Sishupalgarh Fort

Sishupalgarh Fort

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 May
  • Average Minimum Temperature - 36° C
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  • Average Minimum Temperature - 24° C
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  • Average Precipitation - 40 mm
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    Monsoon - June to October
  • Average Minimum Temperature - 32° C
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  • Average Minimum Temperature - 25° C
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  • Average Precipitation - 220 mm
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    Summer - March to May
  • Average Minimum Temperature - 28° C
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  • Average Minimum Temperature - 17° C
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  • Average Precipitation - 23 mm
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    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:-
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  • Odia
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  • Hindi
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  • Hindi
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  • Bengali
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    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 Pump
  • Address: Paniora, Post Office Palaspur, Chandaka, Khordha, Bhubaneshwar.
    • HP Petrol Pump
  • Address: Bhatkhuri, NH 5, Khordha District, Odisha.
    • Indian Oil Petrol Pump
  • Near Jagalai Temple, Jatni, Puri District, Odisha

    • Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation near by Sishupalgarh Fort:

  • Godwit Eco Cottage: Address: PO: Mangalajodi, Tangi | Mangalajodi, Tangi, Khurda 752023, India

  • Hotel Southcity: Address: Plot No - 52/1623, Bhubaneswar 751019, India

  • Hotel Kharavela : Address: 209 Plot No, Bhubaneswar 751030, India

  • The Idol Paradise: Address: No - 68 Plot, Bhubaneswar 751030, India

  • Hotel Annapurna: Address: N5/525 Hospital Road, Bhubaneswar 751015, India

  • PI Guest House : Address: BDA Duplex PI Guest House HB Colony, Bhubaneswar 751003, India

  • Hotel Airport Inn : Address: Soubhagya Nagar, Near Delta Square, Bhubaneswar 751003, India

  • Hotel Taj Palace : Address: 148, Bapuji Nagar, Bhubaneswar 751009, India

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    Tips & Suggestions for Sishupalgarh Fort:
  • Best time to visit November to March.
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    Help Line/Phone Number in Sishupalgarh Fort:
    Supdt. of Police: 06755 220535
    Capital Hospital: 0674 239 1983
    District Magistrate Office: 06755 220 001
    Khurda Road Junction railway station: 088956 63450
    Bus Stand: 0675-223366
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    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...more
    Hot Spring of Khordha
    This place is situated 35 kms from Bhubaneswar and 10 Km from khurda and 20 km from khurda road. Here water in the spring is approximately 60 degree celsius hot. You can come here and take the experience...more
    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...more
    Udayagiri Caves
    It is historical sites. Here you can find the elephant caves of large numbers and here also 18 rock cut caves....more
    Mukteswara Temple
    This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Gateway of the temple is so beautifully carved...more
    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....more
    Rajarani Temple
    This temple is popular for its beautiful art, architecture and it has very large beautiful gardens.