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How can I reach Chilika from Bhubaneswar?
Tourists planning a road trip to Chilika Lake from Bhubaneswar or Cuttack are first required to reach Balugaon, which is around 2 hours away through National Highway 5; there are numerous options with buses from either city. From here, a taxi or auto rickshaw can be hired to reach Rambha or Barkul.
How can I go to Chilka Lake?
Road travel to Chilika Lake is accessible through National Highway 5 for travelers coming in from Bhubaneswar and Cuttack. The visitors reach Balugaon first through buses or private taxis and can then take an auto rickshaw or another taxi to Barkul or Rambha.
How can I go from Chilika to Cuttack?
COVID special trains from Cuttack to Chilka
- SCL TVC SPECIAL#02508. Departs on:SMTWTFS.
- GHY BNC EXPRESS#02510. Departs on:SMTWTFS.
- HWH SC SPL#02703. Departs on:SMTWTFS.
- HWH YPR SPL#02873. Departs on:SMTWTFS.
- YPR AC SPL#02863. Departs on:SMTWTFS.
- HWH ERS SPL#02877. Departs on:SMTWTFS.
- SHM SC AC SPL#02773.
- HWH TPJ SF SPL#02663.
How can I reach Chilika in Odisha?
Chilika can be visited through many points but the most convenient ones are Balugaon, Barkul, Rambha (all on NH 5 between Bhubaneswar and Berhampur) and Satpada close to Puri. Rail: Nearest Railway Station is at Balugaon and Rambha on S. E, Road: National High Way No.
How do I get from Chilika to Balugaon?
Balugaon To Chilka Trains
- 18417 – PURI GNPR EXPRE. 02:48 PM. BALU, Balugaon Railway Station.
- 22820 – INTERCITY EXP. 09:58 PM. BALU, Balugaon Railway Station.
- 22819 – INTERCITY EXP. 09:45 AM. BALU, Balugaon Railway Station.
- 18418 – GNPR PURI SPL. 10:45 AM.
- 18645 – EAST COAST EXP. Runs onMTWTFSS | OthersClasses 3A, SL, 2A.
What is chilika famous for?
It is considered to be the largest lagoon in India and counted amongst the largest lagoons in the world. It is the largest wintering ground for migratory waterfowl found anywhere on the Indian sub-continent.
Which is the best time to visit Chilika Lake?
October to March would be the best season to visit Chilka, because it is the time when the lake is visited by the migrating birds. Devotees and pilgrims come to Chilka in the month of January during Makar Mela (at the time of Makar Sankranti) to pay homage to the Goddess Kalijai.
Which sea is the nearest to Bhubaneswar?
Located on the east coast of the Bay of Bengal, the Gopalpur Beach is a luxurious beach flanked with coconut and casuarina groves and is a perfect outing for a languorous weekend. The beach, also known as ‘Gopalpur-on-Sea’, is a deserted one with a long coastline dotted with gentle sand dunes and beautiful seashells.