Bolangir has a rich cultural heritage.Though economically not very well off, it has a great potential for development. There are many important tourist locations in Bolangir district. The more famous among them include harishankar, narsinghnathetc. The Samaleshwari Temple located in the Balangir town is also very famous
Balangir
PATNAGARH:The ancient capital of the kingdom of Patna, Patnagarh combines in happy synthesis its mythic past with the modern present. The temples of Patmeswari in Chalukyan style and that of Someswar Siva belonging to the 12th Century are the monuments of prominence.Distance 40 Kms from Dist. HQ
RANIPUR-JHARIAL: Ranipur Jharial is known as "Soma Tirtha" in scriptures. It combines a section of religious faiths like Saivism, Buddhism, Vaisnavism and Tantrism.The temple of Someswar Siva is the noted one among a plethora of about 50 temples here. The majestic brick temple of Indralath is said to be the highest brick temple of Orissa.
Distance 100 Kms from Dist. HQ
JOGISARDA:25 Kms from Balangir and 7 Kms. from Loisingha, Jogisarda is noted for the Jogeswar Shiva Temple.
TUREKELA: (98 Kms):- A place suitable for group camping, Turekela is important for viewing colorful wild life, like Tigers, Dear, Bears, Monkeys etc. The chirping birds perched on trees are a thrill to the searching eyes.
GAIKHAI M.I.P : (30 Kms) A place of great scenic beauty, Gaikhai is surrounded by green capped hills on three sides. The water mass here dazzles with natural scenery and offers cool breeze to the visitors. An ideal place for group camping, the place also is thronged with picnickers all the year round.
HARISHANKAR: (81 Kms.):- On the Southern slope of the Gandhamardan hills stands Harishankar, a place of pilgrimage with uncommon scenic charms.As a cool resort in the lap of nature, Harishankar is a panacea for the heat of the summer season.Trekkers and adventurists also find the journey an interesting one.
No comments:
Post a Comment