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Dhabaleswar Island

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Lake & Backwater
4.5 / 5
  • Timings : 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Entry Fee : No fee
  • Distance from near by city 14.7 KMs From Cuttack
  • Trip duration (including travel in hours)1 - 2 Hours
  • Transportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
  • Travel Tips None

Dhabaleswar Island is a peaceful and beautiful island in the Mahanadi River. It is near to the Indian city of Cuttack. People know the Island for its calm atmosphere, lush greenery, and old temples. It covers an area with many plants and a river running through it, making it a peaceful place for travellers and tourists. 

The Dhabaleswar Temple is in the middle of the Island. It is in honour of Lord Shiva. It has beautiful stone carvings and thousands of years of history. Another main attraction is the suspension bridge that leads to the Island. It has a great view of the river and its banks. Dhabaleswar Island is one of the best places to visit in Cuttack.

During many religious holidays, especially Shivaratri, the Island is decorated with lights and filled with worshipers, which makes it even more beautiful. The place is a must-visit during the Cuttack tour package.

The Indian state of Odisha is home to Dhabaleswar Island, surrounded by beautiful and peaceful nature. The Island has a past and has had many spiritual tourists for years. It is famous for the Dhabaleswar Temple, where people worship Lord Shiva. According to the local people, the building is about 500 years old. It has now become a spiritual centre and a popular tourist spot. People also believe that the place has some mythological stories.

In the past, Dhabaleswar Island wasn't a trendy vacation spot. Religious people and people from nearby areas mostly visited it. The place became popular when tourism and cultural interest grew in India's many religious places. It made the Island more well-known.

Why is Dhabaleswar famous?

People love Dhabaleswar because it has a temple for Lord Shiva on a hill in the middle of the Mahanadi River. The temple is on a rock in the river near Mancheswar village in Athagarh block. It has stone carvings from the 10th and 11th centuries.

How long will the new bridge in Dhabaleswar be?

The bridge is 276 metres long and 6.2 metres wide. Construction started in 2021, and the amount spent is Rs. 22.28 crore. It connects Mancheswar village to the Dhabaleswar temple. In addition, two roads are in link with the bridge. 

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