Chilika Lake & Panthanivas, Barkul, Khordha

Chilika Lake has spread over the Puri, Khordha and Ganjam districts state of Odisha. Abundant in natural beauty, the lake is Asia’s largest freshwater lake covering more than 1,100 square kilometres. Fishing, bird watching and boating in the lake are major attractions for tourists in winter. It is a place of entertainment of varieties of residential birds. Many types of birds migrate here from different parts of the world during the winter season. Barkul Chilika Lake is tourist attraction places near Bhubaneswar, Khordha

The environment is calm and vibrant between the blue spread water on one side and the green hills on the other. A large number of tourists come here to enjoy boating during winter. Maa Kalijai temple is located on a small island in Chilika lake. Chilika is the best tourist destination for dolphins in the lake with its lake view and green nature. There are many small and big hotels, Resort, Eco Camp, Desi Dhaba near Chilika lake for tourists. There is a OTDC Water Sports Complex 2 km distance from Chilika lake.  Chikila Lake is a best Picnic spot in Khordha District, Odisha.

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Chilika Lake Openin Time

Chilika Lake opening time is Monday to Sunday 9 am to 5 pm

Best Time to visit

The best time to visit Chilika Lake is October to June month and the winter season.

Nearest Bus Stop

The nearest Bus stop is Balugaon, which is located around 5 KM distance from Chilika Lake

Nearest Railway Station

The Nearest Railway Station is Khordha Balugaon, which is located around 6 KM distance from Barkul Chilika Lake

Nearest Airport

The nearest Airport is Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar, which is located around 105 KM distance from Chilika Lake