Turekela Wildlife Sanctuary – A Natural Treasure of Balangir
Balangir Turekela Wildlife Sanctuary – A Natural Treasure of Balangir Turekela Wildlife Sanctuary located in Western Odisha is somewhat hidden away from crowded tourist areas of Western Odisha. The Wildlife Sanctuary is in the Balangir District, surrounded by thick wooded areas with small “rolling hills” and open sky above. Near Turekela is beautiful countryside. People […]
Nilagiri Jagannath temple- The Lord’s Home in the Green Hills
Balasore Nilagiri Jagannath Temple- The Lord’s Home in the Green Hills Drive west from Balasore, and the quiet plain undulates gently. In no time, your eyes will be caught by the steep, tree-covered hills that tower over the landscape. This is Nilagiri, Balasore. At its base lies the tranquil Nilagiri pond, just a few minutes’ […]
Dagara, the Golden Shore of the North
Balasore Dagara, the Golden Shore of the North When you take the road to the coast of Baliapal block, you can feel the atmosphere getting different. The air that smelled only of the dry crops is now refreshed by the sharp and salty breath of the Bay of Bengal. This is the place of Dagara. […]
Sarisua Waterfall Balasore
Balasore Sarisua Waterfall Balasore If you are driving towards the Nilagiri hills, after you pass the quiet village of Kumari, Odisha, you will notice that the air becomes fresher. The road snakes through a corridor of deep green trees until you can see a mountain that looks as if it has been standing there like […]
Blue Lake- The Hidden Sapphire of Mitrapur
Balasore Blue Lake- The Hidden Sapphire of Mitrapur Are you headed for the Nilagiri hills in the Balasore district? Well, the dusty roads will finally bring you to a sight that will make you hold your breath. It is the Blue Lake, a very deep pool of water that really looks like a piece of […]
Waza Waterfall, Balangir – A Hidden Natural Escape in Western Odisha
Balangir Waza Waterfall, Balangir – A Hidden Natural Escape in Western Odisha People often mention the amazing temples and traditions in the west of Odisha. However, not many people know about the unique wildernesses that exist in the west of Odisha. Waza waterfall is a peaceful and beautiful place that’s tucked behind a lot of […]
Jogeshwar Mahadev Temple, Balangir – A Place of Devotion
Balangir Jogeshwar Mahadev Temple, Balangir – A Place of Devotion The Jogeshwar Mahadev Temple is located in Balangir district within the state of Odisha, India. Locally referred to as ‘Jogisarda’, this temple has gained notoriety due to the strength of the local community’s religion. The location of the temple affords visitors of it the greatest […]
Harabhangi dam Gjapati Odisha
Gajapati Harabhangi dam Gjapati Odisha The Harabhangi dam is located in the Adava area of Gajapati district. It is a huge panel of blue water contained behind a high stone wall. The first time you look at it, the lake’s dimensions strike you. It is not just a pond; rather, it appears as a sea […]
Brahmani Waterfall- The Sacred Waters of the Eastern Ghats
Gajapati Brahmani Waterfall- The Sacred Waters of the Eastern Ghats If you are heading by car to the Mohana block in the Gajapati district, the road will begin to go up and down through high, verdant hills. At last, you arrive at a place near Antaraba village that is like a temple of leaves and […]
Gudguda Waterfall- The Hidden Staircase of Gajapati
Gajapati Gudguda Waterfall- The Hidden Staircase of Gajapati Heading out into the Rayagada block of the Gajapati district, you are sure to be returning to nature and away from the bustling scenes of Paralakhemundi. As you go along, the temperature will drop, and at some point, the forest will be so dense that it will […]