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 Orissa is a state crisscrossed with numerous rivers primarily fed by the monsoon rains. These rivers create gorges, river valleys, fertile basins and spectacular waterfalls as they cut through the state's undulating topography to join the Bay of Bengal in the pursuit of a larger water body - the Indian Ocean.
There are countless waterfalls that dot the landscape of Orissa. Barenhipani, Joranda, Badaghagra, Sanaghagra and Khandadhar waterfalls are the prominent ones in Orissa. Duduma, Harishankar, Handibhanga, Hatipathar, Khanduala, Miriglotah, Mruga Mahadev, Nrusimhanath, Phurli Jharan, Pradhanpat and Putudi are other minor waterfalls in a state that can be include in your tour to Orissa, by Tourism of Orissa, on your tours to the concerned region nearby these waterfalls.
Whether prominent tourist attraction or popular with locals, all these waterfalls have a story to tell - of history and mythology - besides being apt for picnics, sightseeing, treks and outings.
The 399m Barenhipani and 150m Joranda waterfalls within the core area of the Simlipal National Parks are stunning in their raw force and alluring in their picturesque setting amidst the dense forests and diverse flora and fauna.
The 244m spectacular Khandadhar Fall in the heavily wooded areas of the Sundargarh district of Orissa is another popular tourist destination that shouldn't be missed on your tour to Orissa and its invigorating waterfalls.
Keonjhar, with its cool and hilly terrain, is a popular tourist destination in Orissa. Keonjhar is also home to two of the most sought after waterfalls in Orissa. The 60m Badaghagra Falls and the 30m Sanaghagra Falls are popular with tourists as picnic spots and apt for short trekking excursions.
There are many hotels and lodges in the nearby areas of the waterfalls where you can stay comfortably during your tour of Orissa with Tourism of Orissa tour packages.
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