Mariamnagar Church
Mariamnagar church is situated amidst the majestic natural beauty in a lush green backdrop in Mariamnagar, which is considered as a historical site near Agartala. It is an ancient Catholic Church and was initially used by Portuguese settlers. Tripura had witnessed momentary settlement of Portuguese in the state in 1577 during the war of King Amar Manikya against the rampaging Mog tribal army. The King had sought the help of Portuguese as mercenaries in the war which resulted in their settlement. The war had ended in the year 1585 with their help. These Portuguese later shifted to Mariamnagar in the period when king Krishna Kishore Manikya had shifted his capital to Agartala from 'Purani Haveli" in 1838. However the descendents of the Portuguese settles had by now blended with the local population. Mariamnagar Church built during that era still stand as an important place of worship for Christians and as a magnificent monument narrating an aspect of India's history. Barkur Baptist Church Barkur Baptist Church is situated in Bishramganj is another significant church of Tripura. Churches of Tripura are great evidences of the religious and cultural diversity that exists in India. The architectural beauty of these churches attracts tourists from different regions to witness these spectacular monuments standing amidst the pristine beauty of nature serve as major attractions for tourists. Apart from this, the churches also contribute in the national heritage of the country. This article is a stub. You can enrich by adding more information to it. Send your Write Up to content@indianetzone.com (Last Updated on : 12-08-2013) |
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