Kandhamal Hill Station: Beautiful Gift of Nature

   Kandhamal Hill Station should be called a beautiful gift of nature. Yes, the natural beauty of Kandhamal Hill Station is amazing and unique. 

   Perhaps this is why Kandhamal is the most preferred hill station of global tourists. Kandhamal Hill Station in Kandhamal district of Odisha, India is quite unique. This area with lakes, springs, valleys and valleys is also known as heaven on earth. Kandhamal Hill Station, which is called the paradise of nature, is truly the pride and glory of Odisha.

   The cool and calm winds at Kandhamal Hill Station provide a relaxed comfort to the tourists. Hence, the environment here gives a special freshness to the tourists. 

  The spectacular mountain range and velvety grasslands of Kandhamal Hill Station are very attractive. The natural environment of Kandhamal makes tourists particularly energetic. Kandhamal's handicrafts, especially Dokra, Terracotta and bamboo products are highly popular. 

   The civilization, culture and natural beauty of Kandhamal is very rich. Kandhamal is in fact a rich cultural heritage of Odisha. Particularly, Kandhamal Hill Station is full of specialties. The cloudiness and twisting of the Kandhamal Hill station thrills the tourists. In fact, Kandhamal Hill Station makes tourists feel a velvety touch. 

  There is a long chain of attractive and breathtaking places in and around Kandhamal Hill Station. Among these, especially Phulbani, Putudi waterfall, Balasakumpa, Virupaksha Temple, Daringbadi, Dungi, Kalinga Valley, Mandsuru Kuti, Belghar etc. are the places to see.

   Phulbani: Phulbani is virtually the headquarters of Kandhamal district. Phulbani is a very scenic and beautiful place from the natural point of view. The Pillasalanki River flows in the direction of Phulbani surrounded by mountains all around. Bhetkhol and Brahmani Devi temples exist on the hill. 

  This mountain gives a panoramic and very beautiful view of Kandhamal. Jagannath Temple and Narayani Devi Temple are the main attractions of Phulbani.

  Putudi waterfall: Putudi waterfall is a very scenic and beautiful place structured amidst nature. The Sanluki River flows in this area from a height of about 60 feet. The waterfall and river flow thrill the tourists. This magnificent waterfall is located about 15 km from Phulbani.

   Balasakumpa: Balasakumpa is actually a very visible and religious place. Balasakumpa is actually famous for the Devi Barla temple. It is believed that Barla Devi performs public defense. Balasakumpa is a religious place as well as a wonderful picnic spot. There is also Pillasulanki dam nearby. 

   The distance from Balasakumpa to Pilsulanki Dam is about 3 kilometers. However, the distance from Phulbani to Balasakumpa is about 15 kilometers. This area is particularly famous for picnics.

   Virupaksha Temple: Virupaksha Temple is located about 60 km from Phulbani. The Virupaksha Temple at Chakapada is actually a divine grand temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The specialty of this temple is that the Shivling of the temple is inclined towards the south. 

   Particularly, similarly, the Chakapada tree plants also tend to tilt towards the south. It is believed that Ravana was going to Lanka for Shivalinga, but gave Shivalinga to some other person. 

  The person placed the Shivling on the ground, which established the Shivling at this place. The theme is described on the walls of the temple. Brahma and Vishnu are also visible in this temple.
  Daringbadi: Daringbadi is actually called the Kashmir of Odisha. Situated at an altitude of about 3000 feet above sea level, Daringbadi is famous for tea-coffee plantations and beautiful pine trees. The beautiful valleys here attract tourists.

   This area is covered with snow in winter. In winter, the natural beauty of Daringbadi becomes highly visible. Perhaps it would not be an exaggeration if it is synonymous with adventure. This hill station is located about 100 km from Phulbani.

 

   All the necessary resources are available to visit Kandhamal Hill Station. The nearest airport is Bhubaneswar International Airport. The distance from the airport to Kandhamal Hill Station is about 211 kilometers. 

  The nearest railway station is Berhampur Junction. The distance from Barhampur railway station to Kandhamal hill station is about 200 kilometers. Tourists can also visit Kandhamal Hill Station by road.
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