About Sishupalgarh Fort:

Sishupalgarh Fort is one of the largest and best historic fortification in India. It is situated in Khurda District in Odisha. According to archaeologists the city is said to be at least 2,500 years. This is one of the beautiful and peaceful site. This is considered to be the best place for tourism and in Khurda district it is known for its beauty. Here you can see 18 stone pillars, pottery, earthenware and bangles, finger rings, ear spools and pendants.

Location information Sishupalgarh Fort:

Address: It is located Khurda District in Odisha, Mahaveer Nagar, Bhubaneswar.District – Balasore, Odisha 751002.

Climate/Weather in Sishupalgarh Fort:

Summer – March to MayAverage Minimum Temperature – 36° CAverage Minimum Temperature – 24° CAverage Precipitation – 40 mmMonsoon – June to OctoberAverage Minimum Temperature – 32° CAverage Minimum Temperature – 25° CAverage Precipitation – 220 mmSummer – March to MayAverage Minimum Temperature – 28° CAverage Minimum Temperature – 17° CAverage Precipitation – 23 mm

History of Sishupalgarh Fort:

According to archaeologists the city is said to be at least 2,500 years. This was ruined fortification in Khurda District. Archaeologists have discovered in their quest that this fort was developed between the city between the third century BC and the fourth century AD. It is believed that a salvaged settlement, which is discovered on site arising during the Mauryan Empire, is hollowed out from two gates at each door, which increases to a height of 90 meters. Some historians consider this site to be developed in Ashoka times, because Sispalgarh mentions in the Udaagiri the inscription about the Ghumpha inscription.

Languages in Sishupalgarh Fort:

Here mainly used four languages for communication:-OdiaHindiHindiBengali

Interesting things See and Find Sishupalgarh Fort:

You can see architectural pattern and artefacts discovered during the early excavations.You can find Sisupalgarh a Hati Gumpha inscription at Udaigiri.Here you can see you can see largest and best historic fortification in India.You can see 18 stone pillars, pottery, terracotta ornaments and bangles, finger rings, ear spools and pendants made of clay.

How to reach Sishupalgarh Fort?

Flight – Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA).Railways – Khurda Road Junction railway station.Bus and Other Ways – ANDHRA BANK, Near New Bus Stand, Khurda, 752056. Taxi and vehicles available.

Nearest Visiting places from Sishupalgarh Fort:

Mangalajodi : It is situated Mangalajodi, Khurda district Odisha and Mangalajodi is an oldest village. This village attracts visitors its scenic beauty and its huge lakes.

Hot Spring of Khordha This place is situated 35 kms from Bhubaneswar and 10 Km from khurda and 20 kms from khurda road. Here water in the spring is approximately 60 degree celsius hot. You can come here and take the experience.

Maa Barunei Temple : This temple is situated at about 150 ft high of the Barunei hill and this temple is dedicated to Goddess Barunei and Goddess Karunei.

Udayagiri Caves : It is historical sites. Here you can find the elephant caves of large numbers and here also 18 rock cut caves.

Mukteswara Temple : This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Gateway of the temple is so beautifully carved.

ISKCON Temple : This temple is amazing and very peaceful and this temple is dedicated to lord Radhekrishna here you can recommended for peace of your mind and soul.

Rajarani Temple : This temple is popular for its beautiful art, architecture and it has very large beautiful gardens.

Nearest Petrol Pump near by Sishupalgarh Fort:

Indian Oil Petrol PumpAddress: Paniora, Post Office Palaspur, Chandaka, Khordha, Bhubaneshwar.HP Petrol PumpAddress: Bhatkhuri, NH 5, Khordha District, Odisha.Indian Oil Petrol PumpNear Jagalai Temple, Jatni, Puri District, Odisha

Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation near by Sishupalgarh Fort:

Godwit Eco Cottage: Address: PO: Mangalajodi, Tangi | Mangalajodi, Tangi, Khurda 752023, IndiaHotel Southcity: Address: Plot No – 52/1623, Bhubaneswar 751019, IndiaHotel Kharavela : Address: 209 Plot No, Bhubaneswar 751030, IndiaThe Idol Paradise: Address: No – 68 Plot, Bhubaneswar 751030, IndiaHotel Annapurna: Address: N5/525 Hospital Road, Bhubaneswar 751015, IndiaPI Guest House : Address: BDA Duplex PI Guest House HB Colony, Bhubaneswar 751003, IndiaHotel Airport Inn : Address: Soubhagya Nagar, Near Delta Square, Bhubaneswar 751003, IndiaHotel Taj Palace : Address: 148, Bapuji Nagar, Bhubaneswar 751009, India

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Best time to visit November to March.

Help Line/Phone Number in Sishupalgarh Fort:

Supdt. of Police: 06755 220535Capital Hospital: 0674 239 1983District Magistrate Office: 06755 220 001Khurda Road Junction railway station: 088956 63450Bus Stand: 0675-223366Links: