Mayurbhanj (Baripada & Khiching)
A tribal-royal district beyond Simlipal, with Odisha's second-biggest Rath Yatra
The district town of Baripada hosts one of India's oldest chariot festivals outside Puri, while nearby Khiching holds the ruins of an ancient temple capital -- both distinct from the Simlipal forest that shares the district.
- Duration
- 2 days
- Estimated cost
- ₹8,000 - ₹15,000
- Best time to visit
- October to February
- Nearest hub
- Mayurbhanj
- Good for
- Family, Friends, Couples
CulturePhotographyUnder ₹10,000₹10,000 - ₹25,000
2-day itinerary for Mayurbhanj (Baripada & Khiching)
Day 1: Baripada
- Baripada town and the historic Rath Yatra route
- Mayurbhanj royal palace
Day 2: Khiching
- Khiching temple ruins and museum
- Departure
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