Agartala

Lying on the Haroa River to the north-east of India, Agartala has verdant forests. A famous tourist destination, this city is frequented by globetrotters for its scenic beauty, religious centres, heritage sites and a lot more. Rich flora and fauna further make the city a popular place for sightseeing. Natural sites like Jampui Hill, Raima Valley, Dumboor Lake and Kamalasagar in and around Agartala are some of the popular sightseeing options in Agartala.  

Agartala is not just a hill station, but a major centre for Hindu pilgrims as well with many beautiful temples. Popular religious centres in the city are Jagannath Temple and Umamaheswar Temple along with many others like Satsanga Kendra and Benuban Vihar. Other prominent temples of the region are Durga Bari Temple, Lakshmi Narayan Bari Temple and others. Besides, Gedu Miar Masjid and Mariyam Nagar Church are also frequented by travellers.

The architectural heritage of the city can also be explored by visiting sites like Ujjayanta Palace, Puratan Agartala and Neermahal. Other heritage sites that attract tourists to the capital of Tripura include Tripura State Museum, Kunjaban Palace and Ravindra Kanan. Maharaja Bir Bikram College is another place of interest in Agartala, featuring picturesque lush landscapes and serene natural lakes. Malancha Niwas, Pilak and Sukanta Academy further add to the list of city attractions.

Leisure travellers can make a visit to the Rose Valley Amusement Park and other gardens and parks like Children's Park, Nehru Park and Kishans Park. Furthermore, there are a number of sites in Agartala that reflect the rich flora and fauna of the region, like Sepahijala Zoo, Gondacherra Wildlife Sanctuary and Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary. Across a radius of 150 km from Agartala, tourists can visit areas like Matabari, Melaghar, Unakoti and Debtamura for sightseeing.