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Dhenkanal Attractions - Tourist Places To Visit In Dhenkanal

  • 01Kapilash

    Kapilash

    Kapilash is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located on a hill in the north east part of Dhenkanal. The temple stands at a height of 2239 ft from the sea level. The magnificent temple has a height of 60 feet. There are two ways to reach the temple. Visitors can either climb up a flight of 1352 steps or they can take a twisting way to the top of the hill.

    The place is also known as “Kailas”, the mythical abode of Lord Shiva. There are several caves and shrines in the hill. Visitors can also witness the ruins of a medieval fort on the hill. Maha Shiv Ratri is a festival that is celebrated on a huge scale at Kapilas. Devotees throng the temple during the festival to pray to Lord Shiva on the pious occasion.

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  • 02Dandadhar

    Dandadhar is situated at a distance of 67 km from the township of Dhenkanal. It is a beautiful site dedicated for an irrigation project. The irrigation project is situated on the river Ramial. The place is famous as a picnic spot. People throng in large numbers to enjoy the beauty of the sparkling blue waters of the river dancing against the sun rays.

    The whole valley is bathed in natural beauty. Anyone visiting the place feels mesmerized by the splendour of nature at work in this place. The place is visited by tourists and locals alike throughout the year. The cool atmosphere combined with the landscape and the clear water makes for an ideal destination for a day trip to the lovely place.

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  • 03Joranda

    Joranda

    Joranda is located at about 24 km from Dhenkanal. Joranda is well-known as the religious centre of ‘Mahima Dharma’. Mahima Dharma is significant as it is the only religious cult that had its initiation in the state of Odisha. Tourists visit Joranda to have a look at the resting place of Mahima Gosain, the founder of the Mahima Cult.

    There are several other temples worth seeing in Joranda. Among them are the Sunya Mandira, the Gadi Mandira and the Dhuni Mandira. A large fair is organized in Joranda every year during the full-moon day of Magha. People attend the Joranda fair in large numbers. It is actually the annual function of the people belonging to the Mahima religion. This festival has been held regularly since 1874.

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  • 04Saptasajya

    Saptasajya

    Saptasajya is a beautiful spot in Dhenkanal. The place is famous for the temple of Lord Ram that is situated there. The temple stands at a height of 900 ft on a hilltop. The beauty of the place is enhanced by a stream running down the place.

    This place is full of legends and mythological stories. The name Sapta Sajya depicts the seven hills that surround the area. It is believed that the Saptarashi had their ashramas in this place. The place has temples dedicated to Lord Rameswaram Shiva, Lord Mahavir, Lord Ganesh and the Nabagrah Temple.

    The place is famous for its scenic beauty and acts as a picnic spot for the tourists. Devotees come from different part of the state and beyond to worship at this place.

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  • 05Kualo

    Kualo

    Kualo is situated at a distance of 72 km from Dhenkanal. Kualo is a place that has several temples dedicated to different Hindu Gods. There are temples like Lord Kanakeswar, Lord Balunkeswar, Sri Baidyanath, Paschimeswar, Kapileswar, etc.

    Even though some portions of the temples are ruined, people throng the temples to seek the blessings of the Gods seated in those temples. The temples of Kualo feature some of the amazing temple architectures of Odisha.

    The temples are high and large in structure. Tourists, who are interested in archaeology, find the place very interesting for study. Even for the general tourists, the ancient temples and the natural beauty of the place attract them. This tourist spot can be visited throughout the year.

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  • 06Saranga

    Saranga is located at a distance of 81 km from the township of Dhenkanal. The place has religious significance. Here the Anantasyi image of Lord Vishnu is depicted on the rocky bed under the Brahmani river at Sarangi. The image has the beautiful depiction of the hoods of Ananta, the mythological serpent king.

    He is shown spreading his hoods over the head of Lord Vishnu in the form of a crown and as a cover. The image also shows the Primal Lotus. This Lotus houses Brahma, the creator of the universe. This lotus is shown to originate from the naval of Lord Vishnu.

    In the picture, Lord Vishnu is shown to enjoy a deep slumber while lying on the rocky bed of the river Brahmani. Devotees visit this place in large numbers to have a glimpse of this reverted image of Lord Vishnu.

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