Area | 10,491.69 square kilometers (4,052.14 square miles) sq km |
Capital | Agartala |
Population | Approximately 3.7 million (as per the 2011 Census) |
Official Languages | Bengali Kokborok (Tripuri) |
Boundary | North, West, and South: Bangladesh East: Assam and Mizoram |
Kharchi Puja: A major festival in Tripura involving rituals and prayers to the earth. Garia Puja: Celebrated by the Tripuri tribes, offering prayers to the deity Baba Garia. Durga Puja: Widely celebrated with great enthusiasm across the state. Diwali: The festival of lights, marked with traditional rituals and festivities. Pous Sankranti Mela: A harvest festival celebrated in the Hindu calendar month of Poush.
Tripura boasts a rich cultural heritage, influenced by its indigenous tribal communities and Bengali culture. The state is home to several indigenous tribes, including the Tripuri, Reang, and Jamatia, each with its own unique customs, traditions, and languages. The Royal Manikya dynasty's influence is evident in the state’s architectural and cultural history, particularly in palaces and temples.
Tripura’s cuisine is a blend of tribal and Bengali influences, with rice as the staple food. Some popular dishes include: Mui Borok: A traditional Tripuri dish made from dried and fermented fish, vegetables, and bamboo shoots. Chakhwi: Bamboo shoots cooked with pork or fish. Gudok: A dish made with vegetables, bamboo shoots, and dry fish. Panch Phoron Tarkari: A vegetable dish flavored with a mixture of five spices..
Tripura is known for its exquisite handwoven textiles, particularly the Risa, Rignai, and Loin Loom products. Other notable crafts include: Cane and Bamboo Craft: Furniture, baskets, and decorative items made from cane and bamboo are popular. Pottery: Traditional clay pottery is widely practiced in Tripura. Jewelry: Handcrafted jewelry, often made from silver and bamboo, is a specialty of the region..
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