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Ghagra Water Fall

Ghagra Water Fall

Ghagra situated at a distance of 8 K.M. from Belpahari under Belpahari Gram Panchayat in the midst of wild greenery and rocky pedestal is a sight of amazing beauty. The gurgling streams of Ghagra lashing against the craggy rocks offer the visitors a rare glimpse of nature’s glory. Ghagra, a small waterfall attracts the visitors for its uncanny splendour and majestic flow of unfettered water currents. The rustic environs, enigmatic bushes and overarching rocks lend an inexplicable aura to the place. This is the place where once the shooting of the Bengali film “Behula Lakhindar” took place. The rustic innocence of the people leaves a deep impact on the hearts of the motley visitors. During rainy season the beauty of the Ghagra Water Fall comes in its manifold grandeur. Hordes of people throng to the place to have impromptu picnic and get-together.

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Ghagra Water fall

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Ghagra Water fall

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Ghagra Water fall

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Ghagra Water fall

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Ghagra Water falls

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Ghagra Water falls

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Ghagra Water falls

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Ghagra Water falls

Garrasini Ashram

Garrasini Ashram

Garrasini Ashram located at the feet of the Garrasini Hill is dotted with thick forests & mazy paths. People from various walks of life travel to this place to spend their time in serene meditation as the Ashram is a centre of spiritual gospels and practices. Inspired by the ideals of Lahiri Maharaj and Swami Yogananda the centre offers the pilgrims unique opportunity of basking in spiritual enlightenment. Every year a religious Utsab is held in the Bengali month “Agrahayan” at the Garrasini Ashram where people sit in deep meditation and enjoy the bliss of solitude. Far from the madding crowd Garrasini Hill is haven of colourful birds which spread the message of eternal joy.

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Garrasini Ashram

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Garrasini Ashram

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Garrasini Ashram

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Garrasini Ashram

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Garrasini Ashram

Kankrajhore Forest

Kankrajhore Forest

Kankrajhore enveloped by verdant forest and amazing skyline leaves one mesmerised by the sheer chastity of nature’s elegance. Kankrajhore, 25 K.M. away from Belpahari allures visitors by its abundant growth of woods and undulating hilly terrain. Mazy paths criss-crossing wild greenery leading to Kankrajhore is something one can cherish forever. Kankrajhore is also a familiar haunt for those who want to familiarize themselves with the unique and interesting facets of tribal lives. The teeming populace of tribals engaged in their household chores offer the visitors a rare opportunity to have a first-hand insight into the rich cultural heritage of the tribal community. Droves of visitors have the lure of staying with the local tribals in their well-carved houses sharing their staple diet and indulging in their folklores.

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Kankrajhor

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Kankrajhor

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Kankrajhor

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Kankrajhor

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Kankrajhor

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Kankrajhor

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Kankrajhor

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Kankrajhor

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Kankrajhor

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Kankrajhor

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Kankrajhor

Tarafeni Barrage

Tarafeni Barrage

Tarafeni Barrage under Belpahari Gram Panchayat is another attractive place where public get enthralled at the sight of impetuous sway of the river currents against the rocky boulders, particularly during rainy season. It is the place where the visitors gaze on the meandering currents of the river criss-crossing the zig-zag paths. This barrage is an important source of providing drinking water to thousands of the people in the area. Tarafeni river receives its share of water mainly from Mukutmonipur Dam. Its beauty becomes all the more sparkling when the Barrage releases surplus water from the channels and the dancing and leaping currents of water leave one wondering at the marvels of nature. It is at a distance of nearly 5 k.m. from Belpahari.

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Tarafeni Dam

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Tarafeni Dam

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Tarafeni Dam

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Tarafeni Dam

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Tarafeni Dam

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Tarafeni Dam

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Tarafeni Dam

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Tarafeni Dam

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Tarafeni Dam

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Tarafeni Dam

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Tarafeni Dam

Kanaisahar Hill

Kanaisahar Hill

Kanaisahar, 12 k.m. away from Belpahari bordering Jharkhand is simply a sight of rugged beauty. Flanked on each side by dense forest Kanaisahar mountain stands out as a towering glory of nature. Overlooking villages situated at the foot hills teeming with agricultural activity and countrymen attending to their household chores this hilly spot offers a panoramic view. A village mela is held every year in the month of July on the top of the hill. People from far and wide swarm to this place to offer worship to the mountain god. In the mela colourful stalls displaying a wide range of homemade toys, articles and handicraft add to the feverish tempo of the mela. The sight of women carrying their children on their laps and old men, though weighed down by the burden of their age while climbing up & negotiating the steep slopes of Kanaisahar hill creates shivers down the spirit of the onlookers. Kanaisahar offers a rare chance of adventure as well as sightseeing.

