{"id":3768,"date":"2024-10-21T07:58:30","date_gmt":"2024-10-21T07:58:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/orissatours.com\/?page_id=3768"},"modified":"2026-04-01T18:28:25","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T18:28:25","slug":"kalahandi-tourism","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/orissatours.com\/ot\/kalahandi-tourism\/","title":{"rendered":"Kalahandi Tourism"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"3768\" class=\"elementor elementor-3768\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f358a14 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"f358a14\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2b507be e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2b507be\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9125671 rankmath-breadcrumb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9125671\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Home<\/span><\/p><\/nav>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5291070 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5291070\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9fb7354 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9fb7354\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ba918ea e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ba918ea\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-731f0f5 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"731f0f5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-851f865 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"851f865\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Overview of Kalahandi Tourism<\/h2><p>Kalahandi, located in southwestern Odisha, is a nature-centric destination renowned for its lush forests, cascading waterfalls, and rich tribal culture. Key attractions include Phurli Jharan, Rabandhara waterfall, and the scenic Kalahandi Nature Camp. It offers a blend of eco-tourism, historical significance, and traditional festivals like Chatar Yatra.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-675954b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"675954b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>Eastern India, Odisha<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Nickname<\/strong><\/td><td>Land of Natural Beauty &amp; Tribal Heritage<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Historical<\/strong><\/td><td>Known for ancient civilizations and archaeological sites like Asurgarh, reflecting early urban settlements and rich tribal history<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Population (as of 2025\u20132026)<\/strong><\/td><td>18 \u2013 20 lakh (district-level estimate based on growth trends)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Main Attraction<\/strong><\/td><td>Maa Manikeswari Temple<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Nearby Landmark<\/b><\/td><td>Indravati Dam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Major Religion<\/strong><\/td><td>Hinduism (majority), along with significant tribal and indigenous belief systems<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-549fa2f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"549fa2f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6e80650 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6e80650\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Famous Tourist Places in Kalahandi District<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5e9534a elementor-icon-list--layout-traditional elementor-list-item-link-full_width elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-list\" data-id=\"5e9534a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-list.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"elementor-icon-list-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Phurlijharan Waterfall<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Dokarichanchara Waterfall<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Ampani Hills<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\"> Belkhandi Temple<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Manikeshwari Temple<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Asurgarh Fort<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Rabandhara Waterfall<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Junagarh<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Bhawanipatna<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Indravati Reservoir<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Kalahandi Palace<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Lanjigarh<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Thuamul Rampur<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-328ceee e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"328ceee\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1f06ada elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1f06ada\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Historical &amp; Archaeological Heritage<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-918d97b e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"918d97b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d9f30ee elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d9f30ee\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Kalahandi is one of the most historically rich districts in Odisha, known for its deep-rooted cultural legacy and ancient civilizations. The region was once part of powerful dynasties like the Mahameghavahana and the Nala rulers, leaving behind a strong historical imprint.<\/p><p>A major highlight is the archaeological site of Asurgarh, believed to date back to the early historic period. Excavations here have revealed fortifications, pottery, and evidence of an advanced settlement, making it a key attraction for history enthusiasts.<\/p><p>The district is also home to ancient temples, ruins, and tribal heritage that reflect a unique blend of indigenous culture and classical Indian traditions. Kalahandi\u2019s past offers a fascinating glimpse into Odisha\u2019s lesser-explored historical landscape.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-720daf5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"720daf5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Religious Significance<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-59e7fa8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"59e7fa8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Kalahandi is a prominent spiritual destination, especially known for its revered temples and vibrant festivals. The famous Maa Manikeswari Temple is the spiritual heart of the district. Dedicated to Goddess Manikeswari, this temple attracts thousands of devotees, especially during the grand Chhatar Yatra festival.<\/p><p>Another significant site is the Phurlijharan Waterfall, which is not only a natural wonder but also holds religious importance for locals who consider it sacred.<\/p><p>The district\u2019s tribal communities also follow unique spiritual practices, adding to the diversity of religious traditions. Festivals, rituals, and temple visits offer visitors a deep cultural and spiritual experience.