The Ujjayanta Palace, Former Home To The Royal Family Members Of The Manikya Dynasty, Is An Important Tourist Attraction In The City. Today, However, This Majestic Monument Stands As The Legislatively Assembly Of The State. The Palace Was Built By Maharaja Radhakishore Manikya And Named By India's Favorite Poet Rabindranath Tagore. Designed By Sir Alexander Martin, This Sprawling Palace Spread Across 800 Acres Of Land, Boasts Of Highlights Like 'throne Room', 'durbar Hall', 'reception Hall' And 'chinese Hall'.

'neermahal', Meaning Water Palace, Is Located At The Centre Of The Rudrasagar Lake. This Majestic White Structure Has Influences Of Indo-islamic Architecture Style. The Palace Was Built In 1930 By Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Debbarman, The 'father Of Modern Architecture' In Tripura. The Focal Point Of The Fortress Is Its Huge Soaring Towers, Viaducts, Moats And The Glimmering Reflection Of The Palace In The Water That Makes For A Breathtaking View. Neermahal Palace Is Posited 53 Km Away From Agartala.

The Kunjaban Palace, Located Near The Ujjayanta Palace, Is Another Architectural Jewel Of Agartala. The Palace Is Located At A Hill-top That Gives A Panoramic View Of The Surrounding Areas. This Spellbinding Edifice Was Built By Maharaja Birendra Kishore Manikya As His Summer Retreat In The Year 1917. While The Palace Was Initially Named As 'pushbanta Palace', It Was Later Renamed As Kunjaban Palace. The Southern Part Of The Palace Is Known As Rabindra Kanan And Serves As The Official Residence Of The Governor Of Tripura. Kunjaban Palace Was Home To Many Eminent Personalities In The Earlier Days And Also To The Famous Indian Poet Rabindranath Tagore During His Final Visit To Agartala.

Located Near Chowmohani Post Office, The State Museum Has A Compilation Of Rare And Fascinating Artifacts. The State Museum Was Opened By The Directors Of The State's Higher Education In The Year 1970. This Store House Of Valuable Relics Comprises Of Four Art Galleries Namely, Archaeology, Tribal, Painting And Ancient Sculptures. On Your Trip To This Museum, Look Out For Gold And Silver Coins, Clothes, Jewelry, Pottery, Copper Artifacts, Metal Sculptures, Traditional Oil Canvass, Rare Manuscripts In Bengali And Sanskrit Etc. Which Are The Pride Of State. The Museum Is Opened On All Days Except On Sundays From 10.00 Am To 5.00 Pm.

A Visit To Agartala Is Incomplete Without Visiting Its Temples. The Temples In The City Are An Important Source Of Revenue For The Tourism Department. Even If You Are Not Visiting The Place For Any Religious Purpose, It Is Worth Stopping Over Here To Catch A Glimpse Of Its Architectural Grandeur And Its Ancient Inscriptions. The Shrine Features A Crown Shaped Stupa With Unique Floral Motifs Combined With Intricate Sculptures, Which Adds To The Splendor Of The Temple. Bhubaneshwari Temple Is Known For Its Beautiful Sights That Is Said To Be An Inspiration For Rabindranath Tagore's Famous Plays Like 'bisharjan' And 'rajarshi'.

Also Known As The Kasba Kali Bari Temple, This Sanctum Sanctorum Is Situated Just A Few Kilometers Away From Agartala. The Temple Is Seated On Top Of A Hillock That Gives A Panoramic View Of The Kamala Sagar Lake. The Idol Of The Presiding Deity Of Goddess Kali Is Made Of Sandstone And Looks Similar To Dasabhujai Durga. As You Stroll Along The Premises Of This Holy Shrine, You Will Come Across Many Beautiful Works Of Art That Represents The 17th Century Structural Designs. The Place Is Also A Popular Picnic Spot Among The Local Inhabitants.

Shopping In Tripura Is An Experience In Itself, As Markets In Tripura Offer Visitors A Wide Range Of Products Native To This Small State In India. Tripura Is Renowned For Bamboo And Cane Work. Some Of The Things That Are Worth Buying And Exclusive To Tripura Are Bamboo And Cane Room Dividers, Floor Mats, Panels For Walls, Furniture, Table Mats And Various Other Gift Items. Woven Fabrics Are Also Popular In Tripura. These Are Good-quality Fabrics And Are Reasonably Priced. Tribal Jewellery Is Available In Plenty For Purchase. Agartala Has A Host Of Government Emporiums And Private-run Stores To Shop. Crafts And Handwork From Other North-eastern States Are Also Available. Agartala Has A Jnan Bichitra Book Zone At J.b. Road, Which Is Lined Up With Bookstores Having A Great Stock Of Books, Music And Postcards. The City Of Agartala Is Also Equipped With Malls Such As Ml Plaza, For Conventional Shoppers. Visit To The Villages If You Wish To See How The Craftsmen Create Such Intricate Pieces Of Handicraft Items Or Want To Purchase Directly From The Tribal People.

A Decent Place To Dine With Family Or Friends. A Bit On The Expensive Side, The Restaurant Is Spacious And Open Area Is Also Available To Dine. Address: - Durgabari Road, Opposite Rabindra Bhawan, Agartala

The Only Popular Momos House In Agartala. Chicken And Pork Momos. Chicken And Pork Momos Available Here With A Choice Of Fried And Steamed. The Ambiance Is Decent To Sit And Enjoy The Place. Address: - Advisor Chowmuhani | Krishna Nagar, Agartala 0381 230 3663

The Classy Inner Decor Is Elegant And Soothing. A Bit On The Expensive Side, But The Indian Fare Is One Of Its Kind Here. The Restaurant Is Considered Among Few Of The Top Restaurants Of Agartala. Address Top Floor, Hotel Rajdhani | Bk Rd, Agartala.

Garam Tawa Offers Some Real Delicious Food At Reasonable Prices And Affordable For Many People. With The Good Quality And Garam Tawa Is An Attractive Place To Dine. Address: - Nh 44 | Near Jahar Bridge, Agartala