Odisha is best known for its marvellous temples, splendid sea beaches, gorge of Mahanadi, dense forest and above all its rich heritage. One can hardly dream of a place here in Odisha where mercury drops to 0°C in winter and sudden snowfall in January – yes, its DARINGBADI, the ‘Kashmir of Odisha’. Situated 3,000 ft above sea level, Daringbadi is surrounded by beautiful valleys and plateaus and dotted with pine forests, coffee and pepper gardens with series of wonderful waterfalls – Daringbadi waterfall, Putudi waterfall, Dadubaba waterfall and Ludu waterfall. Daringbadi is the ‘crowning glory’ to the state of Odisha and became one of the most popular destination for nature lovers.
This peaceful little hill station in Odisha has been popular since the pre-independence era. It was named after a British officer, Daring Sahab who had been entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing the area.Daringbadi provides an eternal mix of Cultural, Tribal and Nature tourism. One of the oldest tribes of India ‘KutiaKondhas’, after whom Kondhamal district is named, live here. The place is an inimitable combination of tranquillity, greenery, and beautiful landscapes.
One can feel the refreshing cool breeze while trekking along the hilly trails. The lush green forest, scenic plateaus, beautiful valleys and the waterfalls will undoubtedly mesmerise the visitors. The cold and temperate weather conditions of the area are perfect for travellers. A Daringbadi tour package is ideal for all those whose souls are wearied by the hustle and bustle of urban life.
Daringbadi is a place of must visit unless one may lose his/her lifetime tourism venture. There is no shortage of activities that one can indulge in at Daringbadi. It is a gorgeous spot for sighting feathered beauties and hence, is often frequented by avid birdwatchers. There are ample migratory birds that can be spotted in the hills of Daringbadi. Every tourist who visits this picturesque locale goes back with a bag full of memories.
By Rail: The nearest station is Behrampur, situated approximately 120 Kms away. A private vehicle easily takes you to Daringbadi within 3 hours.
By Road: From Bhubaneswar, this place is 251 Kms and is frequently connected by bus services or you can hire private vehicles as well.
By Air: Biju Patnaik airport is the nearest one. The distance between the two is 246 Kms and takes around 5 hrs by a private vehicle