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-43adab3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"43adab3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Economy &amp; Industrial Growth<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a1726b9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a1726b9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Kalahandi has undergone significant transformation in recent years, evolving from a primarily agrarian region into a growing economic hub. Agriculture remains the backbone of the economy, with crops like rice, maize, and pulses being widely cultivated.<\/p><p>In addition, irrigation projects like the Indravati Dam have boosted agricultural productivity and water management in the region.<\/p><p>The district is also witnessing industrial growth, particularly in sectors like mining, small-scale industries, and agro-based businesses. Government initiatives and infrastructure development are gradually improving employment opportunities and economic conditions, making Kalahandi a region on the rise.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-374bc5c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"374bc5c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b86c660 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image-box\" data-id=\"b86c660\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-image-box-wrapper\"><div class=\"elementor-image-box-content\"><h2 class=\"elementor-image-box-title\">Best Time to Visit Kalahandi<\/h2><p class=\"elementor-image-box-description\">The best time to visit Kalahandi is between November and March as it is very pleasant during this season.\n<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e23a5bd elementor-widget elementor-widget-image-box\" data-id=\"e23a5bd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-image-box-wrapper\"><div class=\"elementor-image-box-content\"><h2 class=\"elementor-image-box-title\">Weather of Kalahandi<\/h2><p class=\"elementor-image-box-description\">The climate of the Kalahandi district is extreme. It is dry except for a couple of months when monsoon hits. Maximum temperature can soar beyond 45 degrees centigrade. The minimum temperature recorded is around 4 degrees centigrade. <\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3190fd9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3190fd9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-597dfed elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"597dfed\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How to Reach Kalahandi, Odisha<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-771f0e3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"771f0e3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-515ec6f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"515ec6f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0501e64 elementor-view-default elementor-position-block-start elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"0501e64\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-walking\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M208 96c26.5 0 48-21.5 48-48S234.5 0 208 0s-48 21.5-48 48 21.5 48 48 48zm94.5 149.1l-23.3-11.8-9.7-29.4c-14.7-44.6-55.7-75.8-102.2-75.9-36-.1-55.9 10.1-93.3 25.2-21.6 8.7-39.3 25.2-49.7 46.2L17.6 213c-7.8 15.8-1.5 35 14.2 42.9 15.6 7.9 34.6 1.5 42.5-14.3L81 228c3.5-7 9.3-12.5 16.5-15.4l26.8-10.8-15.2 60.7c-5.2 20.8.4 42.9 14.9 58.8l59.9 65.4c7.2 7.9 12.3 17.4 14.9 27.7l18.3 73.3c4.3 17.1 21.7 27.6 38.8 23.3 17.1-4.3 27.6-21.7 23.3-38.8l-22.2-89c-2.6-10.3-7.7-19.9-14.9-27.7l-45.5-49.7 17.2-68.7 5.5 16.5c5.3 16.1 16.7 29.4 31.7 37l23.3 11.8c15.6 7.9 34.6 1.5 42.5-14.3 7.7-15.7 1.4-35.1-14.3-43zM73.6 385.8c-3.2 8.1-8 15.4-14.2 21.5l-50 50.1c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.8 0 45.3s32.7 12.5 45.2 0l59.4-59.4c6.1-6.1 10.9-13.4 14.2-21.5l13.5-33.8c-55.3-60.3-38.7-41.8-47.4-53.7l-20.7 51.5z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBy Road\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tKalahandi is well-connected by road to major cities in Odisha and neighboring states. Regular buses and private vehicles operate from cities like Bhubaneswar, Raipur, and Sambalpur. National and state highways provide smooth connectivity to Bhawanipatna, the district headquarters.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fd3dcf5 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"fd3dcf5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-082c59e elementor-view-default elementor-position-block-start elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"082c59e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plane-departure\" viewBox=\"0 0 640 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M624 448H16c-8.84 0-16 7.16-16 16v32c0 8.84 7.16 16 16 16h608c8.84 0 16-7.16 16-16v-32c0-8.84-7.16-16-16-16zM80.55 341.27c6.28 6.84 15.1 10.72 24.33 10.71l130.54-.18a65.62 65.62 0 0 0 29.64-7.12l290.96-147.65c26.74-13.57 50.71-32.94 67.02-58.31 18.31-28.48 20.3-49.09 13.07-63.65-7.21-14.57-24.74-25.27-58.25-27.45-29.85-1.94-59.54 5.92-86.28 19.48l-98.51 49.99-218.7-82.06a17.799 17.799 0 0 0-18-1.11L90.62 67.29c-10.67 5.41-13.25 19.65-5.17 28.53l156.22 98.1-103.21 52.38-72.35-36.47a17.804 17.804 0 0 0-16.07.02L9.91 230.22c-10.44 5.3-13.19 19.12-5.57 28.08l76.21 82.97z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBy Air\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe nearest airport is Swami Vivekananda Airport (~250 km). Another option is Biju Patnaik International Airport (~400 km). From the airport, taxis and buses are available to reach Kalahandi.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fcf0e01 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"fcf0e01\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c2f77f elementor-view-default elementor-position-block-start elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"0c2f77f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-train\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M448 96v256c0 51.815-61.624 96-130.022 96l62.98 49.721C386.905 502.417 383.562 512 376 512H72c-7.578 0-10.892-9.594-4.957-14.279L130.022 448C61.82 448 0 403.954 0 352V96C0 42.981 64 0 128 0h192c65 0 128 42.981 128 96zm-48 136V120c0-13.255-10.745-24-24-24H72c-13.255 0-24 10.745-24 24v112c0 13.255 10.745 24 24 24h304c13.255 0 24-10.745 24-24zm-176 64c-30.928 0-56 25.072-56 56s25.072 56 56 56 56-25.072 56-56-25.072-56-56-56z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBy Train\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe nearest railway station is Kesinga Railway Station, located about 20 km from Bhawanipatna. It is well-connected to major cities like Bhubaneswar, Visakhapatnam, and Raipur. Local transport options like autos and taxis are available from the station.