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| Destination
In India
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Tripura |
| Area : |
10,486 Sq. km. |
| Capital : |
AGARTALA. |
| Airport : |
AGARTALA. |
| Main Language : |
BENGALI, MANIPURI, TRIPURI. |
Previously a princely state, and subsequently a Union
Territory of Independent India, Tripura was elevated to the status of a
state on January 21, 1972.Tripurais mainly a hilly territory with altitudes
varying from 50 to 3080 ft above sea level, though the major population of
the state lives in the plains. Characterised by moderate temperatures and
highly humid atmosphere, Tripurais best visited after the south west
monsoons in October.
Today, Tripura is largely a Bengali community, inspite of the 19 Scheduled
Tribes, that form a major chunk of the population. Hinduism, Islam,
Buddhism, and Christianity are the main religions followed in Tripura.
The tribals, with a rich and varied culture, belong mainly to the Reang,
Chakma, Halam and Usai communities. The majority of tribals live in elevated
houses of bamboo called 'Tong'. |
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Agartala |
Music and dance are an integral part of Tripura. Joy and sorrow are marked
by dances, that mirror the myriad emotions of the people. Gariadances held
for the prosperity of the people during Garia Puja; dances of the Reang
community; 'Bizu' dances by the Chakmas denoting the end ofthe Bengali
calendar year; 'Hai Hak' dances of the Halam community; andthe Cheraw dance
associated with the confinement of Lusai woman, are evidenceof the Tripuran
passion for dance. 'Basanta Raas' is the charming danceof the Hindu
Manipuris, in Tripura.
Handlooms and handicrafts of Tripura reflect the inherent quality of
workmanship, and uniqueness of the people. Simple materials such as bamboo,
cane, palm leaves and ordinary yarn are used to create a fascinating
varietyof handiwork. Furniture, toys, objects of daily utility such as lamp
shades, baskets, calendars, ivory work and Tripuran tribal jewellery, make
shoppinghere a fantastic experience.
Tripura has a lot to offer to the tourists. Agartala, the pictures
quecapital, with its beautiful palaces, gardens, hills, temples and lakes,
scenic Tirthamulkh with its lakes; waterfalls and reservoir are all worth
visiting. Pilak Pather and Lungthung are virtual treasure troves for those,
historically inclined. Jampol hills, Rudrasagar and Neer Mahal the
lakecities , Sepahijala the wildlife sanctuary, are the other major places
of interest in this tiny state. |
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