Taptapani
The bubbling hot spring of Taptapani lies deep in the forests
and high on a hill around 50 km from Berhampur. The waters,
believed to have medicinal properties, are also piped directly
into the bathrooms of the Pantha Niwas (tourist bungalow).
The beauty of the rolling tribal inhabited hills is an added
bonus.
Tarabalo
In the Nayagarh district, Tarabalo is famous for a cluster
of hot springs dotted over an area of 8 acres. Located 75
km from Bhubaneswar, it makes a delightful spot for outings
and picnics.
Atri
Situated about 42 km from Bhubaneswar, Atri is best known
for its hot sulphur springs and the famous Shrine Lord Hatakeswar
temple. The waters of the spring remain at a constant 55
degrees-Centigrade (131 degrees F) and are believed to have
medicinal properties. Tourists can enjoy steam bath in the
Bathing Complex, located close to the spring. The winding
highway leading to Atri is lined with neem (margosa), banyan,
and peepul trees, and passes through scenic rural countryside
making even the drive here a delightful experience.
Deulajhari
90 km from Angul, near Athamalik, are the famed hot springs
of Deulajhari. The hot spring seems to flow from the bottom
of a Shiva Linga, and is channelised to 36 ponds on the
outskirts of the Shiva temple. Believed to contain medicinal
properties, a bath in the spring has religious importance
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