Sambalpur Tourism

Sambalpur is situated westside of Odisha. Sambalpur derives its name from the Goddess Samalei. Sambalpur is famous for its handloom textile which has international famous in recent times. Several traits of the sambalpur culture, Sambalpuri language, Sambalpuri dance, Sambalpuri song, Sambalpuri sarees have held a national identity.

Hirakud Dam

Hirakud dam is built about 25 km across the mahanadi river which is largest river of Odisha. Hirakud dam project is multipurpose scheme intended for food control, irrigation and power generation. The Gandhi mandir near the dam is also a lovely place to visit.its nature is beauty.

• Hirakud is the Worlds longest dam (Length 25 km)
• Hirakud Dam innagurate by Pandit Jawaharlal Neheru on 1957

Distance

From Bhubaneswar : 332 km

From Sambalpur : 24 km 

From Hirakud Railway Station : 8 km