Ujjayanta Palace Agartala

The Ujjayanta Palace is renowned for its spectacular facade featuring three towering domes. There is exquisite tilework on the floors, intricate carving on the ceilings, and beautiful doors throughout the palace. During a visit to the museum, visitors experience the grandeur and luxury of a bygone era. Additionally, multiple temples dedicated to Hindu deities are located on the palace grounds.

Ujjayanta Palace Timing and Entry Fee

• Timings of Ujjayanta Palace  – 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Recommended duration – 2 hours
• Entry Fee – INR 10 per person
• Days Ujjayanta Palace is closed – Mondays

Things to Do at Ujjayanta Palace

Ujjayanta Palace in Agartala offers a variety of experiences, making it a popular tourist attraction in Tripura. Listed below are a few popular things that you can enjoy here:

• Take a tour of the State Museum: The palace has a state museum that provides extensive insights into Tripura’s history, art, and culture. A variety of royal artifacts and cultural relics are displayed in exhibits that highlight the state’s diverse heritage.
• Stroll through the Mughal Gardens: Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the expansive Mughal-style gardens surrounding Ujjayanta Palace. Beautiful fountains, ponds, and lush greenery surround the gardens, perfect for nature lovers.
• Enjoy the architectural splendor: Explore the palace’s Indo-Saracenic architecture, which features intricate woodwork and majestic domes. The blend of architectural styles reflects the region’s history and culture.
• Photography: Ujjayanta Palace’s lush gardens and stunning architectural details will enchant the photographers. The palace appears different every time, depending on the time of day and the lighting.

Attractions in Ujjayanta Palace

Ujjayanta Palace has a glorious past. It has been the residence of many rulers of Tripura since it was first established. Thus, the architectural styles vary. Sir Alexander Martin designed this 800-acre grandeur palace in the Indo-Saracenic style with a Mughal-inspired palatial garden with a lake in front. Not only this, but the complex and its vicinity housed numerous temples.

This Tripura palace features three large domes, the largest being 86 feet high and rests on top of a four-story central tower. The floors are tiled, while the front doors are beautifully carved. The main block of this palace comprises the Throne Room, the Durbar Hall, the Library, and the Reception Hall. Later, a Chinese Room was built for artisans brought from China.

Some new attractions added to the Ujjayanta Palace are the musical fountain at the main entrance and the night-time floodlights. In addition, formal Mughal gardens with fountains look stunning. Further, two large artificial ponds featuring pools and fountains adorn the garden.

Best Time to Visit Ujjayanta Palace

Visiting Ujjayanta Palace is most pleasant between October and March when the weather is pleasant. The cooler temperatures make it more enjoyable to walk around the palace grounds and enjoy the gardens.

How to Reach Ujjayanta Palace

Ujjayanta Palace is located in Agartala, which is well-connected by air, rail, and road. Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport is the closest airport to the palace, located about 12 kilometers away. Regular flights connect Agartala with major cities such as Kolkata, Guwahati, and Delhi. You can take a cab or bus from the airport to the palace.  Agartala also has its own railway station, which provides convenient train services to Kolkata, Delhi, and Guwahati. You can take a rickshaw or a cab from the station to get to the palace. Taxis and buses run regularly between Agartala and other parts of Tripura and neighboring states.

Nearby Attractions at Ujjayanta Palace

Once completed with the tour of Ujjayanta Palace, here are some places to visit nearby:

1. Jagannath Temple

Located less than 2 km from the Ujjayanta Palace, Jagannath Temple is a famous pilgrim site in Agartala. It was built in the 19th century by Maharaja Radha Kishore Manikya. Apart from the religious significance, the temple is renowned for its architecture, which displays an octagonal base and its ‘Pradakshina Patha’ around the sanctum. The pillars of Jagannath Temple are in the shape of square and pyramidal cones.

2. Kamalasagar Kali Temple

Drive 26 km to reach Kamalasagar Kali Temple from the palace. It is situated on a hillock overlooking a lake named Kamala Sagar, offering breathtaking views, and thus, is often visited by locals for picnics. Maharaja Dhanya Manikya developed this lake in the late 15th century, which houses an image of the goddess that resembles Dashabhuja Durga or Mahishasurmardini. The image is made of sandstone and is worshiped as Maa Kali. There is also a Shivlingam at the feet of the image, giving this temple the name Kalibari.

3. Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary

One of the most famous attractions in Tripura is Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary, located around 31 km away from the palace. It is a biodiversity hotspot, housing various animals, birds, reptiles, and birds. Some famous mammals include Rhesus macaque, Pigtailed macaque, Barking, Deer, Wild Pigs, Slow loris, Leopards, and Jungle Fowls. Some famous birds include Winged Storks, Whistling Teal, and White Ibis. The sanctuary also features a botanical garden, a deer park, and a zoo.

4. Neermahal

Translated to “water palace,” Neermahal is located in the center of Rudrasagar Lake, around 50 km from Ujjayanta Palace. Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Debbarman Manikya built this palace in 1930 as his summer palace, now one of its kind in India. The palace features Mughal architectural styles, with marble and stone used extensively. Many migratory birds encircle the lake in the winter, making this attraction a birdwatcher’s delight. Neermahal Water Festival, a three-day event, is the biggest highlight of this palace, celebrated every year in August.

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