Apart from Konark Sun Temple, there are many beautiful places in Puri, definitely visit these places, the journey will become memorable.

Travel News Desk!!! Odisha is a beautiful and charming state of India. The attractions of this state include beaches, picturesque temples and beautiful tourist places that add to the beauty. Almost everyone knows about the Jagannath Puri Temple, Konark Sun Temple, Chilka Lake and Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves located in this state. Are. Thousands of domestic and foreign tourists visit these places every day.

Chandragiri of Odisha is such a unique place about which very few people know. In this article, we are going to tell you about the specialty of Chandragiri and some of the best places present here. Chandragiri is a city in Gajapati district of Odisha. Many people also know him by the name of Jirang. Chandragiri is said to be one of the cities in the state where Tibetans live in large numbers.

Due to the presence of Tibetan people, Chandragiri is considered a popular tourist destination throughout Odisha. The greenery of Chandragiri also attracts tourists a lot. The peaceful environment here also attracts a lot of tourists. There are many Buddhist monasteries here, which are no less than a holy religious place to see.

When it comes to visiting some amazing and amazing places in and around Chandragiri, the name of Mahendragiri Mountain definitely comes in the first place. Mahendragiri Mountain is the second highest peak of Odisha. The lush green view of the hills here attracts tourists. Mahendragiri Mountain is also considered a sacred mountain. According to mythology, this mountain peak is related to Ramayana, Mahabharata and Puranas. Many people believe that Lord Parshuram used to perform penance on Mahendragiri mountain. Mahendragiri hills are also known for many extinct trees and plants.

Just as Chandragiri is famous for its beauty, similarly Chandragiri is also famous for the Buddhist monastery present here. For the locals, Chandragiri Buddhist Monastery is the gateway to heaven. According to local people, this Buddhist monastery protects from many disasters. Inside the Chandragiri Buddhist Monastery, about 23 feet high bronze statue of Lord Buddha is installed. It is said that next to Lord Buddha, there are also idols of Lord Avalokiteshvara and Lord Padmasambhava. Let us tell you that there are many beautiful pictures related to the life of Mahatma Buddha on the walls of the monastery.

Mahendragarh is a beautiful and charming village located at a short distance from Chandragiri. This entire village is surrounded by greenery. It is said that there are three more such beautiful villages around Mahendragarh village. The entire area of ​​Mahendragarh and three other villages is known as the 'Land of Wealth and Abundance'. These four villages are also called Mini Tibet. Paintings related to Lord Buddha can be seen on the walls of almost all the houses present in these places.

Chandragiri is no less than heaven for nature lovers. After reaching this city, you will see greenery everywhere. The greenery here is at its peak during winter and rainy season. Along with enjoying the Tibetan culture in Chandragiri, you can also enjoy trekking and hiking in the forests here. You can also do memorable photography in the greenery here.