About Tripura Sundari Temple
Tripura Sundari Temple is vivid and captures its historical, spiritual, and architectural essence perfectly.
Tripura Sundari Temple: A Sacred Jewel of Tripura
Situated near Udaipur in Tripura, about 55 km from Agartala, the Tripura Sundari Temple, also known as Matabari, is one of India’s most revered Shakti Peethas. Dedicated to Goddess Tripura Sundari, a manifestation of Goddess Parvati, this sacred site has been a center of spiritual reverence since its construction around the late 15th century by Maharaja Dhanya Manikya.
- The temple features a distinctive Bengali architectural style, with its iconic red dome and a modest sanctum, perched gracefully atop a hillock beside the serene Kalyan Sagar Lake, home to sacred tortoises and fish.
- According to Hindu mythology, the temple marks the site where the right foot of Sati (Parvati) is believed to have fallen, making it one of the 51 Shakti Peethas scattered across the Indian subcontinent.
- A major pilgrimage site, the temple draws thousands of devotees, especially during the annual Diwali Mela, when people gather for darshan (rituals and prayers) and to seek the blessings of the goddess.
Blending spiritual significance with natural beauty, the Tripura Sundari Temple offers visitors not only a place for devotional practices but also a tranquil escape, enveloped in serenity and reverence.
Destinations Covered:
- Agartala
- Udaipur (Tripura)
- Matabari
- Kailashahar
- Unakoti
- Unakoti Hill
- Silchar (Assam)
- Meghalaya’s capital Shillong
- Shillong
- Guwahati
Attractions
- Ujjayanta Palace – Former royal palace turned museum
- Heritage Park – Green space with miniature models of Tripura monuments
- Jagannath Temple, local markets
- Tripura Sundari Temple – One of the 51 Shakti Peethas
- Neermahal (optional, time permitting)
- Unakoti Rock-Cut Sculptures – Gigantic bas-relief images dating back to the 7th–9th century
- Shiva-themed carvings, such as the 30-foot Unakotiswara Kal Bhairava
- Scenic Barak Valley landscapes
- Local markets in Silchar
- Scenic hill drive through lush Meghalaya
- Stop at picturesque points en route
- Shillong Peak – Highest point in Meghalaya
- Elephant Falls
- Wards Lake, Don Bosco Museum
- Police Bazaar – Local shopping & food
- Optional stop at Umiam Lake (en route)
Itinerary Detail
- Arrive at Agartala Airport
- Transfer to hotel and check-in
- Post-lunch, half-day city tour visiting Ujjayanta Palace and Heritage Park
- Explore local markets in the evening
- Overnight stay in Agartala
- Scenic countryside drive
- Introduction to Unakoti – India’s unique open-air rock-carved heritage site
- Breakfast at hotel
- Drive to Udaipur to visit Tripura Sundari Temple, a revered Shakti Peeth with a red-towered shrine beside a fish-filled tank
- Optional visit to Neermahal, a beautiful lake palace located in Rudrasagar Lake
- Return to Agartala by evening
- Overnight stay in Agartala
- Early breakfast and check-out
- Drive through lush landscapes to reach Unakoti, located near Kailashahar
- On arrival, check-in at guesthouse or eco-lodge
- Evening free to relax or enjoy a local walk
- Overnight stay in Unakoti
- After breakfast, full-day exploration of Unakoti, a lesser-known archaeological treasure
- Trek or walk around the forested hill slopes to see the massive carvings and natural streams
- Interact with local villagers and tribal communities
- Overnight stay in Unakoti
- Breakfast and check-out
- Drive towards Silchar, a vibrant town in Assam’s Barak Valley
- On arrival, check-in at hotel
- Explore local markets or rest
- Overnight stay in Silchar
- Early departure after breakfast
- Long drive to Shillong, known as the "Scotland of the East"
- En route stops for tea breaks and scenic views
- Check-in at hotel by evening
- Overnight stay in Shillong
- Breakfast at hotel
- Full-day sightseeing in Shillong
- Visit Shillong Peak for panoramic views, then Elephant Falls
- Spend time at Wards Lake and explore cultural exhibits at the Don Bosco Museum
- Evening shopping at Police Bazaar
- Overnight stay in Shillong
- Breakfast and check-out
- Drive to Guwahati Airport for departure
- En route photo stop at Umiam Lake
- Tour ends with cultural and natural memories of Northeast India
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Package Inclusions:
- 7 nights’ accommodation in standard/deluxe hotels or eco-lodges
- Daily breakfast
- All ground transportation by private AC vehicle
- Experienced English-speaking driver
- Sightseeing as per itinerary
- Entry tickets to major monuments (if pre-included)
- Local assistance and coordination
- All tolls, parking, fuel, and driver allowances
- Applicable government taxes
Package Exclusions:
- Airfare / Train tickets
- Meals other than breakfast
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (laundry, phone, etc.)
- Optional activities or excursions not mentioned
- Entry fees at monuments (unless included)
- Tips to guides or drivers
- Expenses due to natural calamities or delays