Dharamgarh Attractions - Tourist Places To Visit In Dharamgarh

Dokri Chanchra is located 20 km away from Dharamgarh. It is a gushing waterfall that is dramatically located amidst the folds of green wood and gurgling mountains. The panoramic view of the water plunging out from the cliff of the mountain and thundering down to collect itself into a pool is worth watching.

Many people come here to marvel at the sight. Adventure lovers come here for trekking. The place remains cool and pleasant all year round but a heavy influx of tourists can be seen during Christmas or New Year when they come here for picnic.

Sri Aurobindo Relic center, situated in Dharamgarh, houses the holy relics of the Mother Sri Maa and Sri Aurobindo which were installed here on 4th February 2002. It contains the hair and nails of Sri Aurobindo.

The Relic Center consists of a study circle or ‘Sri Aurobindo Pathachakra’ in it where the philosophy of Sri Maa and Sri Aurobindo are studied. It has got an Education Centre as well where the philosophy of Sri Maa and Sri Aurobindo is imparted to the society to achieve perfection in life.

The Relic Center is surrounded by a beautiful and well maintained flower garden. Several devotees come here to seek Sri Maa’s blessings and to meditate in its divine ambience. To render proper environment for meditation, deep silence is maintained in each and every corner of the center. One sales office is also located inside the campus where visitors can purchase several products related to the teachings of Sri Aurobindo.

Ampani is a picturesque location situated 60 km away from Dharamgarh. The dense and intricate forest that creeps around the undulating hills provides enough subject for a lover of photography. Rich in the rare species of flora and fauna, Ampani also houses some roaring waterfalls. A valley named Haladigundi that is beautifully located amidst the hills gives a panoramic view to the entire location.

Ambapani Sanctuary is located near this place and it consists of black panther, spotted dear and sambar. One Budharaja Temple is situated amidst the dense green forest. Trekking is a popular activity here. It acts as a beautiful picnic spot.

Anyone looking to spend some time with Mother Nature, Ampani is the right option for them. Monsoon is the best time to visit Ampani as the waterfalls are bestowed with immense beauty and the water plunges from the top with maximum volume and full force.

Junagarh is located 20 km away from Dharamgarh. Junagarh earns its fame from the ancient temples situated in this place. Several Oriya inscriptions that were found from these temples indicates that this place once witnessed the brutal ‘Sati’ rite. One famous Lankeswari Temple is dedicated to Goddess Lankeswari, who is believed to be the goddess of war, adds to the pride of this place.

‘Khandabasa’ is a festival which is celebrated with huge pomp and fervour to commemorate the honour of the Goddess. Other temples like Dadhi Baman, Bhairav Gudi and Kanak Durga are the significant temples in Junagarh. Durga Puja and Ganesh Chaturthi are celebrated with congregation of a huge crowd all over Junagarh.

The majestic Jojna Dam built across the Jojna river on the backdrop of rocky hills is a sight to marvel. A small waterfall named ‘Palmajharan’ located amidst the folds of a green forest is a picnic destination for many local people and tourists as well.

Mukhiguda is home to some exotic natural locations located 87 km from Dharamgarh. It houses the famous and the majestic Indravati Dam built across the river Indravati and is India’s largest and Asia’s second largest power house. The dam is surrounded by green fields used for cultivation.

The river originates from Thuamal-Rampur and flows across dense green intricate forest and intervening valleys and finally halts at Khatiguda. The location of the dam amidst the thick green hills and the serene blue water of Indravati which is an eye’s delight attracts many visitors traveling to Dharamgarh.

The reservoir facilitates boating and the amazing beauty of the location pulls many tourists to do picnic here. One temple named Talgud Shakti Pith is located in the nearby place which is considered to be the oldest temple in Mukhiguda. This is a must visit location for anyone travelling to Dharamgarh.

Khairpadar is a small village in Dharamgarh which is famous for wooden craft. Several designs made on wood to create the idols of animals, birds and flowers are of huge demand among the public who use these articles to enhance the beauty of their home. These products have gained demand not only in India but overseas as well.

Several Utsav or festivals and fairs across the state showcase handicrafts from Khairpadar to reach out to the public. Visitors travelling to Dharamgarh come to Khairpadar to marvel at the wooden art and take away home some wooden souvenirs to cherish the memories of Dharamgarh.