Dumboor with a water area of 41 square kilometers, with an unending spell of luxuriant green vegetation all around stands majestic for her exceedingly charming beauty and hold a great appeal for tourists out for day in the great outdoors.
There are 48 islands dotting the lake, which is home to numerous birds o all shapes and colours. Migratory birds, water sport facilities including boating facility and variety of wildlife are an additional attraction. The lake also acquires a rich reservoir of natural fishes. This is also the place which is near to the Tirthamukh Pilgrim Centre and where Poush Makar Sankranti Fair is held each year.

Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary in Tripura, India of some 18.53 square kilometres (7.15 sq mi), about 25 kilometres (16 mi) from the city centre, located in Bishalgarh. It is a woodland with an artificial lake and natural botanical and zoological gardens. It is famous for its clouded leopard enclosures. The sanctuary contains a variety of birds, primates, and other animals. The terrain is green throughout the year and the weather is temperate except for the two humid summer months of March and April. It gives shelter to about 150 species of birds and the unique bespectacled monkey, Phayre's langur.
The primate section consists of four species (rhesus macaque, pig-tailed macaque, capped langur and spectacled langur). The crab-eating mongoose (last sighted in the 1930s) has been resuscitated. The sanctuary has been developed both as a wildlife sanctuary and as an academic and research centre. About 150 species of birds live in the sanctuary, and migratory birds visit in winter. Initiated in 1972 the sanctuary has five sections: carnivores, primates, ungulates, reptiles and aviary. There are several lakes;among which Amrit Sagar named lake have boating facility.
There is an accommodation at the forest where a dak bungalow, called Abasarika, near the botanical garden, zoo and boating lake attracts the tourists to have a night adventure in the middle of the forest which is a great experience.

The Ujjayanta Palace surroundings contain several temples idolized by the populace. The temples of Jagganath and Ummaneshwar are situated just opposite to each other on the green elongates of grass within the Palace yard. Culturally and geographically Tripura distinguishes itself more with West Bengal, than the other North East states. Therefore, it is usual to find Gods, Goddess and temples corresponding each other in these two states of India.

Jampui Hill is nestled in the northeastern state of Tripura, India, and it is the highest hill range in the state, providing a panoramic view of the lush landscapes. This serene hill station is often termed as the 'Eternal Hills of Spring' due to its unique climate that allows various orchids and orange plantations to flourish. It is home to the Lushai and Reang tribes, among others, giving visitors an opportunity to witness and engage with diverse cultures and traditions. Jampui Hill invites nature enthusiasts and travelers seeking tranquility away from the bustling city life. The hill's natural beauty is accentuated by the majestic sunrise and sunset views that it offers. The Orange and Tourism festival, hosted every year in the month of November, is a significant attraction that celebrates the season of orange harvest. The hill also has multiple view points, nature trails, and the opportunity to engage in bird watching or simply soaking in the vistas of the surrounding valleys and hamlets.

Ham Ham Waterfall, also known as Hamham Falls, is a stunning and relatively unexplored natural attraction located in the lush forested region of Kailashahar in the Indian state of Tripura. This secluded waterfall is nestled amidst the verdant greenery and rugged terrain of the Jampui Hills, which are part of the larger Barail Range. Accessing Ham Ham Waterfall is an adventure in itself, requiring visitors to embark on a trek through the dense forest. The trek path is not well marked, and it's essential to have a local guide. As trekkers navigate the moist deciduous forest, they are often accompanied by the sounds of wildlife and the rustling of leaves. Upon reaching the waterfall, visitors are greeted by the magnificent sight of water cascading down from a height of about 100 meters, creating a mesmerizing spray and a serene pool below. The waterfall is surrounded by steep rock faces and the rich biodiversity of the forest, offering a tranquil escape for nature enthusiasts and a perfect spot for photography.

Kailashahar Palace, located in Kailashahar of Tripura, India, is an archaeological relic that speaks of the erstwhile princely state's heritage. No longer standing in its full glory, the palace is now mostly in ruins, reflecting the grandeur of what once was a magnificent structure. Historically significant, it was the seat of power for the Manikya Kings. Over time, invasions and natural elements have left the palace in a state of disrepair, but even in its dilapidated state, it manages to exude an enchanting charm that attracts history buffs and travelers. Visitors can wander through the remnants and get a glimpse of Tripura's royal past. Though not much of the structural majesty remains, the site remains enveloped in lush greenery, offering a picturesque setting. The ruins are a testament to the region's rich culture and regal lineage. While Kailashahar itself is a quiet town, the palace ruins remain one of its most intriguing points of interest, inviting contemplation on the passage of time and the stories of days gone by.

Nested in the northeastern part of India, the Tea Estates in Kailashahar, Tripura are symbolic of the serene and lush landscapes of the region. Tripura, being one of the less explored states in India, offers an authentic tea-tasting experience amidst less commercialized settings. The tea gardens sprawl across undulating terrains and are a sight to behold with their neatly lined rows of tea plants. Workers can be seen meticulously plucking the bright green tea leaves, a testament to the labor-intensive process of tea production. The region's climate, with its ample rainfall and fertile soil, contribute to the unique flavor profile of Tripura tea. A visit to these estates not only presents a tranquil retreat but also an educational journey into the intricacies of tea cultivation and processing. Tourists can interact with the estate workers, understand the challenges of tea farming, and witness the journey of leaves from the plant to the cup.

The Chouddo Devotar Temple, also known as Fourteen Deities Temple, is a historical temple located in Kailashahar, the northern part of Tripura, India. This temple is dedicated to the fourteen gods and goddesses collectively known as Chouddo Devata, revered by the local Tripuri people. According to myth, these deities were originally housed at Tripura's Udaipur but were later enshrined in Kailashahar by a Maharaja of the Manikya dynasty. The sacred site is set on a hillock near the Bangladesh border, offering a serene and spiritual atmosphere. The temple's architecture reflects the indigenous style with distinctively regional features and intricate carvings representing Tripura's rich cultural heritage. The Chouddo Devotar Temple not only holds immense religious significance but is also an epitome of the historical legacy of Tripura, attracting pilgrims and tourists year-round.

Kailashahar is a municipal council city located in the Unakoti district in the northeastern Indian state of Tripura. Historically, it was the ancient capital of the Tripuri kingdom and is known for its lush landscapes and rich cultural heritage. The name 'Kailashahar' is believed to be linked to the Hindu mythological god Shiva, with 'Kailash' being the name of his abode. Along with its deep historical significance, the town boasts of numerous temples and ruins that reflect its past glory. The Unakoti rock carvings, located nearby, are a significant archaeological and religious site, featuring massive stone and rock-cut sculptures dedicated to Lord Shiva. Kailashahar offers a glimpse into the serene beauty and enchanting folklore of Tripura. With verdant hills, historical sites, and a tranquil ambiance, it captures the essence of this often-overlooked region of India. The town also serves as a gateway to explore the surrounding landscapes and indigenous cultures that characterize the state of Tripura.

File photo shows two girls harvesting pineapple at a farm at Nalkata village in Tripura. Photo: Arunangsu Roy Chowdhury

Unseasonal cultivation of pineapple, made possible by horticulture scientists in Tripura, is providing more revenue to farmers in the State.

“We used ethyl sodium carbonate chemicals for bearing fruit in winter which is not its proper season and we have been successful,” Sujit Saha, a junior scientist of the Horticulture department, said.

The department carried out experiments on 30 hectare at a cost of Rs. 6 lakh and was successful, he said.

Labourer Firoz Mia in West Tripura cultivated pineapples on one hectare of fallow land encouraged by the Horticulture Department last year and now 5,000 pineapples have ripened in December which means an earning of about Rs. 1,50,000.

“Initially I was not interested in cultivation of pineapples, but the officers of the Horticulture Department gave me a lot of subsidies in buying seedlings and also provided technical assistance for using chemicals for untimely bearing of fruit. I have been hugely benefited,” Mr. Mia said.

Tripura is now a State with surplus production of horticulture crops like mango, jackfruit, papaya, banana and litchi.

A Horticulture and Soil Conservation Department source said the State has a demand of about 2,14,000 tonne for this kind of produce, but the actual production has gone to over five lakh tonne.

Generally two types of pineapple are grown in Tripura — Queen variety and Kelenga variety.

Of these the popular one is the Queen variety of which production was 40,000 tonnes this year, while the Kelenga variety produced an estimated at 66,406 tonne.

The increased production of pineapple-based food products are, therefore, finding markets outside the State.

Manager of Piyush Agro Tech, P. S. Chauhan said his company received orders from an Italian company for sending a consignment of 1,02,000 cans of sliced pineapples after its experts ascertained the packaging process.

“Tripura pineapples, especially of the queen variety are now regularly going abroad. Canned pineapple slices are being sent to European countries,” Dipen Chowdhury, the in-charge of the processing unit of Piyush Agro Tech said.

The North East Regional Agricultural Marketing Corporation (NERAMAC), the central agricultural marketing agency and the Tripura Small Industries Corporation have come forward with mini-fruit processing units.

The Canal Streetcar Line is a streetcar line in New Orleans, Louisiana, operated by the New Orleans Regional Transit Authority (RTA). The line originally operated from 1861 until its closure in 1964. After a 40-year hiatus, it was rebuilt between 2000 and 2004, with streetcar service resuming on April 18, 2004.

The Rampart–Loyola Streetcar Line is a historic streetcar line in New Orleans, Louisiana. It is operated by the New Orleans Regional Transit Authority (RTA). It is the newest streetcar line in the system, as it opened in its original form on January 28, 2013, with the total length of the line being 2.4 mi (3.9 km). The line is officially designated Route 46 and is denoted with a purple color on most RTA publications.

The Riverfront Streetcar Line is a streetcar route in New Orleans, Louisiana, operated by the New Orleans Regional Transit Authority  (RTA). It opened on August 14, 1988, becoming the first new streetcar line in the city in 62 years. The route runs for 2 miles (3.2 km. along the east bank of the Mississippi River, between Esplanade Avenue in the French Quarter and Julia Street near the New Orleans Convention Center.

