Chilika Lake, located in the eastern Indian state of Odisha, is the largest brackish water lagoon in Asia and a major tourist destination in the region. A Chilka Special Tour typically includes a visit to the lake, as well as other nearby attractions. Here are some of the highlights of a Chilka Special Tour:
Chilika Lake: The Chilika Lake is the main attraction of the tour. Visitors can take a boat ride on the lake to explore its stunning beauty and watch the migratory birds that flock to the lake during winter. You can also visit the Kalijai Temple, located on an island in the middle of the lake.
Satapada: Satapada is a small town located on the eastern side of the Chilika Lake. It is known for its dolphin watching tours. Visitors can take a boat ride from Satapada to see the playful Irrawaddy dolphins that live in the lake.
Balugaon (Kalijai Temple): Kalijai Temple is located on an island in Chilika Lake. It is considered to be the abode of the Goddess Kalijai. Goddess Kalijai is actually Kali. Legend has it that a newly married girl (named Jaai) along with her father was going to meet her husband. As her in-law’s house was on an island in Chilika Lake they had to take a boat to ferry them across the lake. during this boat trip they were encountered with a severe Cyclone, as a result their boat was capsized in the Chilika Lake. Only the boatman and her father survived this event except for the girl Jaai. They searched for her but were unable to locate her. After this accidental death of that newly wed girl, she became the Goddess of people residing nearby and till now,
Barkul: Barakul village is located in Balugaon tehsil of Khordha district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Balugaon (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Khordha . As per 2009 stats, Badakula is the gram panchayat of Barakul village.
Rambha: Rambha Lake is Situted 45 km distance from Berhampur on the side of chilika lake., Barkul to Rambha Distance is around 33 km. Another main attraction of rambha lake is the light house,Which is in the Middle of Chilika lake , Whwre tourists go there by Boat. Rambha Chilika lake view point is a top tourist attraction in Ganjam District.
Overall, a Chilka Special Tour is a great way to explore the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Odisha. The tour includes a mix of nature, history, and culture, making it a well-rounded experience for all types of travelers.
