SIGHT SEEING:
1.
ADARSH
KRUSHI FARM:
It is situated at about 5 kms. from
Paralakhemundi towards Gumma below the Devagiri rang forest. Maharaja Krushna
Chandra Gajapati, who was a member of Royal Agriculture Commission, established
it. Various types of agricultural breed
were brought and planted in the firm on experimental basis and hybrid seeds
were distributed to the farmers on free of cost to grow crops. Now it is converted to mango orchard and new
varieties of hybrid mango plantation in large scale are going on. A beautiful
place for enjoyment during the summer season. (Accommodation at Paralakhemundi)
2. B.N Palace:
Also known as “Brundaban Palace”, was made by
the Maharaja of Paralakhemundi for their use during summer. It is situated
on the bank of river Mahendratanaya surrounded by thick teak trees. The
palace is three storied including an under ground floor. There an under ground connection
to it with the main palace of Maharaja. The art engraved in this
palace is worth seeing. Now
it is donated to Government in Education Department and P.G Classes of
S.K.C.G College are held in this building. The administrative office of the
IGNOU center is also functioning in this building. There is an orchard
near to the palace. People of Paralakhemundi and its near by towns use to
visit this place during winter for picnic as well as for its scenic
beauty.
3.
SERANGO:
It is situated at about 34 kms. from
Paralakhemundi and 6 kms. from Gumma.
The place was remembered for “Paik Unrest” during British Raj. It is famous for its scenic beauty and also
a health resort. It is also known as
the “Kashmir of Gajapati”. Large-scale horticulture plantation found
here.
(Accommodation at
Paralakhemundi/Gumma/Serango)
4.
Gandahati:
It situated at about 30 kms. from
Paralakhemundi. There is a waterfall surrounded by the dense forest. Wild elephants come to the upper side of
this waterfall to bath/drink water. There is a beautiful temple near the
waterfall. Tourists/people from far and
near visit the place for picnic throughout the season. (Accommodation at
Paralakhemundi/Gandahati)
5.
Mahendragiri:
 A pilgrim Center situated about 4, 500 ft. above the sea
level. People from all walks
of lives throng to this place during Maha Shiva Ratri. It is a location of
many historical relics and a place of religious importance. Kunti, Judhistrir & Bheema
temples are on the hilltop. The Gokarneswar Linga in Kunti temple provides
puzzle to the devotees. Any
amount of water poured into the ear of the cow head-shaped stone soon
disappears and never overflows.
It is not known where does all this water go. (Accommodation at Paralakhemundi/
Jeeranga/ Koinpur/
Mahendragiri) |
6. Chandragiri:
 It is situated at about 90 kms. from
Paralakhemundi and 15 kms. from R. Udayagiri.
The Tibetans settle a beautiful place surrounded by forest. Large-scale horticulture plantation like
mango, orange, guava, pineapple etc. along with a Government horticulture farm
as well as the cultural activities of the Tibetans makes this place more
beautiful. This place is famous for
seasonal fruits, Tibetan woolen garments & carpet also for dogs of various
breeds. It is also a health
resort. (Accommodation R.
Udayagiri/Chandragiri) |
7.
Jeerango:
It is situated 31 kms. from
Paralakhemundi and 8 kms. from Koinpur. It is famous for the Baladev Temple
surrounded by dense forest and horticulture plantation. It is also famous for
Gudguda waterfall. (Accommodation at Jeerango/Koinpur)
8.
Harabhangi:
One irrigation project with scenic beauty and pisciculture has made the place tourist importance. A good place for picnic during winter. (Accommodation at Harabhangi/Adave/Mohona)