The Bow Valley Gap Wildlife Overpass, designed by our firm, DIALOG, and completed in 2024, is a modest but innovative intervention designed to reconnect disrupted wildlife corridors in this heavily trafficked region. It’s also the first wildlife overpass in Canada constructed outside of a national park. Quietly embedded in the landscape, this simple structure supports more than animals—it carries the idea that suburban and exurban infrastructure can be both well engineered and contextually sensitive.

Of course, crossings don’t just magically appear out of the mist like a clueless cervid. Infrastructure costs money. A study published in 2021 by Washington State University researcher Wisnu Sugiarto found that the average cost of a wildlife crossing ranged from $500,000 to $6.2 million, depending on the length, materials, and geographic complexity of the project. 
Some would call that a bargain. “There’s virtually no other transportation infrastructure that’s going to get you this kind of return on investment,” says Renee Callahan, executive director of ARC Solutions, a nonprofit organization that promotes the development of wildlife crossings. 
Sure, ARC is an advocacy group, but the research backs up its claims. These crossings netted annual savings of $235,000 to $443,000 per structure in terms of collisions prevented, according to Sugiarto’s study.
The near-term outlook for wildlife crossings is favorable. The infrastructure bill passed by the U.S. Congress in 2021 included $350 million in grant funding specifically for these projects. If all that money is actually spent on building new crossings, the U.S. could add somewhere between 56 and 700, which, according to Sugiarto’s math, would save at least $13 million annually — and as much as $310 million. 
That means the investment could pay itself off in less than two years, and you can’t put a price tag on the human and animal lives saved. It’s the rare transportation infrastructure win that anyone can applaud — whether they have hands, hooves, or paws.

Why do animals cross the road? Some are just migrating. Others seek food or mates. But whatever the case, they aren’t likely to pay much attention to traffic — and that can mean disaster. Every year in the U.S., an estimated 350 million animals and more than 400 people die in animal-car crashes. And even crashes that don’t claim lives still cost an average of over $4,100, according to insurers — which all adds up to billions in annual damages. 
That’s why animal crossings have become so popular. These specialized over- or underpasses allow wild animals — from wolves and bears to moose, deer, elk, and even butterflies — to pass safely. They’re typically covered with vegetation and terrain to make them more attractive to animals and may be fenced and off-limits to humans. According to one study, animals are 146% more likely to use one than a random stretch of road. Another long-term investigation showed that crossings reduced accidents by greater than 80%  annually.

Animal Overpasses Save Bambis … and Benjamins

The design and engineering firm Dialog led the structural engineering and landscape architecture of the overpass, which was funded by Alberta’s provincial department of transportation and is now the first wildlife overpass in Canada constructed outside of a national park. It’s in an area where reported vehicle collisions with deer, elk, coyotes, and grizzly bears happen 69 times per year on average. “The very rough rule of thumb is for every collision that is recorded or every carcass that is seen on the side of the road, you can usually double that number,” says Dialog’s Neil Robson, the overpass project manager and lead designer.

Located between Calgary and Banff National Park, this stretch of the Canadian Rockies is sliced in two by the Trans-Canada Highway, one of the busiest roadways in the province. That’s had deadly consequences for the area’s abundant wildlife, as well as the tens of thousands of people who drive through it every day. But now, after years of mounting wildlife-vehicle collisions, the danger to animals and humans is being addressed with a stunning new wildlife overpass.

The Bow Valley Gap wildlife overpass is a roughly 200-foot-wide cap over a four-lane highway, topped with soil and forest-like plantings that creates a bridge almost indistinguishable from the forest on either side.

This stunning wildlife overpass helps animals cross one of Canada’s busiest highways 

How creating wildlife crossings can help reindeer, bears – and even crabs

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Sweden’s announcement this week that it is to build a series of animal bridges is the latest in global efforts to help wildlife navigate busy roads

Every April, Sweden’s main highway comes to a periodic standstill. Hundreds of reindeer overseen by indigenous Sami herders shuffle across the asphalt on the E4 as they begin their journey west to the mountains after a winter gorging on the lichen near the city of Umeå. As Sweden’s main arterial road has become busier, the crossings have become increasingly fractious, especially if authorities do not arrive in time to close the road. Sometimes drivers try to overtake the reindeer as they cross – spooking the animals and causing long traffic jams as their Sami owners battle to regain control.

“During difficult climate conditions, these lichen lands can be extra important for the reindeer,” says Per Sandström, a landscape ecologist at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences who works as an intermediary between the Sami and authorities to improve the crossings.

This week, Swedish authorities announced they would build up to a dozen “renoducts” (reindeer viaducts) to aid the crossings and allow reindeer herds to reach grazing more easily.

Ever wonder if animals really use those bridges to cross highways? They do! And not because they’re following signs.

Combining fencing with over- or underpasses together helps wildlife stay safe. That includes large species such as grizzly bears and elk and smaller ones, such as western toads and salamanders.

The fencing is an important part of these crossings, as it helps guide and funnel wildlife to the right spot and keeps them off the road.