About Tripura
Tripura is one of the seven states in the north eastern part of India and is bounded on the north, west, south and south-east by Bangladesh whereas in the east it shares a common boundary with Assam and Mizoram. This splendid Hill Station boasts of several scenic spots, which are sure to enthrall the tourists visiting the region. Tripura enjoys a varied ethnic and cultural composition akin to other Hill Stations in North-East India.
Fairs and Festivals in Tripura
Due to the multi-cultural and multi-lingual communities in Tripura, there are various fairs and festivals celebrated in the state. These are celebrated with great pomp and show throughout the year and throughout the state, and thus they attract a large number of pilgrims and tourists. As Tripura is largely dominated by the Hindus, the fairs and festivals of the place are quite common to those celebrated in the rest of India. Besides, there are many festivals which are unique to Tripura and its people. The main feature of festivals and fairs in Tripura is that, irrespective of whether a festival/fair is basically tribal or not, all people - tribal and non-tribal - will be a part of it and celebrate the occasion with equal fervor.
Of the many fairs and festivals celebrated in Tripura, the ones that are very popular include:
Durga Puja, Tripura (Celebrated in September-October)
Kharchi Puja (July)
Garia Puja (April)
Dewali Festival, Tripura (November)
Pous Sankranti Mela (January)
Ashokastami Festival (March-April)
Orange & Tourism Festival (November)
Boat Race, Tripura
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