Famous Monuments in Northeast India: Ever Been To These Places?

Northeast India is one of the most fascinating places in the country and in the world. This part of India is located in the northeastern region, and consists of 7 states, collectively known as ‘the seven sisters’. Much of the region has been left unexplored to date, because of the region’s tough terrain consisting of mountains, hills, rainforests, rivers, jungles, and predators, leading to a deficiency of infrastructure. However, this small-sized region has one of the highest biodiversity densities found anywhere in the world. Today, we will help you explore some of the most Famous Monuments in Northeast India. This experience will e of a lifetime, so buckle up your seat belts, and let’s undertake this adventure. 

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Famous Monuments in Northeast India

Here is a list of some of the Great Monuments of North East India. If you are planning to visit the region or read this article for other reasons, make sure to save this page for later, so you can access it easily. 

1.  Ujjayanta Palace

The Ujjayanta Palace is called Nuyungma in the local Tripuri language. It is a museum and the former residence of the King of Tripura. It is situated in Agartala, the capital of Tripura. The palace was constructed between 1899 and 1901 by Maharaja Radha Kishore Manikya Debbarma.  Today, it stands on the banks of two lakes surrounded by gardens that are inspired by the European style. This monument was the home of the ruling Manikya dynasty until Tripura became a part of India in October 1949. Then, the palace was purchased from the royal family by the Government of Tripura in 1972–73. The cost of the transaction was estimated to e around Rs. 2.5 million. After this, it was used to house the State Legislative Assembly until July 2011. Currently, it is a State Museum primarily showcasing the lifestyle, arts, culture, tradition, and utility crafts of communities of northeast India. It also showcases a lot of stone sculptures, coinage of the Manikya dynasty, and some other artifacts.

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2. Heritage Park

The Heritage Park is spread over twelve-acre of land. This famous park is located at the center of the city, on the northern side of Raj Bhawan on the Agartala-GBP Hospital road. The entrance to the park has an imposing gate depicting the cultural heritage of Tripura, both tribal and non-tribal. The park has three segments, which are 

• Mini-Tripura, which is located on about three-acre of land at the entrance, 
• Central area which is being raised as a natural forest, and 
• A plain tableland that has medicinal plants, herbs, and shrubs.  

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3. Unakoti

Unakoti is a chiseled marvel hidden in plain sight. It is one of the most Famous Monuments in Northeast India. It is located 178 kilometers from Agartala. It is an ancient stone gate that opens into massive stone and rock sculptures carved out of a hillside. Bending bridges and broken staircases run between the slopes. A 30-feet tall Shiva’s head, called Unakotiswara Kal Bhairava, is surrounded by sculptures of goddesses like Ganga sitting on a Capricorn and Durga standing on a lion. Sculptures of Hanumana, Ganesha, Ravana, and other deities from Hindu mythology are also sculpted. This heritage site is hidden by the dense forests of Jampui Hills, like a forgotten treasure of India. This heritage site is called the “Lost Hill of Faces”, for all right reasons.

4. Jowai

This monument is located in the Jaintia Hills district, at a distance of 66 kilometers from Shillong. This place is famous for its rustic setting and breathtaking views. It has the perfect mixture of heritage and culture. Jowai boasts of being a destination that is much loved for a scenic drive and is full of lakes, vast open valleys, and waterfalls. Thadlaskein Lake and Lalong Park are famous tourist hot spots. The Syntu Ksiar is also a popular destination on the shores of river Myntdu. You can visit the place during festivals like Behdeinkhlam, Chad Sukra, and Laho Dance attract many tourists from across India each year. 

5. Morigaon

Morigaon is located almost 40 kilometers from Guwahati. It is the place known as the Land of Black Magic among the visitors as the place has some spiritual story related to it. Morigaon is situated on the banks of the river Brahmaputra. The place is famous as a tourist attraction due to its related history of temples ad wildlife sanctuaries.

Other Great Monuments of North East India

Some of the most Famous Monuments in Northeast India are listed below.

• The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
• Khangchendzonga National Park
• Sivasagar, Assam
• The site of the Battle of Imphal
• Tirap, Arunachal Pradesh

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