October 28, 2026
District guide ଗଜପତି
Gajapati
Gajapati district in the Eastern Ghats is one of Odisha’s greenest corners – rolling hills, waterfalls and a Tibetan settlement, with Paralakhemundi as its headquarters.
Top places to visit in Gajapati: Mahendragiri Hill, one of Odisha’s highest peaks; Jirang Monastery at Chandragiri; and the hidden Mankadadian Waterfall. Best time to visit: October to March.
Picnic Spots
Gajapati · ଗଜପତି Gandahati Waterfall: 7 Amazing Reasons to Visit & Complete Guide
Gandahati Waterfall is Gajapati district's favourite perennial cascade, tucked into sal forest near Paralakhemundi. Here is everything you need to… Read the guide →
Adventure & Trekking
Gajapati · ଗଜପତି Mankadadian Waterfall : A Tranquil Escape Amid Nature’s Splendor
Nestled deep within the lush Eastern Ghats, the Mankadadian Waterfall remains one of Odisha’s most enchanting yet lesser-known natural treasures.… Read the guide →
Adventure & Trekking
Gajapati · ଗଜପତି Mahendragiri Hill: A Majestic Trekker’s Paradise in Gajapati, Odisha
Mahendragiri Hill, nestled amid the magnificent Eastern Ghats of Odisha, is a wonderland for nature lovers, trekkers, and spiritual seekers.… Read the guide →
Eco-Tourism
Gajapati · ଗଜପତି