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Must-Visit Places In Tripura,
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My Tripura itinerary exceeded all expectations as I explored the must-
visit places & experienced the culture of this northeast Indian state.

BY EDWINA DSOUZA | PUBLISHED: SEP 20, 2024 02:00 PM IST | 7 MIN READ

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Ujjayanta Palace | Image credit: Sharada Prasad CS, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

I’ve been on a quest to explore every Indian state, and Tripura was number 23 out of
28 on my list. With little knowledge about the places to visit in Tripura, I ventured into
this northeastern region with an open mind and a sense of adventure. And yes, I was
in for a surprise on this Tripura itinerary!

Also, check out our story on the other towns and cities you must visit in
Northeast India.

Tripura itinerary: Best places to visit

Day 1: Discovering Agartala

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I landed in Agartala, Tripura’s vibrant capital, and opted for an Uber auto from the SHARE

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My first stop was the Akhaura check post, just three kilometres from Agartala. This
border crossing between India and Bangladesh is a hub of friendly interaction and
bustling trade. I was even surprised to learn there’s a 19-hour bus route from

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At the border, I caught a practice session of the Beating Retreat ceremony, akin to
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the Wagah border ceremony but less intense. The playful banter between the
guards was a highlight, with a Bangladeshi jawan cheerfully urging his Indian
counterpart to “kheecho, aur kheecho awaaz”. From there, I returned to the city,
hopping onto a battery-operated cycle rickshaw for cheap thrills. Nearly all cycle
rickshaws in Agartala have switched to battery operation, a welcome change.

Heritage Park | Image credit: Kunal Chowdhury/Flickr

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curry (rui macher rosha) with rice. Given that around 70 percent of Tripura’s
population is Bengali, this dish was a delightful introduction to the region’s culinary
heritage shaped by Bengali flavours.

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Itinerary day 2: Covering Tripura’s palaces and parks

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After some tea and nimki for breakfast on day 2 of my Tripura itinerary, I headed to
Neermahal in Melaghar, 58 kilometres from Agartala. Constructed in 1930 by
Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Bahadur, Neermahal is India’s largest water
palace. At the pier, I struck a deal with a boatman to ferry me across the picturesque
Rudrasagar Lake, its green waters adorned with makhna leaves. My boatman
doubled up as my guide and regaled me with fascinating stories about the history of
the place. We explored the grounds for about 45 minutes before he transported me
back to the shore.

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I continued south to Sepahijala Zoological Park, 25 kilometres from Agartala.

Covering an area of 18.532 square kilometres, this park is a sanctuary for over 150
species of birds and wildlife, including the vulnerable clouded leopard. As I
meandered through the park, I was surrounded by cheerful families delighting in
activities like boating and wandering through the lush botanical gardens and spice
plantations. Hunger pangs kicked in, and I returned to Agartala for a lunch of
Shorshe Ilish Bhapa (Hilsa fish in a mustard gravy) at Hotel Shankar. Hilsa is a
beloved fish among Bengalis, and it is believed that the Hilsa in Agartala is special
because it comes from the Padma-Meghna River system in Bangladesh, known for
its superior taste.

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Refreshed and energised, I moved towards my next stop, Ujjayanta Palace, one of
the most important places to visit in Tripura. Built by Maharaja Radha Kishore
Manikya in 1901, this grand palace was the royal residence of Tripura’s ruling family.
Interestingly, Rabindranath Tagore, who had close ties with the royal family, gave
the palace its name, Ujjayanta. Today, it functions as a state museum, offering
fascinating insights into Agartala’s history, including the impact of the Pakistan army
on Bengali refugees during the Bangladesh Liberation War. I also discovered that
the legendary musicians, SD Burman and RD Burman, were descendants of the
Tripura royal family.

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For dinner, I was eager to sample some indigenous Tripuri cuisine, but it proved to
be quite a challenge to locate. The migration and displacement that occurred in
Tripura, especially during the formation of Bangladesh from East Pakistan, had
unfortunately scattered the indigenous people across the state. After some research
and chatting with locals, I finally found a small eatery called Baku Tiffin House that
offered a popular Tripuri dish. I tried Wahan Mosedang, a pork salad made with
finely chopped boiled pork, onions, chillies, ginger, and lemon. Prepared without oil

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Tripura itinerary day 3: Exploring Unakoti, the Lost Hill of Faces

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gods and goddesses into stone here when they failed to wake up in time for a
pilgrimage. Dating back to the 7th-9th centuries, this Shaiva shrine is on the tentative
list for UNESCO World Heritage status. It’s often called the Angkor Wat of
Northeast India but stands as a unique marvel in its own right.

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The day at Unakoti flew by, and by evening, I was back in Agartala for one final
meal. I sampled a popular Bangladeshi street food at a bustling local market stall in
the city centre – haleem and egg cake (dim cake). This intriguing combination of
spicy haleem and a sweet cake with a fried egg seemed absurd initially, but the
ingredients worked surprisingly well. It encapsulated the essence of my adventures
in the state. The backpacker life called for constant movement, and there were more
destinations left to discover, but the places I visited in Tripura reaffirmed that every
corner of India holds its unique charm and surprises.

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