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SHIVA TEMPLE, KAPILAS |
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DHENKANAL is a district headquarters town with a
cluster temples and archaeological remails. Kapilas the serene hill
of epic frame houses the hilltop shrine of Lord Chandra Sekhar Siva with a
cluster of other temples and a mediaeval fort. The foothill is perched
with a Deer Park , a Science Park and Panthasala- 26 km form Dhenkanal .
Joranda (24 km) is the religious headquarters of Mahima cult. 11km
south -east of Dhenkanal town is Saptasajya, a hill of uncommon
scenic charm-ideal for outing.
Tikarapada, on the deep Satkosia
Gorge of river Mahanadi, Has a Gharial Sanctuary - 120 km from Dhenkanal
and 58 km from Angul. The dense forest filled with colorful wildlife is a
thrill to the searching eyes. Only 90 km from Angul, Deulajhari has
come to limelight for the presence of a hot spring.
How to get
there:Ideally located on the National Highway No.42, Dhenkanal has
direct road connections to major towns of the State. 100 km from
Bhubaneswar , the state Capital , it is a railhead on the S.E . Railway.
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Where to stay Hotel Shakuntala
(Tel:2337) Hotel Surya ( Tel: 2309) and Shrikrishna Lodging (Tel:
2476).
Assistance: Tourist Office, Dhenkanal - 759001,
Tel: 234670, Gram: ORISSA TOUR. |
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Dhenkanal
