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Balasore a city of
state Odisha, India spread in 194 km is our target for today. A city
also known as or Baleshwar is listed as one of the best Indian
tourist places of eastern India. Balasore is popular among travelers
because of Chandipur beach. City is also known for IBMD (Indian
Ballistic Missile Defense) Program located at distance of 18 km. Some
big missiles of India are introduced and tested at Baleshwar. Some of
the big names are Nag, Agni Missile, Brahmos and more. City played
vital role in revolution as well and it is the place where the famous
freedom fighter Sri Jatindranath Mukherjee got injured and died
fighting against the East India Company.
History
It was the part of
ancient Kalinga empire later known as territory of Utkal or Koshala.
One of the successful ruler of the city was Mukunda Dev. Later it was
ruled by Mughals in 1568 remained part until 1700s. In 1633 British
Company established the factory at Balasore. Calcutta (changed to
Kolkata) is close city of Balasore so it was turned as important
river pilot for transferring rose through Hooghli River to EIC. City
was ruled by many empires and Maratha were one of them. Balasore was
announced as separate district in October 1828 in the Bengal
Presidency.
City is wonderful so
without wasting time I would like to share the places that you can
visit in Balasore. Some specialty of the city are Nature and Parks,
Outdoor activities, sights and landmarks. We will discuss about the
important areas so that you will not miss the key spots once you
visit this amazing Indian tourist place Balasore.
Tourist places in Balasore
Chandipur Beach:
A clean beach just
14 km distance from railway station. Guest house and resorts are
there at beach so accommodation is not a problem. You will find
Horseshoe crab on the beach and surrounding is beautiful as well.
Evening time is best at beach because a peace and wave noise is
always a different experience of life. Lay at beach at night and view
the stars, just imagine the scene, it is like movies that means you
are going to enjoy the spot so much.
Talsari Beach:
Another seashore
under Baleshwar region. It is the least exploited place of the State
Odisha located at 30 km distance from railway station. Delicious food
and affordable rooms is specialty of Talsari beach. Apart Kerala this
is the only backwater beach of state and the best part is you will
find less people so time to enjoy the beach properly. Surrounding
area is covered with Palm trees, though you will not find areas for
activities and all.
Panchalingeswar Temple:
Calm and serene holy
place on the hill top is our next spot of Balasore. It is one of the
important tourism holy spot of city visited by large crowed. Winter
is best period to visit, though its chilled, but amazing experience.
Management of spot is a concern here as administration is not caring
the spot properly.
Devkund Pond:
A special spot with holy values famous for scenic beauty located at 83 km distance from Balasore. Take bath in the pond at fresh nature and get relief from your skin disease. Baripada is closer to Devkund Pond located at just 60 km distance so if you have planned to visit Devkund then don't mist Baripada.
Khirachora Gopinath Shrine:
A featured temple of
Lord Krishna located few km distance from Baleshwar. However, it is
peaceful and cleaned area to visit with less crowed as well. Taste
the delicious Odisha food and take blessings of Lord Krishna at
Khirachora Gopinath temple.
Kuldiha Sanctuary:
approachable
wildlife famous for flora and fauna located nearby. Also popular for
Russia dam offering some trekking part to the travelers.
Accommodation is a bit concern here but you must stay for night at
least at this forest as several activities are conducted here by the
local administration of Balasore.
Kharasahapur Beach:
Another beach spot
of Balasore with limited services. Again is clam and nice place with
some lodgings and restaurant for stay and food.
There are several
other spots you can visit such as Emami Jagannath temple,
Bhusandeswar temple, etc. Each spot is unique of this Indian tourist
place and 1 or 2 days leaves are not enough to enjoy it properly. You
can easily stay for a week and can make your holidays memorable. The
best part is you can get to the place for bachelors or any family
gathering as well. Local people of Balasore are cooperative and
administration is supportive as well.
How to reach
Balasore?
By Air: No airport
at Balasore, though closest big airport is Bhubaneswar Airport at
just 176 km distance. Another closest airport is Netaji Subhas
Chandra Airport of Kolkata at 193 km distance.
By Train: Trains for
Balasore are available from almost all major cities of the nation.
By Road: Hire the
taxi or cab or private bus as you will get limited road services for
the city Balasore. Closest bit bus stand is Digha at 64 km distance.
Another big city to visit Balasore through road is Chandbali located
at 82 km away.