Neermahal
Tripura ยท northeast ยท 14m
India's largest water palace โ built in 1930 in the middle of Rudrasagar Lake, Mughal-Hindu hybrid architecture, boat access only
Why Special
India's largest water palace, built in 1930 by Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya in the middle of Rudrasagar Lake. Accessible only by boat. Blends Mughal and Hindu architectural styles. Lit up at night during festivals, it floats like a mirage on the water. Easy day trip from Agartala.
Infrastructure Reality
Network Coverage
All networks work perfectly.
Medical & Emergency
Hospital: GB Hospital Agartala (53km) (5 km)
Ambulance: 108 available
Police: 100
Getting There
Agartala 53km, 1.5 hrs
Fuel & Stay
Fuel: Melaghar town
Stay: โนโน500-1200 (Melaghar) โ โน1500-4000 (Agartala)/night
How to Reach
๐ For International Travelers
Cultural Context
Water palace of Tripura Maharajas built in 1930 in Rudrasagar Lake. Unique Hindu-Muslim architectural fusion. Respectful at the monument.
What to Wear
Casual. Light clothing โ hot climate. Modest.
Food Safety
Limited โ small eateries near the lake in Melaghar. Carry snacks. Bottled water.
Common Scams to Watch For
- Boat operators may overcharge โ confirm rates at ticket counter before boarding
Cards & Cash
No โ cash only for entry and boat rides.
English Spoken
Low โ Bengali and Kokborok spoken. Basic Hindi.
Phone & SIM
Patchy โ Jio and Airtel work at Melaghar. Signal may drop on the lake.
Nearest Embassy
Kolkata (~1,600km).
e-Visa for India. No ILP needed.
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