October 25, 2026
District guide ଗଞ୍ଜାମ
Ganjam
Ganjam in southern Odisha blends sacred hills, hot springs and quiet lakes. Most journeys start from Berhampur (Brahmapur), the district’s main city and railway hub.
Top places to visit in Ganjam: Tara Tarini Temple, one of India’s revered Shakti Peethas on the Rushikulya river; Taptapani hot spring in the Eastern Ghats; the sacred spring of Nirmal Jhara near Khallikote; Maa Balakumari Temple on Kerandimala hill; and the southern shores of Chilika Lake. Best time to visit: October to March.
Archaeological Sites
Ganjam · ଗଞ୍ଜାମ Potagarh Fort: 7 Fascinating Facts About Ganjam’s Buried Fort
Hidden below ground at the mouth of the Rushikulya, Potagarh fort near Ganjam town tells the story of Muslim, French… Read the guide →
Lakes
Puri · ପୁରୀ Chilika Lake: 12 Amazing Things to See & Do – Complete Travel Guide 2026
Chilika Lake is Asia's largest brackish water lagoon. Discover 12 amazing things to do – from Irrawaddy dolphins at Satapada… Read the guide →
Hill Stations
Ganjam · ଗଞ୍ଜାମ Tara Tarini Temple : A Sacred Journey to the Heart of Ganjam District, Odisha
Perched gracefully on the serene Tara Tarini Hills near Berhampur in Odisha’s Ganjam district, the Tara Tarini Temple stands as… Read the guide →
Temples
Ganjam · ଗଞ୍ଜାମ Nirmal Jhara Khallikote – Sacred Spring, Temples & Travel Guide | Odisha Tourism
Tucked away in the peaceful landscapes of Khallikote, Odisha, Nirmal Jhara (also known as Nirmala Jhara) is a hidden sanctuary… Read the guide →
Dams
Ganjam · ଗଞ୍ଜାମ Salia Dam Banapur: Picnic Spot, Location, Distance & Travel Tips
Nestled in the scenic heart of Odisha, Salia Dam is a peaceful reservoir that offers the perfect blend of natural… Read the guide →
Hill Stations
Ganjam · ଗଞ୍ଜାମ Maa Balakumari Temple Ganjam: 1240 Steps, Timings & Distance from Berhampur
Perched gracefully atop the Kerandimala Mountain, the Maa Balakumari Temple stands as one of the most spiritually uplifting destinations in… Read the guide →
Adventure & Trekking
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