Everyone wants to take back some souvenirs and gifts for the near and dear ones from a great holiday. So if there is not much to shop in the destination traveled, it is a bit disappointing. But Agartala would not disappoint you anyway. Actually, shopping in Agartala is a pleasant experience for the avid shopper. The region has a rich tradition of handicrafts.

The vast forestland that covers the region produces a wealth of wood and bamboo, which serve as the raw material of the traditional handicrafts. Clay and palm leaves are also popular medium for crafts.

The ace craftsmen of Agartala and around make exquisite artifacts from cane, bamboo, clay, palm leaves and an admixture of all these.

Watch out for Tablemats, floor mats, room dividers while shopping in Agartala. Made of bamboo or cane, these utilities are durable and have aesthetic value.

Decorated lampshades, wall panels and furniture are popular items for shopping in Agartala. You may also pick up such items to embellish your home interior. Tripura also boasts of hand-woven fabrics. The variety of designs and colors may leave you spoilt for choice.

There are lots of places for shopping in Agartala. Drop in at the government run shopping outlets like travel-agartala, which offers authentic artifacts and reasonable prices. You may also explore numerous private shops in the main market area.

A visit to the tribal villages to see the artisans at work may also turn out to be rewarding.

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