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Koraput
Koraput is a city in the state of Odisha, near the borders of Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh states. It has enchanting hills, verdant forests, winding streams, exotic wildlife and a rich tribal way of life.
Koraput at a Glance
Why Koraput?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Jagannath Temple
- Kolab Dam
- Duduma Waterfalls
- Gupteswar Cave Shrine
- Maliguda railway tunnel
Koraput at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Jagannath Temple: Shri Jagannath temple (popularly known as "Shabara Shrikshetra") is a temple located in Koraput, Odisha, India. It is not only built as an altar for worship, but also as a multipurpose area for Jagannath consciousness.
- Kolab Dam: It is across the Kolab River, 900 m (3,000 feet) above sea level with facilities for hydroelectricity generation.
- Duduma Waterfalls: The Machkunda River forms the 175 m high waterfalls, with facilities for generation of hydroelectricity at Machkunda Power Station. It is located in the deep forests and is amongst the higher waterfalls in the country.
- Gupteswar Cave Shrine: Cave shrine of Lord Shiva on the banks of the River Shabari. The place name literally means 'hidden God'.
- Maliguda railway tunnel: It is the highest broad gauge tunnel in India. It is on the Visakhapatnam-Kirandaul line.
Things to Do
- Attend Parab: "Parab" is a tribal festival organised by Unicef every year from 16 to 18 November, where one can find different tribal cultures at one place who demonstrate their dance and art forms. It is also a time to shop for decorative handicraft items made by the tribals.
- Attend Ratha Yatra: Ratha yatra is the main annual event.
- Bagara Waterfalls: River Kolab forms three waterfalls of about 9 m (30 feet). The last 5 km of the road from Khandaguda is 'kutcha road' (dirt track).
- Deomali: The highest & largest mountain peak of Odisha.
- Duduma Waterfalls: The Machkunda River forms the 175 m high waterfalls, with facilities for generation of hydroelectricity at Machkunda Power Station. It is located in the deep forests and is amongst the higher waterfalls in the country.
- Gupteswar Cave Shrine: Cave shrine of Lord Shiva on the banks of the River Shabari. The place name literally means 'hidden God'.
Sightseeing Places
- Jagannath Temple: Shri Jagannath temple (popularly known as "Shabara Shrikshetra") is a temple located in Koraput, Odisha, India. It is not only built as an altar for worship, but also as a multipurpose area for Jagannath consciousness.
- Kolab Dam: It is across the Kolab River, 900 m (3,000 feet) above sea level with facilities for hydroelectricity generation.
- Duduma Waterfalls: The Machkunda River forms the 175 m high waterfalls, with facilities for generation of hydroelectricity at Machkunda Power Station. It is located in the deep forests and is amongst the higher waterfalls in the country.
- Gupteswar Cave Shrine: Cave shrine of Lord Shiva on the banks of the River Shabari. The place name literally means 'hidden God'.
- Maliguda railway tunnel: It is the highest broad gauge tunnel in India. It is on the Visakhapatnam-Kirandaul line.
Temples
- Jagannath Temple: Shri Jagannath temple (popularly known as "Shabara Shrikshetra") is a temple located in Koraput, Odisha, India. It is not only built as an altar for worship, but also as a multipurpose area for Jagannath consciousness.
Places That Define Koraput
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Jagannath Temple
Shri Jagannath temple (popularly known as "Shabara Shrikshetra") is a temple located in Koraput, Odisha, India. It is not only built as an altar for worship, but also as a multipurpose area for Jagannath consciousness.
Kolab Dam
It is across the Kolab River, 900 m (3,000 feet) above sea level with facilities for hydroelectricity generation.
Duduma Waterfalls
The Machkunda River forms the 175 m high waterfalls, with facilities for generation of hydroelectricity at Machkunda Power Station. It is located in the deep forests and is amongst the higher waterfalls in the country.
Gupteswar Cave Shrine
Cave shrine of Lord Shiva on the banks of the River Shabari. The place name literally means 'hidden God'.
Maliguda railway tunnel
It is the highest broad gauge tunnel in India. It is on the Visakhapatnam-Kirandaul line.
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- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport (JGB), about 77 km from Koraput.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Manabar railway station, about 4 km from central Koraput.
- By Road: Koraput on the hills can be reached from most places in either Odisha or Andhra Pradesh by travelling up a heavily forested winding road (also called a ghat road), with many sharp hair-pin bends. The road trip from either state is quite scenic.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Koraput (Apr, May, Jun) averages 22–32°C with about 77 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Koraput (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 21–26°C with about 372 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Koraput (Oct, Nov) averages 17–27°C with about 74 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Koraput (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 12–26°C with about 2 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 26°C and lows of 21°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
History
- Summary: Koraput is a city in the state of Odisha, near the borders of Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh states. It has enchanting hills, verdant forests, winding streams, exotic wildlife and a rich tribal way of life.
- Overview: Koraput is a city in the state of Odisha, near the borders of Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh states. It has enchanting hills, verdant forests, winding streams, exotic wildlife and a rich tribal way of life.
- Ancient History: The district of Koraput derives its name from its headquarters in the present town of Koraput. In ancient times when the Nalas were ruling over this tract, Pushkari near modern Umarkot was the capital city. In the medieval period, Nandapur developed as a little kingdom under the Silavamsi kings that were later expanded by the Suryavanshi kings who arrived in the region in the 13th century from Kashmir. Later, Maharajah Veer Vikram Dev shifted his capital to Jeypore and about the middle of the 17th century, this town prospered under the British Administration.
Festivals
- Overview: Koraput is a city in the state of Odisha, near the borders of Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh states. It has enchanting hills, verdant forests, winding streams, exotic wildlife and a rich tribal way of life.
- Best Festival Time: The most comfortable months are January, February, March, November and December.
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Significance
The district of Koraput derives its name from its headquarters in the present town of Koraput. In ancient times when the Nalas were ruling over this tract, Pushkari near modern Umarkot was the capital city.
Historical Significance
The district of Koraput derives its name from its headquarters in the present town of Koraput. In ancient times when the Nalas were ruling over this tract, Pushkari near modern Umarkot was the capital city.
Architectural Legacy
It is the commercial nerve centre of the region. The aircraft engine plant of Hindustan Aeronatics Limited (HAL) is at Sunabeda about 20 km from Koraput.
Frequently Asked Questions
Koraput is most comfortable in January, February, March, November and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is April (average high 33°C) and the wettest months are June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport (JGB), about 77 km away. The nearest railway station is Manabar railway station, about 4 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Jagannath Temple, Kolab Dam, Duduma Waterfalls, Gupteswar Cave Shrine and Maliguda railway tunnel.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 25°C to 33°C over the year, with about 1527 mm of rain in total.
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