Maharaja Dhanya Manikya built the Tripura Sundari Temple in 1501 A. D. /1423 Saka Era. This is one of the holiest temples of Tripura because the shrine of Tripura Sundari is one of the 51 peeths. One of the most salient features of this temple is that the doors are always open for the people of all casts and creed. For this reason, the temple has become so much popular over the centuries.

Location Tripura, West Tripura, Agartala

Legend

King Dhanyamanikya, the ruler of Tripura during the 15th century was making a temple for Lord Vishnu. But during the phase, he received a divine message from Goddess Bhagavati (per chronicles) to consecrate the idol of Goddess Tripurasundari at the hilltop where he was making the temple for Sri Vishnu. The vision also ordered the King to collect the idol from Chittagong. He sent one of his trusted men to receive the idol of Goddess Tripurasundari. But next, he faced another dilemma that how he can consecrate the idol of Maata Parvathi with Lord Vishnu because She is the consort of Lord Shiva. But once again the oracle reappeared and according to the wishes of the ethereal command King Dhanyamanikya placed the idol of Goddess Tripura Sundari at the temple of Lord Vishnu. The temple is pious for both the Shaivaites and the Vaishnav sects.

Architecture

The temple of Tripura Sundari is a small and square edifice of 7 sq. meters at its base and the height of the architecture is 24 meters approx. Though the temple is built in the Chala style of Bengal, the design of the temple is tortoise shaped. The roof of the temple is similar to the humped back of a tortoise. This is the reason why, the shrine is also known as 'Koorma Peetha'. (Koorma means Tortoise). But the well maintained and the red terracotta building of Maata Tripureswari entice the visitors.

Culture

Tripura, one of the notable North-Eastern states of India, stands apart for enshrining their century-old heritage and the lineage of their culture. Once, the princely state, Tripura maintained its independence even during the British Raj in India. In 1974, Tripura accepted to be recognized as an Indian State.

70% of its population is Bengalis and the rest of the 30% belongs to the different tribes, residing in this area over the centuries and much before the Vedic times.

Tripura is accredited for its enriched culture including dance, music, musical theater and other performing arts. The people here are grateful to the great poet Rabindranath Tagore for promoting Tripura in his various literary creations like Rajarshi, Mukut, and Visharjan.

Their handicrafts, way of flamboyant dressing entice travelers from other states and abroad.

The Manikya Dynasty established almost all the important Hindu shrines across Tripura.

Darsan Info

Devotees can visit the temple from 06.00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

The Temple remains closed during -

Matri Sthan--8.00 AM--9.00AM

Anna Bhog & resting time of the Divine Mother from - 2.30 PM--3.00 PM

After Sayan Arati to Mangalarati

Photography is not allowed inside the temple premises.

Darsan Dresscode

Nothing Specific. But wearing modest clothes is suggested.

Famous Festival

April :- Bengali New Year

October :- Mahaastami Tithi

Every Amabasya is a  Special day

Temple Rituals

Along with the Nitya Puja, Bhog- Aarati is also offered to the deity. One of the most special and exclusive rituals practiced here is feeding the tortoises residing in the Kalyansagar, the pond by the temple. It is said to be pious and lucky for the pilgrims. Thus, the devotees at the Tripura Sundari Temple also visit the Kalyansagar and offer food to the turtles there.

Special Rituals

Diwali, 'Uttarayan Sankranti' and 'Shiva - Chaturdashi', on every Amabasya, Bengali New Years Day and Mahaastami Tithi are the days when the deity is specially worshipped.

Additional Info

 

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