Sambalpur

A penthouse of prehistoric settlements, Sambalpur is one of the largest districts of Odisha. The city covers itself with hilly terrain on one side and with ridges and valleys on the other. The region gets its name from the ruling deity of the range, Goddess Samalei.

Sambalpur - City Guide

The awesome fact of the region is that music has an inseparable bond with this land. In 1800, the Marathas won the land from the Nagpur dynasty, Bhonsles. The whole town holds important attractions of Odisha, like Hirakud Dam, a serene place with scenic paths that lead you to Gudguda waterfall and Kandhara, the region has a special place in the hearts of Odia people, as the area is where famous Odia saint poet Bhima Bhoi, spent his adulthood, and Huma the place where a temple belonging to the 17th century commonly known as the Leaning Temple of India along the Mahanadhi River, is a notable landmark for people of all interests.

Hear the chimes of brass bells from Ghanteswari temple, where bells made of brass were offered to Goddess Ghanteswari the incarnation of Goddess Durga, to solve all kinds of problems. Enjoy the beauty of the district from Usakothi, where towers were positioned at such heights, which helps us capture the alluring surroundings of the forests and fauna in the nearby areas.

Shop in the Sambalpur where massive collections of handloom textiles with intricate, unique designs and textures are there and stand out with the exemplifying pattern, Sambalpuri textiles are a souvenir to cherish your memories with the district.

One cannot miss the recipe of Basi Bhaat in Sambalpur, famous in the regions of Odisha and Bengal. Indulge in the traditional dish of Odisha (made of fermented rice), offered to the divine for centuries. The dish is believed to ward off diseases such as chickenpox and measles. As per science, the food Basi Bhaat helps with easy digestion in summer. While the food merges with citizens' feelings towards the respect they showed for their culture and tradition.

Travel over to this alluring treasure of Odisha, where many things and places are there to be explored and enjoyed by you!

The best time to visit Sambalpur

from September to March when the temperature is neither too hot nor too dull. Avoid the rainy and winter seasons.

How to reach Sambalpur:

By Air : Swami Vivekananda Airport, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, is the nearest airport to Sambalpur district. Comparatively, Raipur airport is closer to Sambalpur district than Biju Patnaik airport of Bhubaneswar.

By Train :Sambalpur railway station is the closest railroad to Sambalpur district.

By Road :All major cities are well connected with Angul District. Public or private transportation is always available.