Jiranga or Chandragiri is known as mini Tibet due to the strong Tibetan cultural influence. Chandragiri was at one time an abode for Tibetan refugees. Located in the Gajapati district of Orissa, Chandragiri is known for its Tibetan settlement and […]
Jiranga or Chandragiri is known as mini Tibet due to the strong Tibetan cultural influence. Chandragiri was at one time an abode for Tibetan refugees. Located in the Gajapati district of Orissa, Chandragiri is known for its Tibetan settlement and for a Buddhist monastery.
Chandragiri – Cultural Hill Station in Orissa
Distance From Bhubaneshwar: 255 km
Why Visit: Chandragiri is abundant in natural beauty in the form of cascading waterfalls, green forests, mountains and rivers. A number of horticulture plantations also adorn the place.
Best Way To Get There:
By Road – You can travel from Bhubaneshwar via NH 16 through Brahmapur to reach Chandragiri. Alternatively, you can travel from Bhubaneshwar via Badakera – Cuttack road to reach Chandragiri.
Average Cab Fare: Rs.4500 – Rs 6,000 (one way )
Alternatively, self-drive is another option that you can explore. You can travel from Bhubaneshwar to Brahmapur. Take the road towards Digapahandi, Taptapani. Then travel towards Mohana. Take a left turn at the entrance of the Mohana town and travel another 18 km to reach Chandragiri
Cost of Driving down to Chandragiri: Rs 2,800 – Rs 3,500 (round trip)
Flight: Bhubaneshwar airport is the nearest airport to Chandragiri located at a distance of 255 km. Flights to and from Bhubaneshwar are operated by Air India, Go Air, Indigo and Vistara.
Fares: Rs 4,500 – Rs 9, 500 (Delhi – Bhubaneshwar Return)
Train: Brahmapur is the closest railway station located about 80 km from Chandragiri. Book tickets in the following trains to reach Brahmapur.
Shalimar – Vishakapatnam Superfast Express
Digha -Vishakapatnam SF Express
Prasanti Express
Amaravati Express
Anga SF Express
Things to do in Chandragiri
Get enthralled by the Tibetan monasteries
Explore the tribal hamlets and Tibetan settlements
Stroll through the sweet fruit orchards
Go shopping for shawls and carpets
Places to Visit in Chandragiri
Padmasambhava Mahavira Monastery
Tibetan Handicraft Centre
Tibetan settlement of Jerang
