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Approach
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Road - Baripada, the district headquaters of
Mayurbhanj, on the junction of NH 5 and 6, is 170 km from Bhubane
swar, 240 from Kolkata
and 60 km from Balasore and 22 km from Pithabata, which is an entry
point. The other entry point Jashipur is 94 km from Baripada on N.H. 6.
Both the places are well connected by regular bus services. Taxis and
Jeeps are available.
Rail - Nearest railhead is Balasore (60 km from Baripada), served
by major trains running on the South-Eastern sector.
Air - Nearest airports are Bhubaneswar (270 kms) and Kolkata (240
km)
Excursion
Similipal in itself offers a complete package. But if you like, visit a
few more places around Similipal.
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Khiching (149 km from
Baripada and 55 km from Jashipur) is famous for the shrine of
Kichakeswari and Stone Crafts made of different colour stones. There
is a Panthasala here.
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Chandipur (60 km from
Baripada and 16 km from Balasore) is unique Beach Resort with a
vanishing sea. the sea water recedes to a distance of about 5 km twice
a day. It is a marvel of Nature, rarely found anywhere. there is a
Panthanivas & Yatrinivas of OTDC. There are also private hotels.
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Panchalingeswar (85
km from Baripada and 30 km from Balasore) is a panoramic place on the
lap of Nilagiri hills with a perennial stream flowing over five
Lingams. There is a Panthasala of Orissa Tourism Department here.
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Remuna (60 km from
Baripada and 10 km from Balasore) is famous for the shrine of
Khirachora Gopinath, visited by Sri Chaitanya.
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Deokund (65 km frim
Baripada and 110 km from Balasore) is an enchanting place with a
series of waterfalls and a Shakti shrine set against the outer
periphery of Similipal.
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