RAMBHA

Situated at the southern end of the lagoon Rambha bay is dotted with a number of Islands and because of its enchanting beauty it happend to be the picnic ground of Britishers . The number of inviting islands popping  out of vast stretch of blue water and each Island has got some story to tell. It is an excellent site for Island trip as each island has got some uniqueness. There is a Panthaniwas at Rambha run by OTDC.  The following can be memorable and peaceful destination from Rambha. The local community can conduct the tourists .

BECON ISLAND

Located at 3.0Kms away from Rambha OTDC Bungalow.  It is an architectural marvel with a conical pillar and a small room constructed on a submerged mass of rock in the Rambha bay near Ghantasila hill.  Mr. Snodgrass built this who, the then Collector of Ganjam under the east India Company.  As per the old document Mr. Snodgrass used to relax and do his office work on this island.  The ornamental pillar was constructed to put a light on the top.  The water sperad around the Beacon Island is very charming, surrounded by the eastern ghat

BREAKFAST ISLAND

This island is located in the Rambha Bay  between Badakuda and Somolo island.  It is a pear shaped island.  It is otherwise known as "Sankuda island".  The remnants of a dilapidated bungalow constructed by the king of Kalikote still exist on this island.  Mr. Snodgrass the then Collector of Ganjam used to occupy this Bungalow quite frequently.  The island was full of greenery and he used to do his office work on this island. The flora of the island is quite interesting. A number of interesting rare plants are still found on this Island.

HONEYMOON ISLAND

It is situated in the Rambha Bay near the Sankuda Island.  It is 5 Kms away from Rambha Jetty.  It is otherwise known as "Barkuda Island”.  Britishers used this island for picknicking.  The waters around the island are very clear a luxuriant bed of red and green macro algae grow on the bed.  Dr.Anandale & Kemp recorded the limbless lizard an endemic species from this island which is named after this Island.

SOMOLO AND DUMKUDI

Situated in the Central and Southern sectors of the lagoon, these islands are inundated remnants of the Eastern Ghats.  Though rocky, they are rich in flora and fauna.  Dolphins are often sighted on the peripheral waters of Somolo island.  A scenic and unique backdrop to Somolo is the Khalikote hill range.

BIRDS' ISLAND

It is situated in the southern sector of Chilika .  This is a hillock with huge exposed hanging rocks.  It is 4 Kms away from Rambha Tourist Bungalow, and 1 Km away on the Eastern side of the Ghantasila hill.  The island is covered with herbs, shurbs, trees and creepers. The granite rocks are the remnants of Eastern Ghats.  Some of the huge rocks are painted white because of the folic acid from the droppings of the Birds.  Some residential birds use the island as perching ground.  During winter season, the migratory birds are sighted here.  It is known for its rich algal communities and few mangrove species.
 

PARIKUD

A  group of composite islands constitute the Garh Krishnaprasad Block and are ideal spots for nature lovers, during the winter season  it becomes an avian grandeur.

KALIJAI TEMPLE

Kalijai temple is situated on an island considered to be the abode of the Godess Kalijai.  She is venerated due to the folk-lore and the legend.  An excellent destination for the tourists.
 

SATAPADA

Located on the eastern shore of the lake, it is 55 Kms from Puri.  It is bounded by the lagoon on three sides and thus offers an excellent view of the Lagoon.  One main attraction of Satapada is irrawaddy Dolphins, At present 150 unemployed youth of Satapada area are operating 75 number of boats to conduct the tourist into the Lake from Satapada. The following spots can be the torist destination from satapada.

BARUNKUDA

It is a small island situated near Magarmukh with a temple of Lord Varuna.

NABAGRAHA:

An ancient deity located near village Berhampur, along the outer channel.
 

CHOURBAR SHIVA TEMPLE

Located along the outer channel near village Alupatna.

MANIKPATNA

It is situated along the outer channel.  As per historical evidence, there was a port which was used for trade with Far-East.  Bhabakundeswar temple of Lord Shiva is located here.  An old Mosque exists here ,the entrance door of the Mosque is made of  the jaws of the whale. A typical curd is prepared here by tradition in bamboo basket.

SAND-BAR AND MOUTH OF CHILIKA LAGOON

A beautiful and endless un-explored stretch of empty beach exists across the sand bar which separates the Lagoon from the Sea The entire stretch is more than 30 Kms. It can be developed for extending the camping facility to the high budget tourists.