🕉️ TIT – Tripura Tourism Development Corporation Ltd.

Overview

Tripura, a small yet spiritually powerful state in northeast India, is home to the revered Tripura Sundari Temple, one of the 51 Shakti Peethas, as well as ancient Hindu shrines, Buddhist sites, and unique rock-cut sculptures. Known as the “Land of Mother Goddess Tripura Sundari,” the state carries immense sacred significance for devotees of Shakti, Shaiva traditions, and Buddhist seekers. The Tripura Tourism Development Corporation Ltd. (TTDC / TIT) plays a key role in promoting pilgrim circuits, heritage stays, cultural packages, and eco–spiritual journeys, making Tripura a hidden gem for cultural and spiritual tourism.

🌿 Preserving Tripura’s Cultural & Heritage Tourism

TIT showcases Tripura’s sacred traditions through:

  • Shakti Peetha Pilgrimage – Tripura Sundari Temple, a seat of Devi worship.
  • Rock-Cut Heritage – Unakoti, Devtamura, and Pilak with their Shaiva–Buddhist sculptures.
  • Buddhist Pilgrimage Circuits – ancient monasteries and stupas.
  • Festival Tourism – Durga Puja, Kharchi Puja, and Buddhist celebrations.
  • Cultural Heritage Tours – tribal traditions, royal palaces, and temples.

🕉️ Spiritual & Pilgrimage Tours by TIT

Tripura is an important land of Devi, Shaiva, and Buddhist devotion, with TIT supporting pilgrimages to:

  • Tripura Sundari Temple (Udaipur) – One of the 51 Shakti Peethas, where Goddess Sati’s right foot is believed to have fallen.
  • Unakoti (Unakoti district) – Rock-cut Shaiva sculptures of Shiva, Ganesha, and others, dating back to the 7th–9th century.
  • Devtamura (South Tripura) – Hill carvings of Hindu deities, especially Durga and Vishnu.
  • Pilak (South Tripura) – Archaeological site with Buddhist and Hindu sculptures from 8th–12th centuries.
  • Bhubaneswari Temple (Udaipur) – A temple built by Maharaja Govinda Manikya, immortalized by Rabindranath Tagore in his works.
  • Chaturdash Devta Temple (Old Agartala) – A shrine honoring 14 guardian deities of Tripura.
  • Buddhist Monasteries – Pilgrimage centers for Buddhist devotees in North Tripura.

🏨 Accommodation – TIT Hotels & Tourist Lodges

TIT manages lodges, tourist cottages, and hotels near sacred and heritage sites:

  • Udaipur Tourist Lodge – For pilgrims visiting Tripura Sundari Temple.
  • Agartala Hotels & Lodges – For cultural and temple tourism.
  • Unakoti & Kailashahar Lodges – For visitors exploring rock-cut shrines.
  • Pilak Tourist Homes – Near archaeological heritage sites.

These are budget-friendly, safe, and located near major pilgrimage centers.

🎉 Festivals & Cultural Programs Supported by TIT

Tripura celebrates festivals that blend Hindu devotion, tribal culture, and Buddhist spirituality, with TIT promoting:

  • Durga Puja (statewide) – The biggest festival of Tripura, celebrated with grandeur.
  • Kharchi Puja (Agartala) – Dedicated to 14 deities, a unique tribal-Hindu festival.
  • Diwali at Tripura Sundari Temple – A major celebration at the Shakti Peetha.
  • Ashokashtami (Unakoti) – Celebrated at the rock-cut heritage site.
  • Buddha Purnima – Buddhist celebrations at monasteries and heritage sites.

🛕 Sacred Treks & Religious Journeys

Tripura’s sacred geography includes treks and spiritual walks:

  • Unakoti Heritage Walks – Exploring rock-cut Shaiva sculptures.
  • Devtamura Trek – Trekking to hilltop carvings of deities.
  • Pilak Temple Circuits – Visiting Buddhist-Hindu archaeological remains.
  • Tripura Sundari Pilgrim Walks – Around the temple and sacred ponds.

đź“Ś Practical Information

  • Official Website: Tripura Tourism
  • Booking Options: Hotels, lodges, and pilgrimage packages bookable online.
  • Best Time to Visit:
    • October–March: Pleasant weather for temple circuits and archaeological tours.
    • October–November: For Durga Puja and Diwali at Tripura Sundari Temple.
    • July: For Kharchi Puja.
    • April: For Ashokashtami at Unakoti.

🌸 Why Choose TIT for Spiritual & Heritage Travel?

  • Authenticity – State-supported, ensuring reliable pilgrim facilities.
  • Sacred Depth – Shakti Peetha, Shaiva shrines, Buddhist monasteries, and tribal festivals.
  • Festival Access – Durga Puja, Kharchi Puja, and Ashokashtami at Unakoti.
  • Unique Heritage – Rock-cut sculptures, temples, and archaeological treasures.

For devotees, seekers, and heritage lovers, TIT is the trusted gateway to Tripura’s Shakti Peetha, rock-cut shrines, and sacred festivals.