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Kanaisahar Hill

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Kanaisahar Hill

Khandarani Dam

Khandarani Dam

The myriad-faceted nature comes in its fullest magnificence when one happens to visit Khandarani Dam cuddled up in captivating forests and ubiquitous expanse of mountains. The murmuring water currents mingled with shimmering sunlight finding their way into the vast swathes of agriculture land through the Dam channels make the onlookers gaze spell-bound at the mystifying marvels of nature. Khandarani Dam snuggled in the lap of pristine nature, only 15 minutes car ride from Belpahari is one of the most attractive places under Binpur-II Dev. Block. The multi-coloured migratory birds defying man-made boundaries swarm to Khandarani Dam and spend their winter in utter abandon and rant the air with their incessant flap and flutter. The luxuriant growth of flora and foliage around Khandarani leaves one with speechless wonder.

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Khandarani Dam

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Khandarani Dam

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Khandarani Dam

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Khandarani Dam

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Khandarani Dam

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Khandarani Dam

Dhangikushum Water fall

Dhangikushum Water fall

Dhangikushum Water fall is a natural beauty under Belpahari regioun.

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

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Dhangikushum, Belpahari

Rameshwar Temple

Rameshwar Temple

Earlier this area was a part of Mayurbhanj princely state. The place was earlier known as Kashipur. Shyamananda Mahaprabhu, a prominent figure in the Vaishnava sect, was being commanded by Shrimati Radha Rani to travel and carry the holy waters of Yamuna to this place and establish a temple since then the village is named after Gopiballav (Sri Krishna). Kashipur came to be known as Gopiballavpur since then. The village houses this old temple since 1400 and its being run and administered by Vaishnava Goswami Families since then. Currently the Mahant is the head of the temple. The temple is known as Shri Radha Govinda Mandir and known to the vaishnavas as "Gupta Vrindavan". It houses the idols of Shri Radha Govind Ji and Smt. Radha Rani along with idols of Jagannatha Mahaprabhu, Balabhadra and Subadhra. An annual Car Festival (Ratha Yatra) is held every year. Gopiballabpur also houses ancient Mahadev Temple where Gajan Mela is held every year. Besides Gajon, Chorok Mela, Snan Jatra, Jhulon Jatra are prominent festivals in the area. The chou dancers from Orissa are brought every year to give performances to audience in these fairs. There are Forest Bungalows in Hatibari, 20 km from Gopiballavpur, which is situated near Bengal, Orissa and Jharkhand border. These bungalows are situated in dense forest and developed for the natural lover to enjoy the wild life with the local forest animals. As this area is well known for the elephant zone spread from Jhargram to Dumla range. Once this forest is also well known for the red zone for Maoist belt .Now the time changes and local people return to mainstream. This place is safe for the tourist; local people are also friendly nature. The combination of river with dense forest in its bank creates an awesome look for the visitors. Rameshwar is another temple in this area.Jhilli dam is near to 10 kilometer from Gopiballavpur.This one of the popular tourist spot in Paschim Medinipur district. The surrounding atmosphere of dense forest and Subarna Rekha River present a marvelous look. This lake or dam converted into bird sanctuary during winter season when the migrated birds from north come here.Rameswar temple of Gopiballavpur is believed that constructed by lord Rama on the request of queen Sita with the help of Vishwakarma.

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Rameshwar Temple Gopiballabpu

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Rameshwar Temple Gopiballabpu

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Rameshwar Temple Gopiballabpu

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Rameshwar Temple Gopiballabpu

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Rameshwar Temple Gopiballabpu

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Rameshwar Temple Gopiballabpu

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Rameshwar Temple Gopiballabpu

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Rameshwar Temple Gopiballabpu

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Rameshwar Temple Gopiballabpu

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Rameshwar Temple Gopiballabpu

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Rameshwar Temple Gopiballabpu

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Rameshwar Temple Gopiballabpu

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Rameshwar Temple Gopiballabpu

Pahkiraloy, Gopiballabpur

Pahkiraloy, Gopiballabpur

Pahkiraloy, Gopiballabpur is known for it natural beauty and birds.

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Pakhiraloy, Gopiballabpur

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Pakhiraloy, Gopiballabpur

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Pakhiraloy, Gopiballabpur

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Pakhiraloy, Gopiballabpur

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Pakhiraloy, Gopiballabpur

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Pakhiraloy, Gopiballabpur

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Pakhiraloy, Gopiballabpur

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Pakhiraloy, Gopiballabpur