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Koraput Tourism

Scenery has spelled its gift on the tribal belt of Odisha, the Koraput, with unrestricted delight. This region flourished in mountains, jungles, cascade, green valleys and scurry springs. This soil of wealth is abode to the state’s mammoth ethnic inhabitants. An authentic glory for the nature-lover, the district presents a further advantage to the tourist of personal congregation with its prehistoric civilization.

Koraput Tourism

Brief History of Koraput

The region of Koraput gains its name from its present capital Koraput. In prehistoric era when the Nalas rule was predominant over this region, Pushkari place near the present Umarkot was the headquarters of the district. During the medieval period Nandapur became the capital and later on during the solar dynasty the head quarters was shifted to Jeypore and hence this city flourished as the capital. The city of Koraput was preferred by the British during their regime. The birth of the name Koraput has many theories associated with it. Read More......................

Tourist Helpline Numbers in Koraput

Tourist places in Koraput"Parab" is a tribal festival conducted in the month of November, Where one can hit upon diverse tribal ethnicity at one place who reveal their dance and arts. It is also the finest platform to shop for adorned handiwork things made by tribals. So make your presence there to rejoice the tribal culture of the region.

The Director

Dept. of Tourism, Paryatan Bhawan, Museum Campus, Bhubaneswar - 751 014
Tel.No. (674) 2432177
email: ortour@orissatourism.gov.in
Call Us : 1800 208 1414 (Toll free)

Tourism Office in Koraput
Government of Odisha Tourist Office,
Koraput Club Koraput-764020,
Tel. 06852-250318

Tourist Spots in and around Koraput

Sabara Shrikhetra Jagannath Temple: This is a famous temple in the region where the Ratha Yatra is conducted yearly attracting numerous devotees.

Tourist places in Koraput

Tribal Museum: This museum has collections depicting the tribal culture. This museum is located behind the Sabara Shrikhetra Jagannath Temple

Government Museum: This museum has a collection of crafts work pertaining to Jains. This museum is located close by to the Bus stop.

Dumuriput temple: This place located few kilometers from the koraput town is renowned for the Sri Ram Temple.

Sunabeda: This town located about a 20 kilometer drive from koraput is known fot the majestic sceneric beauty with rich green valley and bordered by rivers.

Duduma Waterfall: The waterfall located about 90 kilometers from Koraput town is widely acknowledged for the sceneric view of the waterfall.

Jeypore: The nerve center of the district serves as a perfect blend of cultural and natural heritage.

Gupteswar Temple: This is a renowned Shiva temple attracting many tourists during Maha Shivaratri

Daman Jodi: Located in the midst of Mountain terrain this place offers a treat to the trekking enthusiast.

Travel Agents in Koraput

Tours and Travels form an indispensible part of the city tourism. Benefit from the services of various travel agents in Koraput offering packages for various travel destinations in the city. They also educate the tourists about the significance of the places in the city. They offer ultimate customer satisfaction with several packages included in their portfolio with a choice for customers to select the package according to their budget.

Shanthi Travels
Address: Hal Guest House , Sunabeda -2, Sunabeda, Koraput - 763001
Phone No: +(91)-6852-220212, 220991

Swarupa Travels & Enterprises
Address: Bus Stand, Semiliguda, Koraput, Main Road, Semiliguda, Koraput - 764036
Phone No: +(91)-9439397817

Konark Auto Deal & Travel Agencies
Address: Bus Stand, Semiliguda, Koraput, Main Road, Semiliguda, Koraput - 764036
Phone No: +(91)-9437125561

How to reach Koraput ?

Tour and travel in Koraput

Koraput has a well equipped road network connecting to other regions of the state and to the main cities of adjacent states. NH-43 passes through the district connecting Natavalasa in Andhra Pradesh and Raipur in Chhattisgarh. The Odisha Road transport Corporation ply number of buses on regular basis from all regions of the state to Koraput. The Visakhapatnam airport in Andhra pradesh is the nearest airport to the city, which is located at a distance of 135 km. Koraput has a railway junction and has good rail connectivity to major destinations of the country. Read More......................

Where to stay in Koraput?

Accommodation in Koraput is abundant with a assortment of hotels and guest houses to go with every budget and every experience. The accommodation in the city is appropriate for the budget-minded tourists and can vary from simple rooms to well furnished rooms. From hotels to lodge you can find everything that can make your stay enjoyable. Here is list of popular accommodation options that you can choose while traveling to Koraput.

Hotels in Koraput

Atithi Bhawan Hotel
Address: Koraput Ho, Koraput - 764020
Phone No: +(91)-6852-250610

Sri Ram Lodge
Address: Semiliguda, Koraput - 764036
Phone No: +(91)-6853-225511, 225598

Ambica Heavens Hotel
Address: Koraput Ho, Koraput - 764020
Phone No: +(91)-6852-251136

HAL VIP Guest House
Address: Near Sunabeda Post Office, Sunabeda Main Road Sunabeda, R Zone(Sunabeda), Koraput - 763002
Phone No: +(91)-6583-220213

Rajdhani Lodge
Address: Koraput, Koraput Ho, Koraput - 764020
Phone No: +(91)-6852-252145

Circuit House
Address: Koraput Ho, Koraput - 764020
Phone No: +(91)-6852-251324

NAC Guest House
Address: Koraput Ho, Koraput - 764020
Phone No: +(91)-6852-250471

DNK Guest House
Address: Koraput, Koraput Ho, Koraput - 764020
Phone No: +(91)-6852-251598

Maha Laxmi Lodge
Address: Koraput Ho, Koraput - 764020
Phone No: +(91)-6852-250485

HAL Guest House
Address: Near State Bank Of India, D 4 Hal Town Ship Road, R Zone(Sunabeda), KORAPUT - 763002
Phone No: +(91)-6583-220572

NAC Guest House
Address: Sunabeda, Koraput - 763001
Phone No: +(91)-6853-220315

Panthika
Address: Sunabeda., Sunabeda, Koraput - 763001
Phone No: +(91)-6853-220310

Sri Jagannath Lodge
Address: Bus Stand, Semiliguda, Koraput, Main Road, Semiliguda, Koraput - 764036
Phone No: +(91)-6853-225409

Rajdhani Lodge Koraput
Address: Jeypur Town, Jeypore - 764002
Phone No: +(91)-6852-252145

Where to shop in Koraput ?

Places to visit in Koraput

Handicrafts of Koraput epitomize the vibrant thoughts and adroit creativity of the tribal people- the effects that make these handicrafts distinguished. The beautiful, vegetable-dyed shawl and saris woven by ‘Mirgan’ community are Koraput’s signature craft, nationwide acclaimed and prominent globally for their magnificent exquisiteness and exceptional artistry. Besides this, there are added crafts varying from terracotta to metal work. In this breathtaking soil of splendor and gift an Art exhibition-cum-Artists camp on countryside and indigenous approach to life is fairly befitting which will depict its marvels in canvas. Besides, the region is widely renowned for the affluent conventional fine art, craft and sewing etc. To bestow the artists and create a spotlight to the external world and also a possibility to swap over their thoughts with the artists of other districts, a Craft mela is held in the district which puts in show the crafts of the tribals.


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