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9ffa40a e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"9ffa40a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b7c7699 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b7c7699\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Things to Do in Kalahandi<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-39cc8dd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"39cc8dd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Kalahandi offers a mix of cultural, natural, and spiritual experiences for visitors:<\/p><ul><li>Visit the sacred Maa Manikeswari Temple and participate in local festivals<\/li><li>Explore the ancient ruins at Asurgarh<\/li><li>Enjoy the scenic beauty of Phurlijharan Waterfall<\/li><li>Discover tribal culture, handicrafts, and traditional lifestyles<\/li><li>Experience local markets and authentic Odia cuisine<\/li><li>Visit dams, rivers, and forest areas for nature exploration<\/li><\/ul><p>It\u2019s an ideal destination for travelers looking for offbeat and culturally immersive experiences.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1194e4e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1194e4e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Travel Tips for Visitors<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-99d7d08 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"99d7d08\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Planning a trip to Kalahandi? Keep these tips in mind:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Best Time to Visit:<\/strong> October to February for pleasant weather<\/li><li><strong>Carry Essentials:<\/strong> Water, sunscreen, and comfortable footwear<\/li><li><strong>Respect Local Culture:<\/strong> Especially in tribal areas and temples<\/li><li><strong>Transport:<\/strong> Hire local taxis or use buses for easy travel within the district<\/li><li><strong>Accommodation:<\/strong> Basic hotels are available in Bhawanipatna<\/li><li><strong>Connectivity:<\/strong> Mobile network may be limited in remote areas<\/li><\/ul><p>Being prepared will ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-63b178b elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"63b178b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Why Visit Kalahandi?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1358138 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1358138\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b7624ce elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b7624ce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Kalahandi is a destination that offers a unique blend of history, spirituality, and natural beauty. Unlike crowded tourist hubs, it provides a peaceful and authentic travel experience.<\/p><p>From ancient archaeological sites and sacred temples to waterfalls and tribal culture, Kalahandi has something for every traveler. It\u2019s perfect for those seeking to explore Odisha beyond the usual tourist trail.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re looking for a destination rich in culture and untouched beauty, Kalahandi is definitely worth visiting.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9d20417 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"9d20417\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fc70145 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fc70145\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"3413\" class=\"elementor elementor-3413\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-89e1530 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"89e1530\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-89ad97c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"89ad97c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-67e7282 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"67e7282\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">List of Districts of Odisha<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-424882e district elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"424882e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li><a href=\"\/angul-tourism\/\">Angul Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/boudh-tourism\/\">Boudh Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/balangir-tourism\/\">Balangir Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/bargarh-tourism\/\">Bargarh Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/balasore-tourism\/\">Balasore Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/bhadrak-tourism\/\">Bhadrak Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/cuttack-tourism\/\">Cuttack Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/deogarh-tourism\/\">Deogarh Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/dhenkanal-tourism\/\">Dhenkanal Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/ganjam-tourism\/\">Ganjam Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/gajapati-tourism\/\">Gajapati Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/jharsuguda-tourism\/\">Jharsuguda Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/jajpur-tourism\/\">Jajpur Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/jagatsinghpur-tourism\/\">Jagatsinghpur Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/khordha-tourism\/\">Khordha Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/keonjhar-tourism\/\">Keonjhar Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/kalahandi-tourism\/\">Kalahandi Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/kandhamal-tourism\/\">Kandhamal Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/koraput-tourism\/\">Koraput Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/kendrapara-tourism\/\">Kendrapara Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/malkangiri-tourism\/\">Malkangiri Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/mayurbhanj-tourism\/\">Mayurbhanj Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/nabrangpur-tourism\/\">Nabrangpur Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/nuapada-tourism\/\">Nuapada Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/nayagarh-tourism\/\">Nayagarh Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/puri-tourism\/\">Puri Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/rayagada-tourism\/\">Rayagada Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/sambalpur-tourism\/\">Sambalpur Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/subarnapur-tourism\/\">Subarnapur Tourism<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/sundargarh-tourism\/\">Sundargarh Tourism<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-351f633 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"351f633\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-276a8e3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"276a8e3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Map of District Kalahandi, Odisha<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6a98f4f elementor-widget elementor-widget-google_maps\" data-id=\"6a98f4f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"google_maps.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-custom-embed\">\n\t\t\t<iframe 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