Sambalpur Sightseeing, Quick Facts, History, Packages, Tours & Excursions

Sight seeing highlights

Built in 1670, the Huma Temple is known to be built by the Chauhan king, Baliyar Singh. It is also known as the ?Leaning temple of Huma? as it tends to lean to one side.

The Ushakothi Wildlife Sanctuary is located 22 km from Sambalpur. Spread over 285 km. and is home to a number of animals such as deer, leopards, tigers and a multitude of smaller animals. 

One of the first dams to be built after Independence, Hirakud Dam on the river Mahanadi, is situated 15km away. It is the longest dam in the world. The waters surrounding the dam are ideal for boating and water sports.

About 37 km away, a popular picnic spot, Chiplima is famous for its waterfall, Ghanteswar shrine and has a livestock breeding farm run by the state government.
 

TOURISM INFORMATION

Orissa Tourist Information Center

Panthanivas,

Sambalpur- 768001

Tel: (0663) 2411118

Other activities

You can explore the ancient caves at Vikramkhol that have unscripted pictographs believed to be dated 1500 B.C or even earlier.

A visit to the picturesque Pradhanpat hill which has a beautiful waterfall is a must.  While a number of temples in Deodhar (96 km) make for an interesting day tour.