Chaturdasha Temple
The Chaturdasha Temple is a Hindu temple (mandir) near Old Agartala in Tripura, India, and features the Tripuri dome patterned after the roofs of village huts in Tripura. The dome is surmounted by a stupa-like structure which reveals traces of Buddhist influence. This temple was built in honour of fourteen deities, together called the Chaturdasha Devata. Devotees visit the temple for the kharchi festival.
| Chaturdasha Temple | |
|---|---|
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| District | West Tripura |
| Festivals | Kharchi puja |
| Location | |
| Location | Agartala |
| State | Tripura |
| Country | India |
Location in Tripura Chaturdasha Temple (India) | |
| Geographic coordinates | 23.8413872°N 91.3451919°E |
| Architecture | |
| Creator | Krishna Manikya |
| Completed | 1761 |
It was built by King Krishna Manikya of Tripura in 1760, when Agartala became the capital city.[1]
In May 2023, the Tripura government began refurbishing the temple and capital complex.[2][3]
References
- www.ETTravelWorld.com. "Tripura to refurbish old capital complex area to boost tourism - ET TravelWorld". ETTravelWorld.com. Retrieved 21 February 2024.
- www.ETTravelWorld.com. "Tripura to refurbish old capital complex area to boost tourism - ET TravelWorld". ETTravelWorld.com. Retrieved 21 February 2024.
- "Tripura govt to refurbish old capital complex area". The Times of India. 22 May 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 21 February 2024.
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