ABOUT BERHAMPUR:

• The ‘Silk City’ of Orissa is an important commercial center of the region.
• Well known for fine work on gold ornaments of southern design and delicious cuisine.

ACCESSIBILITY:

• Airport : Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI), 179 kms distance from Berhampur.
• Rail        : Well Connected.
• Road      : Well connected with NH 5.

For more information visit https://odishatourism.gov.in/content/tourism/en/discover/major-cities/brahmapur.html

FAIRS AND FESTIVALS:

Dusserah:

• On this day Rama killed Ravana as per the Holy Scriptures.
• Also called 'Vijaya Dasami'.
• It happens generally month of September / October.

HANDICRAFTS OF THE REGION:

Brass & Bell Metal:

• Fine engravings on brass and bell metal utensils, bronze bangles.
• Pots are important aspects of Orissan art.
• Artifacts made of metal, particularly brass, find pride of place in the homes of Orissa.

Horn Work:

• Articles of Orissa are mystical and polished smooth and then shaped into various Corms.
• Cranes, lobsters, scorpions and birds made of horn are finished to a nicety.

AROUND BERHAMPUR:

Aryapalli:

• 30 kms from Berhampur.
• Famous for charming beach and bracing climate.
• The Sun, Surf and Sand amongst the green casuarina plantations a nature-loving tourist can enjoy.

Gopalpur-on-Sea:

• 16 kms from Berhampur.
• The tranquil sea side town has emerged as a fine beach resort.
• A trip to Gopalpur-on-sea is a rewarding experience of sun and sea, fun and frolick.

Taptapani Hot Springs:

• 50 kms from Berhampur.

• The water springs amidast lush forests are worth visiting.
• The hot water is channelized to a pond nearby to facilitate comfortable bathing.

Taratarini:

• 32 kms from Berhampur.
• Hill top temple of Taratarini, the twin Goddesses, is endowed with immense natural beauty.
• The scenic beauty is further enhanced by river Rushikulya.