Ujjayanta Palace

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About

Ujjayanta Palace was built between 1899 and 1901 by Maharaja Radha Kishore Manikya as the royal residence of the Manikya dynasty. It is one of the most important places to visit in Agartala, showcasing a Mughal–European hybrid design spread across a 28-hectare estate with Italian-style gardens, grand ceremonial halls, twin water tanks, and a central dome. Now visitors can explore this palace-turned into Tripura State Museum, which displays ethnographic exhibits of Tripura’s 19 tribal communities, royal artefacts, and historical records of the Manikya dynasty. The palace also connects to cultural history, as Rabindranath Tagore visited and served as a court poet, making it a significant stop in things to do in Agartala.

Highlights

What makes this place special

Mughal-European Facade

A defining feature of Agartala tourism is the Mughal–European hybrid architecture seen at Ujjayanta Palace. Its design blends a massive central dome, Italianate columns, and traditional Indian arches in an unusual yet harmonious style, often highlighted in Agartala tour packages.

Tribal Heritage Displays

A key highlight of Ujjayanta Palace is its comprehensive ethnographic collection, making it one of the most important places to visit in Agartala. Inside the Tripura State Museum, visitors on Agartala holidays can explore detailed exhibits on all 19 tribal communities of Tripura, showcasing traditional clothing, weapons, ornaments, and musical instruments.