Baripada Travel Guide

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Baripada, located in the Indian state of Odisha, is a vibrant city known for its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty. This bustling city is famous for its annual Rath Yatra festival, where thousands of devotees gather to pull the chariots of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra through the streets in a grand procession.

One of the main attractions in Baripada is the Simlipal National Park, a sprawling wildlife sanctuary that is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Visitors can explore the lush forests, spot tigers, elephants, and leopards, and take in the breathtaking views of the waterfalls and valleys. The park also offers opportunities for bird watching and nature walks, making it a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers.

For those interested in history and architecture, Baripada is home to several ancient temples and shrines that showcase the region's rich religious heritage. The Maa Ambika Temple, dedicated to the Hindu goddess Durga, is a popular pilgrimage site and a stunning example of traditional Odishan architecture. The Haripur Garh, an ancient fort and palace complex, offers a glimpse into the region's royal history and is a must-visit for history buffs.

In addition to its cultural and natural attractions, Baripada is also known for its vibrant local markets and delicious cuisine. Visitors can explore the bustling bazaars, where they can shop for traditional handicrafts, textiles, and jewelry, and sample local street food and regional delicacies.

Local name: बारिपदा Elevation: 121 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 21°55'49"N, 86°43'33"E

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Baripada Attractions - What to See and Explore

Baripada offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Mayurbhanj Palace, Shri Shri Hari Baladev Jew Bije, Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo University. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Palace
Mayurbhanj Palace
Mayurbhanj Palace was the royal palace of Maharajas of Mayurbhanj, which was a princely state in British Raj. It is a heritage architectural monument and landmark of Baripada town, which was the erstwhile capital of the Mayurbhanj State.
Temple
Shri Shri Hari Baladev Jew Bije
Shri Shri Hari Baladev Jew Bije is a famous Hindu temple located in Baripada, Mayurbhanj district, in the state of Odisha, India. The name Jagannath is a combination of the Sanskrit words Jagat and Nath.
Universities and schools
Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo University
Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo University, formerly North Orissa University, is a public university in the regional city of Baripada in the state of Odisha, India. This university mainly provides higher education through on-campus as well as distance education modes. It aims to provide job-oriented technical courses.

Day trips

Baripada – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Baripada, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Nehru Museum (Kharagpur), Ghatshila, Khirachora Gopinatha Temple.

46 milesNE
Museum
Nehru Museum, Kharagpur
The Nehru Museum of Science and Technology is a museum in Kharagpur, West Bengal, India. It was founded in 1990 at the Hijli Detention camp building, later the IIT-Kharagpur Heritage Building, which is now named as Hijli Saheed Bhavan.
41 milesNW
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Ghatshila
Ghatshila is a census town in the Ghatshila CD block in the Ghatshila subdivision of the East Singhbhum district, in the Indian state of Jharkhand.
29 milesS
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Khirachora Gopinatha Temple
Khirachora Gopinatha Temple is in Remuna, Odisha, India. The name "Remuna" is from the word "Ramaniya" which means very good-looking. "Khirachora" in Odia means Stealer of Milk and Gopinatha means the Divine Consort of Gopis. The reference is to child Krishna's love for milk and milk products.
36 milesS
Temple
Panchalingeshwar, Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary
Panchalingeswar Temple is in Balasore district of Odisha, India. It named after the five Shivalinga that are enshrined inside. The temple is on top of a hillock near the Nilagiri hill.
35 milesS
Temple
Khajuresvara temple complex
Khajuresvara temple complex is a group of deula-complex in Odisha, India. These Buddhist and Shaiva-Shakta temple complex is localed at Khajurasahi, Sergarh, Balasore. The Deula complex was built during 9-10th CE. There are several stone idols found to be placed in each of the deula. The largest deula, Khajuresvara, has been devastated.