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Situated among lush green forests in the South-West of Orissa, Nabarangpur District is a very picturesque place. Its unique culture and history will fascinate all. Home to more than ten tribes, and with more than half the population being tribal, Nabarangpur has a vibrant life style.
Nabarangpur, the headquarter town of the district of same name, can be made a base for visiting the places of interest in the district.
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How to Reach - | |
| By Air - Nearest Airport is at Visakhapatna (AP) –265kms and Bhubaneswar about 550 kms. For details click here |
| By Rail - Nearest Rail stations are at Jeypore – 40kms and Koraput 62 kms. For details click here |
| By Road - Nabarangpur is connected with other places by frequent bus services. |
| Internal Transport - Taxis,Cycle-Rickshaws and Auto rickshaws. |
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Where To Stay at Nabaragpur (STD code-06858) - | |
Hotel's
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| Hotel Trupti, Nabarangpur, Ph. 222020 |
Hotel Nrusimha, Nabarangpur, Ph.222675/ 222815 |
| Hotel Santoshi, Nabarangpur, Ph: 222449 |
Municipal Guest House, Nabarangpur, Ph. 222031 | | |
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Local Sightseeing- | |
Bhandaragharani Temple
Bhandaragharani is the presiding deity of the region. The scenic beauty of the shrine of Bhandargharani attracts the visitors throughout the year. A large congregation takes place on Tuesdays, Saturdays and on Sankranti days to pay homage to the goddess. |
Hirlidangar
Hirlidangar on the outskirts of the city is a fantastic place to enjoy and relax. It is a beautiful amusement park which is remarkable for a variety of insects like butterfly of different hue. |
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Cuisines & Restaurants - | |
| Check out for ethnic Oriya delicacies as well as other Indian and Chinese food at the restaurants and hotels of Nabarangpur. |
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Other Activities - | |
Fairs & Festivals
Mondei |
"Mondei" is the widely celebrated festival of Nabarangpur District. The word is derived from the Hindi word "mondi" which means a small market, now understood to mean large congregation of people followed with worshipping a common deity amid pre-historic rituals,a fair and entertainment activities with compulsory folk dances and tribal opera for the whole night. This festival is usually celebrated after the harvesting. This festival is observed at different popular locations through out the district gathering man and woman of the area and far off.
Presently the District Council of Culture is observing its Annual District Cultural Festival in the same name during 1-3, November every year.Gram Panchayat level and Block level celebrations precede the main District level festival for more than a fortnight It has already become a State level Tribal Festival gaining National and International recognition having enough potential to attract tourists both from inside and abroad. Various activities are included in this festival to accommodate multi-veracity programmes to suit tastes of all classes of people. Rural Sporting, MountainTrekking, Kavi- Sammelan, Crafts Mela, Artist Camps,Pallishree Mela,Development Exhibition,Open Quiz,Folk Dances of all over India ,colourful and locally typical as well as popular processions etc give full exuberance and keep people spellbound during these days.
Puapuni and Chaitra Parab are also important festivals of the district.
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Handicraft:
Nabarangapur is famous for its traditional Lacquer craft The artistes practice liquid lacquering on a variety of objects like bangles, wooden baskets, toys, sticks , coconut shells etc.. |
Nabarangpur, the headquarter town of the district of same name, can be made a base for visiting the places of interest in the district.
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Excursions - | |
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Kelia –(42 kms)
Kelia Shiva Temple is a very old Temple famous for both its location and spirituality. Situated in Dabugaon Block, 42 KM from Nabarangpur District Head Quarter with Parvati Cave one kilometre across the mountain and beckoned with mysterious legends, it attracts large crowd from far and near. |
Papadahandi –(12 kms)
On the bank of river Toori is situated the "Shahid Smruti Stambha", a monument in commemoration of the 1942 Quit India Movement, coined as the second Jalliwanawalabagh incident. Every year Saheed Smruti Day is celebrated here on 24th of August for paying tribute to the known and unknown Martyrs who died in Police firing during "Satyagraha". Papadahandi is also famous for its Saiva Shrine of Nilakantheswara. A Temple with ancient stone carving of 8th century AD is situated here. Papadahandi is also known for its "Champak Vana". ITDA has its own honey processing unit here producing honey of superior quality. The Deer Park here also attracts a large crowd. Watching Nature's bounties from the watch Tower in this park is a rare experience. |
Podagada –(52 kms)
A historical place situated 52 KM from Nabarangpur and 24 KM from Umerkote, it has a number of archeological remains and also Brahmi inscriptions of Nala Dynasty of 4th to 5th century A.D. Ruins of forts, soldier camps, military establishments, Queen Palace, the statues of the Sun God and the Moon God and the mysterious Caves etc. add to its immense potentiality and antiquity. Podagada , literally meaning The Burnt Fort, still awaits exploration by the researchers and academicians. Alekh Temple, Sati Stones, Bhairab Temple, foot print of Laxmi etc are worth seeing spots here. This place is also renowned for the mysterious legends of King Bhavadatta Verman, King Artha pati, Vakataka dynasty, Chalukya Kirtee Verman and many others. |
Chandan Dhara –(90 kms)
Chandan Dhara is a natural water fall situated in Jhorigam Block 90 KM away from Nabarangpur ,also remarkable for a natural Shiva Lingam . An ideal location for outings and picnic. |
Bhaskel Reservoir –
Bhaskel Reservoir constructed over river Bhaskel in Umerkote Block,. Basically used for irrigation and pisciculture. The waterbody creates a view of artificial lake with natural surroundings multiplying a visitor's delight . This is an ideal place for picnic and tourist interest. |
Khatiguda (Indravati)–(45 kms.)
The Khatiguda Indravati Reservoir constructed over river Indravati is place of scenic beauty and ideal for outing and relaxation. |
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