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East India Tiger Park |
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Chilka
Lake Bird Sanctaury |
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Orissa |
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d Nearest Access :
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Barkul (5km) |
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d Main Wildlife
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Eagle,
Geese, Flamingoes |
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Coverage Area : |
1100 Sq kms |
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Chilka Lake Bird Sanctaury
Situated southwest of Puri, Chilka is the largest brackish
water lake in Asia. It is doted with the islands and is noted for the
many migratory birds which flock to the nesting sanctuary here in
winter ( December to January). The shallow lake is about 70 km long
and averages 15 km wide It's separated from the sea only by a narrow
sand bar. The railway line and the main road run along the inland edge
of the lake. It's a peaceful enough place but of greatest interests to
ornithologists. Environment and human problems - such as siltation and
commercial prawn fishing - are threatening this important wetland. The
lake is spread over an area of 1100 sq km and is a good picnic spot.
One can enjoy boating on the shimmering blue waters and enjoy fishing
at leisure. There are about 160 variety of fish in the lake. Birds
come here from as far as Siberia.
ATTRACTIONS WITHIN CHILKA :
Nalabana: It is a forest of reeds and is famous for the
long-range migratory birds in winter.
Birds Island: It is heaven for the resident and migratory
birds. One can watch the birds in their natural habitat here.
Kalijai: The abode of Goddess, Kalijai. The island is famous
for the temple and the scenic surroundings.
Satapada: The famous Chilka Dolphins are can be seen in their
natural best.
Parikud and Malud: They are islands within the lake.
Brahmaputra: The place is known for its scenic beauty.
Cruising on Chilka:
There are motor launches of OTDC at Barkul and Ramba. The Revenue
Department also maintains some boats at Balugaon. We can also arrange
the country boats at these places and at Satapada as well |
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Request
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Best Time to Visit
Bhitarkanika
National Park
The ideal time to visit the Chilka Lake Bird Sanctaury is October to
March.
How to Get there
Air : Bhubaneshwar. Later, drive to Chilka.
Rail : Balugaon (South Eastern railway
section).
Request for a custom-made itinerary
Accommodation & facilities :
Plenty of accommodation is available at various places in and around
the lake. Some of the hotels, rest houses, lodges and huts are
maintained and managed by OTDC and many are privately owned.
Panthaniwas at Ramba and Panthaniwas at Barkul are among the famous
hotels in the area. Ashoka hotel at Balugaon is another hotel which
attracts many visitors. At Satpada the Yatriniwas provides excellent
accommodation |
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