Shopping & Handicrafts

Festival Shopping & Seasonal Highlights

• Pous Sankranti Mela (January, Dumboor Lake)
  • Massive fair with handicrafts, food stalls, cultural performances.
• Kharchi Puja Festival (July, near Old Agartala)
  • Bustling temporary markets selling textiles, jewelry, and home décor.
• Durga Puja Season (September–October)
  • Special festive designs in Risa and Rignai; jewelry sales at their peak.

4. Tips for Shoppers in Tripura

• Authenticity: Government emporiums guarantee quality; avoid suspiciously low prices.
• Bargaining: Normal in street markets, but not in fixed-price government stores.
• Quality Check:
  • Bamboo & Cane: Look for tight weaving, no loose ends.
  • Handloom: Slight pattern irregularities mean it’s handmade.
• Packing & Transport: Large cane furniture can be disassembled for easier transport.