Rambha Heritage Town – Like the mysterious name, the place also tests the curiosity of a traveller with its unspoiled beauty and unique ecosystem. It is situated beside the southern end of Chilika Lake under Ganjam dist. The scenic beauty of Chilika Lake is seen from here. Visitors can enjoy a ride on the boats or a cruise on Chilika Lake. It offers views of the surrounding islands, bird sanctuary, and the unique ecosystem of the lake. Once upon a time, Rambha was under Khallikote Mardaraj royal family with their summer palace bought from the Britisher, now converted into a heritage stay hotel.  The palace was constructed in 1792 by European engineers under the supervision of Thomas Snodgrass, the then Collector of Ganjam.

Breakfast Island – The bright yellow coloured structure in the middle of the lake approximately 45 min boat ride from Rambha boat jetty. It was built as a lighthouse by Mr Snodgrass, the then Collector of Ganjam District of the East India Company, used by Britishers to eat their breakfast and drink tea. Since then, it is known as Breakfast Island. There are a hut shaped structure and a conical pillar alongside surrounded by water.

Potagarh – Literally meaning buried fort is a historical fort near Ganjam Town made by British in 1768 AD.  The cluster area alongwith the fort is in ruin stage and located in Ganjam district which says the glorious past of Ganjam. Potagarh of Ganjam is the first and oldest collectorate of Ganjam, Orissa, constructed by Edward Costford.  Due to its strategic military location near the sea mouth, Potagarh site was used by French, Dutch & of course Britishers. The beauty of this place situated near the river gives this place a very calm and enjoyable experience.

Bateswar Mahadeb Temple, around 8km from Huma Town at Kantiagada is a heritage 8^th century temple once buried in sands, now restored. Bali Lokanath (ବାଲିଲୋକନାଥ) Temple at Mali-Jagannathpur Village near Ganjam town is a temple of 13-14th century Kalingan architecture built by Eastern Ganga Dynasty dedicated to Lord Shiba. Prefix Bali (meaning sand) added to Lokanath Temple since it was also buried under sands for centuries & excavated later on & restored.

Tour Date: 9th Feb 2025 (Sundy)

Pickup/Drop Down Point: Ravi Talkies Sq & Khandagiri Square, Bhubaneswar

Report By: 06.00 AM

Duration: 12 hours (06.00 AM – 06.00 PM)

Distance to be covered: Around 140 km on road & 45 min boat ride on Chilika

Charges per head: For charges, please get in touch with us via whatsapp # 09861288166 & mail at infoaitiha@gmail.com . Our charges are inclusive of cab rentals, guide fees, veg breakfast, toll/entry/parking fees & tea at evening but excluding lunch & any personal expenses by participants etc. In case of any additional/revised & incidental group expenses at sites, it shall be collectively borne by the participants (excl the Aitiha team).

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Registration & payment are open till 6 PM of 7^th Feb 2025 (Fri) subject to seat availability.

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Images: Narayan Dalabehera, JN Pankaj & from Google search

Imp Notice: Those are planning to join the day tour from outside Bhubaneswar are requested to be on time beforehand to avoid getting missed out. Those travelling overnight via local bus/train are requested to reach before the scheduled time at pickup point. It’s always better to reach & stay overnight at Bhubaneswar before the tour starts. Remember, the tour won’t stop or be delayed in order to accommodate you in case you are late beyond the grace time of 15 min.

Guidelines for this tour –

Registration & payment open till 6 PM of 7^th Feb 2025 (Fri). You have to pay online in full through our portal’s event registration page & then register yourself online.

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We shall move in a standard AC vehicle on sharing basis for the tour. However, if any participant wishes, he/she can opt for ‘Bring Your Own Vehicle‘ (BYOV) option at their own cost, but need to follow the pilot vehicle of Team Aitiha. Participants are required to use face mask, carry their sanitizer & maintain social distancing at public places.

Our usual route shall be through Ravi Talkies Square>>Khandagiri Sq >>Jankia>>Rambha

Wear comfortable clothes as per climate & temple visits & act responsibly. Please carry your essentials with you which may include any medicine, umbrella/cap, binos, camera with lens, compass etc.

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