Unakoti, located in the Unakoti district of Tripura, is a remarkable archaeological and pilgrimage site known for its ancient rock carvings and sculptures. Believed to date back to the 7th–9th centuries, the site’s name literally means “one less than a crore,” referring to a local legend that says Lord Shiva turned 99,99,999 gods and goddesses into stone for failing to wake up on their way to Kailash. The site features massive bas-relief sculptures and rock-cut figures, including a towering 30-foot image of Lord Shiva known as Unakotiswara Kal Bhairava, surrounded by various other deities and motifs. Nestled amid lush hills and waterfalls, Unakoti attracts both pilgrims and tourists for its spiritual significance, artistic grandeur, and scenic beauty, making it one of the most captivating heritage destinations in Northeast India.