The northeastern region of India is a territory rich in various cultures and stunning natural beauty. While the lush green landscapes and misty hills attract visitors, the region also has a rich historical heritage that is often overlooked. Numerous old royal monuments and forts can be found across the northeastern states, providing a fascinating glimpse into the region’s royal past.
Here are 5 famous historical sites in North East India that are worth the visit
1. Talatal Ghar, Assam
This is an 18th-century palace and military base in Rangpur, Assam. Sivasagar is around 4 km away from the palace. For those who are not aware, this is one of the greatest monuments built by the Ahom dynasty ever.
2. Ujjayanta Palace, Tripura
Ujjayanta Palace, an old royal palace in Tripura, Agartala, was built in 1901. The palace’s charming wooden ceilings and tiled floors will instantly win your heart. Rabindranath Tagore gave it the name ‘Ujjayanta Palace’. He often went to Tripura and the palace.
3. Kangla Fort, Manipur
Situated on the Imphal River’s bank, the Kangla Fort in Manipur is often referred to as the Kangla Palace. Kangla, in old Meetei, refers to the prominent part of the dry land. It was the seat of Manipur’s past Meetei rulers and served as King Pakhangba’s royal palace.
4. Kachari Ruins, Nagaland
The Dimapur region was home to a rich ancient civilization, whose ruins could be found at the Kachari Ruins. The architectural and cultural history of the Kachari dynasty can be well studied from these remains. The ruins are a series of mushroom-shaped pillars built in the 13th century by the Dimasa Kachari Kingdoms before the Ahom invasion.
5. Devi Dol, Assam
Devi Dol is a centuries-old temple in Sivasagar, Assam. The temple is devoted to Goddess Durga and worshipers come from all around the nation. Dol means temple, and this temple features Shiva Dol on one side and Vishnu Dol on the other.
