Tripura Government Museum

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Label : Top Attraction

Tags : Museum

Timings : 10:00 am to 5:30 pm (except on government holidays)

Address : Palace Compound, Indranagar, Agartala, Tripura 799001

Founded : 26 September 2013

Entry Fee : INR 10

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Ujjayanta Palace Museum

Tripura State Museum, Agartala Overview

Established on June 22, 1970, the Tripura Government Museum, also known as the Tripura State Museum, stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the state. In a significant move, it was relocated to the majestic Ujjayanta Palace on September 25, 2013, with the official inauguration conducted by Hamid Ansari, the former Vice President of India. Nestled in Agartala, the capital city of Tripura, this museum holds the distinction of being the largest in North-east India, offering a "National perspective while remaining focused on Tripura and northeast India."

Housed within the regal walls of the Ujjayanta Palace (Nuyungma in Tripuri language), the museum boasts a diverse collection of archaeological treasures, including sculptures, terracotta, bronze images, coins from the Tripuri kingdom, paintings, and other historical artifacts excavated from various sites in Tripura.

1. Features and Galleries

Originally comprising four halls, the museum expanded to 22 display galleries after its relocation in 2013. These galleries showcase a captivating array of archaeological antiquities, historical India (Read More)n sculptures, paintings, tribal culture, and more. With 1406 collections on display, including stone sculptures, terracotta plaques, coins, textiles, and ornaments, the museum offers a comprehensive exploration of Tripura's rich history and cultural legacy.

2. Distinctive Pilak Exhibits

A highlight of the museum is its distinctive exhibits from Pilak, featuring well-crafted bronze sculptures of Mukhalinga, Avalokitesvara, Tara, Vishnu, and terracotta artifacts representing folk arts (Read More)of Pilak. These exhibits provide a glimpse into different cultures of Hinduism and Buddhism from the 9th to 13th centuries.

3. Tripura State Tribal Museum

Situated within the premises of the Tribal Research and Cultural Institute in Agartala, the Tripura State Tribal Museum, inaugurated on September 23, 2009, celebrates the diverse heritage and culture (Read More)of the state's 19 tribal communities. With life-like dioramas, traditional artifacts, interactive kiosks, and an auditorium, the museum offers an immersive experience into the social structures, beliefs, and traditional practices of Tripura's tribes.

4. Annual Celebrations

The Tribal Research and Cultural Institute hosts annual events celebrating the traditions, festivals, and languages of Tripura's tribal communities. One such event is held in January or February, feat (Read More)uring dance performances, traditional sports competitions, and exhibitions of tribal crafts and knowledge systems.