4069 - TRIPURA
Author: Amar Chitra Katha
Description: "Tripura" is a mythological comic from Amar Chitra Katha that retells the dramatic story of the three demon cities—Tripura—built by the asura architects for the sons of the demon king Taraka. These cities were made of gold, silver, and iron, and floated in the sky, becoming nearly invincible fortresses from which the demons terrorized the universe. The gods, unable to defeat the demons through conventional warfare, turned to Lord Shiva, who agreed to destroy Tripura—but only when all three cities aligned, which happened once in a thousand years. At that moment, Shiva mounted a divine chariot, with Brahma as the charioteer, and fired a single arrow that destroyed all three cities in one stroke. The comic emphasizes the power of righteousness, the balance of cosmic forces, and the role of divine intervention in restoring dharma. Amar Chitra Katha presents this tale with vivid illustrations and dramatic storytelling, making it a thrilling read for mythology lovers. Keywords: Tripura, Shiva, Taraka, demon cities, cosmic battle, Amar Chitra Katha, mythology, dharma, divine arrow Ideal For: Children, mythology enthusiasts, educators, parents, and readers interested in epic tales from Hindu mythology Age: 9 years and above Theme: Good vs. evil, divine justice, cosmic balance, destruction and renewal Tone: Epic, dramatic, spiritual, and action-packed Book Type: Illustrated mythological comic (graphic storybook) Length: Approximately 32 pages