Unakoti, located in the Unakoti District (carved out of North Tripura), is arguably the most spectacular archaeological and religious heritage site in Northeast India. Dating back to the 7th–9th centuries AD (and currently on the tentative list for UNESCO World Heritage status), Unakoti is a grand open-air gallery of colossal rock-cut sculptures carved directly into a forested hillside.
​Its history is a fascinating blend of profound Hindu mythology, ancient tribal art styles, and a time when the region was a massive spiritual crossroads.