Hirakud Dam
The greatest thing is that it is the longest earthen dams in the world. The dam covered a area of 25.8 kilometers across the Mahanadi River and its construction was completed in 1957. The dam creates a large lake which helps in controlling flood and electricity generation.
Samaleswari Temple
It is a very important Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Samaleswari. The temple is known for its religious importance and architectural beauty making it one of the best Sambalpur tourist places.
Sambalpur University
The campus is known for its green and beautiful environment which creates a pleasant atmosphere for learning which make it a must to explore Sambalpur tourist places.
Huma Temple (Leaning Temple of Huma)
The Huma Temple is a unique and interesting spot also known as the leaning temple of Huma. The temple is famous for un unusual leaning structure which looks interesting because of its tilted position.
Ghanteswari Temple
Ghanteswari Temple is a very important Hindu temple which is dedicated totally to the Goddess Ghanteswari. It is also known for its unique bells that are hanging around the temple.
Deer Park
Deer park is a very peaceful spot in Sambalpur where visitors can see many species of deer in their natural habitat. The park offers sufficient space for deer's to walk freely and graze.
Gandhi Minar
It was build to honor Mahatma Gandhi who was a famous leader in India's freedom struggle. Visiting the minar is great as it offers lovely panoramic views of the dam and its surroundings which make it a popular tourist spot for visitors.
Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary
Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its rich biodiversity and beautiful surroundings. The sancturary is a home to many wildlife animals like deer, leopards, tigers and many beautiful bird species.
Budharaja Temple
Budharaka temple is a small but a very important temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is located at the top of a hill therefore visitors needs to climb many stairs to reach the temple which is surrounded by a lot of greenery.
Chiplima
Chiplima is primarily known for its beautiful landscapes and natural beauty. Its major attraction is the Chiplima Hydro Electric Project which uses the power of Mahanadi river to generate electricity.
Cattle Island
This small island gets this name because it has a group of wild cattle that live here. When the Hirakud Dam was build, some cattle were left on a small island in the reservoir. The interesting things is that these cattle have since lived happily on the island.
Ushakothi Wildlife Sanctuary
It is a beautiful wildlife sanctuary and known for its wildlife animals and a lot of greenery. The sanctuary is home to many wildlife animals like deer, tigers, and leopards. It also has many lovely bird species which make it a great spot for bird watching.