These places of Odisha will surprise youImage Credit source: imvivekrajsethy/chalo_odisha/insta
India’s eastern state Odisha is known for Shri Jagannath Puri. Apart from the natural beauty of this place, there are many such structures which contain historical stories within them and seeing their amazing workmanship closely is an amazing experience for the tourists coming here. Apart from this, there are also wonderful places with natural view from the sea to the mountains, but in this article we will talk about those places which are no less than a wonder to see and astonish you.
Kanha Kund Odisha
Kanha Kund is situated in Sundergarh district of Odisha. The natural beauty here is worth seeing. Apart from this, the shape of the rocks around the river will surprise you. This place is situated on the banks of river Ib. Where blue clear water flows between the rocks, there are unique stone structures formed naturally by water erosion. At many places, small ponds have been formed in the rocks which look very beautiful. It is also called the ‘Grand Canyon’ of Odisha.
How to reach here?
This place is situated near Bali Sankara in Sundergarh. Its distance from the district headquarters is approximately 44 to 45 km. The nearest railway station is Jharsuguda, whereas from Rourkela you can reach here by road.
hot water of odisha
If you come to Odisha, you must visit Taptapani once. There is a hot water spring here, where a pond is also located. Hot water means hot water. Actually, the water of the natural spring here is naturally hot. It is believed that bathing in the pond near the waterfall cures skin diseases and also provides relief from problems like joint pain. Actually, many medicinal properties including sulfur are found in the water falling from this waterfall.
also has cultural significance
This place also has cultural importance. Actually there is Kandhuni Devi temple here. Local tribal people worship here. From Sankranti to many other festivals, devotees gather here who along with worship also take bath.
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How to reach Taptapani
This place falls in Ganjam district of Odisha, which is surrounded by dense forests and hills on all sides. The nearest railway station here is Berhampur, which is approximately 50 km away. Apart from this, Berhampur is also connected to main routes like Howrah-Chennai, hence taxis, cabs and buses are easily available.
Red Mud Pound
Red Mud Pond of Odisha is such a place where you will not feel that you are on earth. The red earth spread far and wide is astonishing. Because of the texture of its surface, people also compare it with Mars. However, Red Mud Pound is not a place to visit. Actually this is the industrial waste storage area of the Alumina Refinery. Which may look very beautiful, but is also dangerous, because the chemical here is only chemical. The color of the soil is red due to the high amount of iron oxide in it and its pH level can be between 10.5 to 13.5, which is very poisonous.
Where is the mud pond in Odisha?
Red Mud Pond falls in Damanjodi in Koraput district of Odisha. Although it is believed that going here is not good for health, but due to its unique structure like Mars, this place has become popular for photography. People visiting here should also take special precautions like if taking photos then take them only from a safe place and stay at a high and dry place.
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