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Keonjhar, the district headquarters of the district of Keonjhar offers varieties
of attractions to the tourists. It is the most convenient base from where
visitors can plan their visit to various places of interest in the area.
Places of tourist interest in Keonjhar : Vishnu Temple, Jagannath
Temple, and on its outskirts the shrines of Siddha Jagannath, Siddha Kali,
Ghatagaon and Panchabati amidst picturesque settings.
Best time to visit : October to March
Approach : By road.
Stay : Stay arrangements can be done with the local hotels.
For list of hotels please
click here.
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Places around Keonjhar
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Sitabinji
(30 km )*
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Situated on the river Sita, the spot
has gained prominence for the ancient fresco painting on a rock shelter called "Ravan
Chhaya" which is like a half opened umbrella. The painting depicts a royal
procession.
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Khandadhar
(60 km)*
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It is famous for a waterfall of about
500 ft in height amidst lush green forests. It is an ideal place for picnic.
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Sanghagara
(5 km )*
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It is a small but beautiful waterfall, suitable for an outing. For
details please
click here.
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Badghagara
(10 km)*
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It is yet another small but exciting waterfall. It is one of the most popular picnic spots of
Keonjhar district. For details please
click here.
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Gonasika
(45 km )*
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Surrounded by a series of valleys and
wooded hills of varying colours, the place is famous as a center of pilgrimage for the
temple of Brahmeswar Mahadev, established on the river Vaitarani. In fact, this is the
place from where the river starts flowing. A little away from the point of origin, the
river goes under ground and hence called Guptaganga, only to be seen jumping after a short
distance over a stone projection looking like the nostril of a cow. The scenic beauty of
the place is simply charming.
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Murga Mahadeva
(70 km )*
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Situated near the Thakurani Hills in
Champua subdivision by the side of a perennial spring, it is famous for the temple of
Murga Mahadeva.
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* Distance from Keonjhar |
