Baripada is a fascinating town in the expanse of
Orissa. Being the headquarters of Mayurbhanj district, the town has all
the necessary elements for a lovely holiday. Infact, your tour to Orissa
would be incomplete if you don't travel to Baripada. Located at the
foothills of the Similipal mountain range, Baripada is the best place to
access the whole region of Mayurbhanj. The place has all the facilities
of accommodation also.
Baripada is well known for its Rathyatra (Car Festival). People from
far and wide come to attend this amazing cultural festival of India. The
town is also famous for Mayurbhanj 'Chhau', a classical dance
form. Baripada serves as an excellent base for touring Mayurbhanj, since
most of the tourist attractions are located in the vicinity. Simlipal,
the park of national importance, lies at a distance of just 60 km from
Baripada.
Not only this, there are ample of lush valleys, forestlands and ancient
temples in the region. If you want to get some exquisite handloom stuff,
you can move to the markets of Chandanpur. Bangriposi 'tusser'
fabric is one of the must buys from the markets of Baripada. Khiching is
another place to admire for its amazing stone carvings. To put
succinctly, Baripada would be a pleasant surprise for you, on your trip
to Orissa.
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