Tourist Places in Nabarangpur

Tourist Places in Nabarangpur
Bhandargharani Temple: Maa Bhandargharani of Nabarangpur is the presiding deity of the locality. The name signifies the preserver of wealth and protector of lives. She is also worshipped in nearby villages. Tuesday and Saturday are marked for special worship. Devotees throng the temple precincts on every conceivable occasion to seek blessings. The temple, Situated in the heart of Nabarangpur in front of old palace beside NH 201. Bhandar gharani is an ancient deity worshipped as per non vedic rituals. The Ghata Yatra, one of her main festivals,is observed every year in the month of April with great enthusiasm among people of the whole District. Large crowds also gather on Tuesdays, Saturdays, Sankranti Days, Basanti Dashahara and Sharadiya Dashahara.She is adored all through as the protector of the houses and harbinger of prosperity.
Deer Park: The Deer Park of Nabarangpur District also attracts a large crowd. Watching Natures bounties from the watch tower in this park is a unique experience.
Hirli Danger: Hirli Danger is situated at Gandhinagar of Nabarangpur town, where an ancient statue of lord Tirupati found and being worshiped. Near to Hirli Dangar Kusumjhar reserve is situated. This place is famous for its scenic beauty and is a suitable place for picnic. District Administration has constructed watch towers,Park at the hill top, to facilitate the same.
Sahid Smruti Stamba: The Sahid Smruti Stamba is situated at the bank of the river Tuni near Papadahandi. During Quit India Movement on August 24, 1942, 19 freedom fighters died while fighting with British soldiers during the march towards Dabugam under the leadership of Madhab Pradhani. To keep it in memory of them Sahid Stamba was constructed and every year on 24th August Sahid Divas is observed. The spot till commemorates the freedom loving people of bygone era.
Pendrani Temple: Umerkote 70 Kms away from Nabarangpur is famous for the temple of Goddess Pendrani. Goddess Pendrani is the presiding deity of Umerkote locality and it is believed that she is one among the seven sisters Goddess of undivided Koraput District.
Chandan Dhara: Chandan Dhara is a natural water fall situated in Jhorigam Block 90 KM away from Nabarangpur.The place is also remarkable for a natural Shiva Lingam. Chandan Dhara is an ideal location for outings and picnic.
Podagada: Podagada is 52 Kms away from Nabarangpur and 14Kms from Dhodra. Podagada is the famous historical place where Brahmin inscriptions are found. It was the seat on Nala dynasty a place of natural scenic beauty. The colourful tribals, Bhairab temple, Alekhamahima temple, footprints of Laxmi, Sati Stone can been seen, Podagad is best for Trekking, Picnic and for adventure Tourism.