Reaching Koraput is also easily accessible through the rail and road routes. In case you’re starting from Bhubaneswar, you can either take the Bhubaneswar-Jagdalpur-Hirakhand express, which leaves around 7:30 PM at night, from Bhubaneswar, and reaches Koraput next day at 9:30 in the morning. And if you’re opting to drive down from Bhubaneswar, you can reach Koraput in almost 10-11 hours, as Koraput is situated roughly at a distance of around 500 kms from the capital city. No matter which route you take, the views and path to Koraput will be super scenic and enchanting. Especially if you’re on a train, you’ll get some enchanting views and would really enjoy the journey.

Although accommodation options are not too plenty in and around Koraput, yet you’ll find fairly decent places in Koraput town and also in Jeypore. It’s better to stay in the Koraput town itself, from where you can visit the tourist destinations, experience the local market, and also engage with the tribal community. It’s advisable to spend at least 3-4 days in Koraput, if you really want to enjoy the vibe and beauty of this place. The weather remains pleasant round the year, but if you get a chance, do visit Koraput in the monsoon season, when the entire area looks lush green, with the rains giving a dramatic look to the entire landscape of the region.

Some of the must-visit places in Koraput include Deoamli, Duduma waterfalls, Gupteshwar caves, Rani Duduma waterfall, Tribal musuem, Kolab reservoir, Kolab botanical garden, Kolab falls and few temples as well. That apart, you can also plan to take a tour of the coffee plantations out here, and also visit the local market which will elevate your Koraput experience even more.

No matter where you are in Koraput, you’ll always get mesmerising views and take back some amazing memories to cherish for a lifetime. The place is a traveller’s paradise and is truly majestic from all corners. We suggest, whenever you visit Odisha, do spend few days of your trip to Koraput, because the calmness and serenity that you will experience here are truly unmatchable. You’ll get to reconnect with nature, rejuvenate amidst the green surroundings and also sight some of the best mountain and waterfall views that you might not have seen somewhere else.

The best part is all the destinations are easily accessible, and there’s also less crowd round the year, so that you can get a chance to have the entire destination to yourself. That’s the magic and charm of Koraput!

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Tradition, culture and the rich heritage of Koraput takes visitors to an amazing and enchanting beauty of the region giving life-time memories to the tourists’ each outing.

While several species of animals and different tribal communities live in forests of Koraput, as many as 62 tribes with unique traditions live in Odisha and Koraput is home to a maximum number of such tribes who still continue their centuries old tradition and culture that will certainly mesmerize tourists.

Water bodies add to the beauty of nature… And Koraput is not lacking in that as waterfalls like Duduma, Bagra and Khandahati grace the beauty of the district attracting tourists across the globe throughout the year. Tourists enjoy the incredible beauty of these waterfalls. Besides, some major rivers like Machhakunda, Vamsadhara and Kolab flow through the district. Kolab Dam is another pristine beauty for a perfect country-side spot for tourists to spend some quality time in the lap of nature.

The district, which is located at an average elevation of 870 m and is called as the sacred natural treasure of Odisha, has more than its natural treasure to attract tourists… It is also famous for its Jagannath Temple – Sabara Srikhetra. Importantly, no section of the society is barred entry to the temple.

Those who love adventure can have a climb up to Odisha’s highest peak, the Deomali Hills. From the Koraput city, majestic hill is approximately a two-hour of drive. With mesmerizing scenic beauty, the hill is inhabited by indigenous tribes like the Kandhas, Bhumia, Parajas, Malis and others. The soothing ambiances of nature here rejuvenate tourists.

Among others, the limestone caves- Gupteswar Caves– that are dedicated to Lord Shiva are major tourist attraction for their historical and mythological importance.

In short, you can visit some of the most astonishing places in Koraput like the Gupteswar Caves, Duduma waterfalls, the Jagannath Temple, Tribal Museum, Sunebeda wildlife, Kolab reservoir, Kolab Botanical Garden, Deomali, Sri Ramakrishan Ashram, Kolab falls, Maligura Tunnels and more.

Here’s the detail about few Famous Tourist Place of Koraput:

Gupteswar Caves:
The Gupteshwar Caves, located atop a hill in the district, is famous for its Holy “Shivalingam” which fills visitors with a true spiritual feeling. It is locally believed that the Shivalingam is growing in size with the passing of time. It is also believed that Lord Ram discovered this hidden place during his exile in Dandakaranya and used to worship it. Devotees take a bath in Sabari river flowing near it before walking towards the Gupteshwar Caves to offer puja to Lord Shiva.

Duduma Waterfalls:
Duduma is about 92 km from Koraput town. The 175 metre-height waterfall is is formed by the Machhakunda river. Though the waterfall is famous for its hydroelectricity project, it’s beauty in the lap of nature attracts lakhs of tourists throughout the year.

Jagannath Temple (Sabara Srikhetra):
TheJagannath Temple – Sabara Srikhetra – in Koraput has its own uniqueness. Devotees from all sections of the society are allowed to offer prayer in the temple. The ‘Mahaprasad’ that is served in this temple is said to be quite similar to that of Puri Jagannath Temple.

Kolab Botanical Garden:
Located on the banks of the Kolab reservoir, the Kolab Botanical Garden is a popular picnic spot for nature lovers. The garden has over 200 varieties of flowering plants. Visitors can get all types of facilities to enjoy the sunset at the garden along with the blossoming flowers, and sweet creeping of bird.

Tribal Museum:
The Tribal Museum here provides tourists with the opportunity to explore the life of tribal communities living in the region. It’s a proper place to get a sneak peek into the lifestyle of the centuries old communities. Various types of clothes, tools, weapons, utensils and other materials being used by the tribes of Koraput are at display in the museum.

Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary:
Visitng Koraput and giving a miss to the Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary is certainly a crime. Spread over an area of 500 km2, the sanctuary a great example of diversity of wildlife habitats. The forest is also the home to several waterfalls.

Exploring the natural beauty of Koraput is like exploring self. Opportunity to dip in such unadulterated beauty never comes for those who just sit on confused and stick to calculations. It’s like ‘now or never’ type opportunity. So, what are you thinking of and looking at…. Book your Koraput tour package today.

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