korapu a hidden gem tourist places
A hidden gem odisha koraput , know How many tourist spot their . koraput is a hidden gem , which located in the state of odisha . it is situated in the south western part of the state and is known for its rich culture heritage,stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife also including waterfalls, mountains, temples, and reservoirs. now its not only tourist place but Koraput is emerging as a new hotspot for both filmmakers and tourists seeking a blend of adventure and tranquility.

koraput is surrounded by lush green hills and sprawling valleys, offering mesmerizing views that captivate every visitor.
Name of the tourist spots of koraput
Name of Tourist Spots | Distance on Road from District Headquarters (in Kms.) | Distance on Road from State Headquarters (in Kms.) | Connectivity to Dist. Headquarter by Bus/Rail Services |
Importance of the Spot
|
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KORAPUT | 0 | 503 | RAIL/BUS |
Sabar Srikhetra & Tribal Museum
|
SUNABEDA | 18 | 521 | BUS |
Scenic Spot, Jagannath Temple, HAL, MIG & Sukhoi Factory
|
SUBAI | 35 | 538 | BUS |
Jaina Monuments & Temple
|
BAGRA | 25 | 528 | RAIL/BUS |
Waterfall, Scenic Spot
|
GUPTESWAR | 80 | 583 | BUS |
Cave Shrine of Lord Shiva
|
JOLAPUT | 77 | 580 | BUS |
Dam Reservoir & Scenic Beauty
|
NANDAPUR | 45 | 548 | BUS |
Historical Site
|
DUDUMA (MACHAKUNDA) | 80 | 583 | RAIL/BUS |
Waterfall& Hydro Electricity Project
|
DEOMALI | 60 | 563 | BUS |
Highest Mountain Peak of Odisha & Scenic Beauty (1672 meters)
|
KECHELA | 71 | 574 | BUS |
Jaina Site
|
BALDA CAVE | 62 | 565 | BUS |
Cave Shrine of Goddesses Nageswari and Eco Point
|
RAJA CAVE | 90 | 593 | BUS |
Balmiki Ashram and Raja Cave
|
GULMI | 100 | 603 | BUS |
Scenic Spot on the River Kolab
|
DUMURIPUT | 12 | 515 | BUS |
Hanuman Statue 2nd Highest of Odisha & Ram Mandir
|
KOLAB | 20 | 523 | BUS |
Reservoir and Picnic Spot
|
NARAYANPATNA | 80 | 583 | BUS |
Historical Place with Scenic Beauty
|
DAMANJODI | 34 | 537 | BUS |
Mines with Scenic Beauty and Kanta Baunsuni Thakurani Mandir
|
RANIGUDA | 18 | 521 | BUS |
Picnic Spot
|
MALIGUDA | 43 | 546 | BUS |
Highest Tunnel Bridge
|
RAISIL | 60 | 563 | BUS |
Picnic & Scenic Spot
|
JAYPORE | 22 | 525 | BUS |
Commercial Town, Sub-Divisional Headquarter and District Museum
|
ONUKADELI | 90 | 593 | BUS |
Bonda Tribal Weekly Market
|
KANSPABALI | 12 | 515 | BUS |
Island inside Kolab Reservoir
|
BIRAKHAMBA PITHA | 50 | 553 | BUS |
Seat of Presiding Deity of Boipariguda
|
CHINAGUDI DARHA & RANAGAPANI NALA | 46 | 549 | BUS | Waterfall |
RAMAGIRI | 64 | 567 | BUS |
A Mythological related to Kalidas, Meghadhut Site
|
BADUDI PAHADA | 70 | 573 | BUS |
A Scenic Spot
|
TIKIRAGARH | 67 | 570 | BUS |
An Old Ruin Fort
|
DHABALESWAR JOGESWAR & PATALESWAR | 71 | 574 | BUS |
Siva Shrine
|
BHAIRABSINGPUR | 60 | 563 | BUS |
Jaina Shrine and Temple of Goddess Bhandar Gharani
|
RANI DUDUMA | 46 | 549 | BUS |
Scenic Spot & Waterfall
|
PAKJHOLA | 40 | 543 | BUS | Scenic Spot |
MURAN DAM | 60 | 563 | BUS |
Water Reservoir
|
DORAGUDA | 64 | 567 | BUS |
Jain Shrine
|
CHANDAN MALI PATTADEVI GUMPHA | 49 | 552 | BUS |
Historical Site
|
LUGUM GUMPHA | 70 | 573 | BUS |
Historical Site
|
HATI BARI | 65 | 568 | BUS |
Cave and Scenic Spot
|
TENTULI GUMPHA | 100 | 603 | BUS |
Birth Place of Freedom Fighter of Laxman Nayak
|
PEDAPADU | 90 | 593 | BUS |
Caves Shrine and Scenic Beauty
|
JALMUNDA | 10 | 513 | BUS |
Waterfall
|
RATHIBALI | 58 | 561 | BUS |
Waterfall and Scenic Spot
|
DUDHARI | 40 | 543 | BUS |
River, Picnic Place and Scenic Beauty
|
SATI WATERFALL | 20 | 523 | BUS | Waterfall |
CHAMPI WATERFALL | 54 | 557 | BUS | Waterfall |
KUTUNIPADAR | 55 | 558 | BUS |
Siva Shrine with Vaishnav and Shakti idols
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Koraput also boasts several other tourist spots, making it a complete destination for adventure seekers and history enthusiasts alike. Jeypore, the district headquarters, is known for the majestic Jeypore Fort, a historical site that reflects the region’s rich heritage. The Deomali Hills, the highest peak in Odisha, offers excellent trekking opportunities with panoramic views of the Eastern Ghats.
Moreover, Bagra Reservoir provides opportunities for bird-watching and boating while Kotpad Handloom village is famous for its traditional weaving techniques that have been passed down through generations.
Now south actor mahesh babu and bollywood beauty priyanka chopra also coming here for a film shooting . Much before Mahesh Babu, acclaimed director Sukumar and stylish star Allu Arjun shot a few crucial portions of their mega blockbuster ‘Pushpa 2’ in Odisha’s Malkangiri.
Likewise, south beauty Anushka Shetty’s big-budget multilingual film ‘Ghaati’ was also extensively shot across Koraput. The film crew made the best use of Deomali, Jeypore, Lamtaput, and Kolab to capture the district’s breathtaking landscapes. With the presence of stars like Allu Arjun, Mahesh Babu and the esteemed directors Sukumar and SS Rajamouli, Odisha’s charm is now reaching a global audience.
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