For the north eastern region, after Guwahati, if there is one important city it is Agartala, the capital of Tripura. It is the second largest city of the region on the basis on of the municipal area and population. Located just 2 kilometres from Bangladesh, Agartala is also a cultural hub. It is located in western Tripura, and the Haroa River crosses the city. In this city, recreation, adventure and culture all come together. Also the rich flora and fauna adds to the flavour of the city making Agartala tourism interesting.

There are several tourist places of interest in and around Agartala. It is one of the few cities in the Northeast which has effortlessly accommodated modernity while retaining the old, glorious heritage. While the city is filled with palaces and other princely estates, it has also gracefully allowed the modern building to mushroom adding new colours and fabric to the place.