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Chilika Lake, Orissa
Located about 100 km from Bhubaneswar and spread over an area of 1,100 sq km, Chilika is the largest brackish water lake in the country. Also called the Honeymooners' Paradise by some, Chilika Lake is dotted with a number of islands and the area attracts a large number of migratory birds.
About 45 km away is Gopalpur-on-Sea, a peaceful seaside resort and a great place to spend your day on the quiet beach sprinkled with coconut and casuarina groves.
If dolphins are what you want to see then head to Satpada Island. Mornings are the best time to visit the island which is located where the Chilika Lake meets the Bay of Bengal.
Where to stay
The Orissa Tourism Development Corporation offers accommodation at Rambha, Barkul and Satpada. For details, check www.panthanivas.com.
How to get there
Bhubaneswar is the closest airport, about 100 km away.
The closest railheads are at Balugaon, about seven km from Barkul, and Puri, about 50 km from Satpada. Barkul, Satpada and Rambha are the three entry points to Chilika Lake.
Regular buses and taxis are available from Puri and Bhubaneshwar.
Also see: Orissa's secret caves
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