About Ranapa Dance:

Ranapa is the most famous dance of the Southern State of Odisha, which is the part of culture. Ranapa literally means a stilt. This dance form is famous for Ganjam District, Odisha. It is perform on the stilt and accompanies by drum music, along with songs related to Lord Krishna childhood stories. This dance form is known everywhere as ‘Ranapa’. Enjoying a rich form in the crowed communities in these areas. Anyway the stunts performed are thrilling to bring happiness but increased heartbeat.
This dance to the accompaniment of music and song without losing balance.

Location infomation of Ranapa Dance:

Address: Ganjam District
Odisha 760001

Climate/Weather in Ranapa Dance:

Summer – March to MayAverage Minimum Temperature – 36° CAverage Minimum Temperature – 24° CAverage Precipitation – 26.6 mmMonsoon – June to OctoberAverage Minimum Temperature – 32° CAverage Minimum Temperature – 25° CAverage Precipitation – 202 mmSummer – March to MayAverage Minimum Temperature – 28° CAverage Minimum Temperature – 17° CAverage Precipitation – 24.75 mm

History Ranapa Dance:

The Ranapa dance form express the skills of material art. The history is replete with example of wars, which brave sons of the soil bravely fought. The “Kalinga war” was a case of exemplary bravery that the people of Odisha fought against Ashoka powerful army in the third BC. Emperor Kharavela established his loyalty by defeating and establishing his state in large parts of India. This dance forms still showcase the spirit of the people.  Heroic exploitation is the remnant of a rich cultural heritage which was once found in ancient times.

Languages in Ranapa Dance:

• Oriya (Odia)
• Hindi
• English
• Bengali
• Maithili

Interesting things to See or find Ranapa Dance:

• You can visit Gopalpur beach, Tampara Lake to see the wonderful view.
• This city has lots of shops and bazar you can go there.

How to reach Ranapa Dance?

Flight – Bhubaneswar is the nearest airport  

Bus – Bhubaneswar is the nearest airport.

Railways – Nearest railway station Ganjam.

Other Ways – Buses and hired cars are available in Berhampur.

Nearest Visiting places from Ranapa Dance:

• Gopalpur Beach: Gopalpur Beach is one of the famous beach in Ganjam District. Gopalpur Beach is also called Sandy Golden Beach in Odisha. There are some food shops selling sea food products around the beach. The Bay of Bengal looks beautiful at this place. This place is a very enjoyable and beautiful with family and friends. The evening time of the beach is wonderful view.
• Tampara Lake: The Tampara Lake is situated in Chatrapur town of Ganjam District. This natural lake is located beside the highway. This is a very fresh water lake, which is used for both fishing and tourism. It is one of the best tourist place of Berhampur. The lake is beautiful and water boats are available.
• Durga Narayani Temple: Durga Narayani Temple is famous temple in Ganjam District. This temple is located in Ganjam District. It nearby to Chilika Lake. This temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga. This place is very nice and beautiful. This temple is main attraction is natural beauty and surrounded with hill and thick forest.
• Kalijai Island: The Kalijai Island is situated on the Chilika Lake, Odisha. This island is surrounded by large Chilika Lake on all sides. This island view is wonderful especially during sunset. In this island there is a temple dedicated to Goddess Kalijai. Boat can be hired to visit the Island.
• Taratarini Temple: The Taratarini temple is famous temple for Ganjam District. This place is related to mythology. This temple is located on the River Rushikulya. This temple is situated in the top of the hill. Temple architecture itself is a spectacle. This place view is wonderful. This temple is also known as Shakti Peetha.

Nearest Petrol Pump near by Ranapa Dance:

• Bharat Petroleum

NH-5, Baharagora Chennai Highway, Girisola, Ganjam, Berhampur, Odisha 761009

• SaI Sreenidhi Fuel Junction

At-chaitanyapada, Kukudakhandi, Ganjam, Bhubaneshwar, Odisha 761101

• Essar Petrol Pump

Ganjam, Brahmapur, Odisha

• Hindustan Petroleum

BH 5 Girisola, Ganjam, Odisha 761009

• Bharat petrol pump

Ganjam, Odisha 761026

• Ms Padmavati Petroleum Indian Oil Petrol Pump

Pathara Purusottampur Road, Berhampur, Berhampur, Odisha 761003

Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation near by Ranapa Dance:

1. Hotel Jyoti Residency
   Add: Old Bus Stand Traffic Checkpost, Ganjam, Berhampur, Odisha 760001
2. Nirupama Taratarini
   Add: Taratarini Hills, Purushottampur, Odisha, 761018
3. Hotel City Palace
   Add: Zenana Hospital Rd, Godavarish Nagar, Brahmapur, Odisha 760001
4. Shankar Bhavan
   Add: Ramalingam Tank Rd, Gandhi Nagar, Brahmapur, Odisha 760001
5. Hotel Kameswari
   Add: Railway Station Rd, Gosani Nuagam, Brahmapur, Odisha 760005
6. Hotel Kalinga
   Add: Ganjam, Odisha 761026
7. Moonlite Hotel
   Add: Baidyanath Nagar, Ayodhya Nagar, Brahmapur, Odisha 760004
8. Nirupama Taratarini
   Add: Taratarini Hills, Purushottampur, Odisha, 761018

Things to carry in near Ranapa Dance:

• Carrying essential water.
• Carry camera you take photos of beautiful place.

Tips & Suggestions in Ranapa Dance:

• The best time to visit and enjoy this view from September.

Help Line/Phone Number in Ranapa Dance:

• Amit Hospital – 094370 61122
• Sankara Eye Hospital – 0680 222 7100
• Christian Hospital – 0680 223 3686
• Brahmapur Sishubhaban – 094380 33030
• Sheragada Police Station – 06822 255 676
• Baidyanathpur Police Station – 081259 95492
• Police Station – 06819 270 145
• Air Ambulance – 096504 32705
• Panchmukhi Train and Air Ambulance Service in Berhampur – 099559 90333

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