Talatal Ghar to Ujjayanta Palace to Ita Fort: Prominent historical monuments of Northeast India

New Delhi: India is a land of rich culture, grand heritage and natural beauty. While the north-eastern region of the country is mostly known for its lush green vegetation and captivating beauty, it is also home to grand historical monuments, which have great significance to the region. There are various historical sites and monuments nestled in this part of the country that reflect the glorious past of the region. This article will take you on a journey, navigating through some historical monuments in the region.

Ita Fort, Itanagar

One of the most important historical sites in the state of Arunachal Pradesh, Ita Fort is situated in Itanagar town and was constructed in the 14th century. Considered to be one of the oldest forts in the northeastern region, it is one of the best offbeat forts across the nation. In the Ahom language, the term Ita means brick. The stone work and design of the building are a testament to the engineering marvels of the Ahom kingdom.

Ujjayanta Palace, Tripura

Constructed by Maharaja Radha Kishore Manikya in 1901, Ujjayanta Palace is a former royal palace of the princely state of Tripura. The palace, currently serving as the state museum, has pretty tiled floors and carved wooden ceilings that hold potential to captivate the hearts of visitors. The palace was named by Rabindranath Tagore, who used to visit the palace regularly. The palace also consists of a beautiful library, a durbar hall and public halls.

Neermahal, Tripura

Constructed by Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Bahadur in 1930, Neermahal is a former royal palace of Tripura Kingdom and is also known as Twijilikma Nuyung. The fort, standing as a testament to Tripura’s glorious past, is simply an architectural beauty and is considered to be the largest palace of its kind across the nation.

Talatal Ghar, Assam

Talatal Ghar, located around four kilometres from Sivasagar, is an 18th-century palace and military base in Rangpur district of Assam. While the Kareng Ghar was developed by King Rudra Singha, the present structure was erected by king Rajeswar Singha (Surempha) and is considered to be the largest of the monuments constructed during the Ahom era.

Kangla Fort, Manpur

The Kangla Fort, also known as the Kangla Palace, in Manipur is perched on the bank of the Imphal River, a major river flowing in the state of Manipur. The term Kangla has been derived from old Meetei, meaning the prominent part of the dry land. Served as the royal palace of King Pakhangba., the fort used to be the seat of the past Meetei rulers of Manipur. The palace is one of the great historical attractions in the state.

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