfect blend of five spices, and hence the name of the dish. A vegetarian delight, this dish is prepared a number of vegetables such as brinjal, pumpkins and potatoes and other add ups like Red chilies, Bay leaves, Green chilies, Turmeric powder. This delectable dish is best enjoyed with paratha or puri.