In this little-known Nature’s treasure trove called Bhitarkanika, the pristine beauty of mangroves, the chirping of birds, turtles and the meandering watercourses will captivate you. One of the distinctive locations that has drawn visitors from all over the world is located 130 kilometers away from Bhubaneswar. The location has been a rich source of sustenance for ideas and discovery.
The greatest works of creation that one can imagine on the planet are this wetland of Bhitarkanika. “The Bhitarkanika National Park,” “The Garhirmatha Marine Sanctuary,” and “The Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary” are the three protected areas that make it up. The calm environment of the animals is interrupted by the chirping of birds, and people flock here to appreciate the splendor of the natural world at a distance. This area has become one of the most popular tourist spots due to its stunning scenery, mud streams, beaches, and sand.
Bhitarkanika is well-known for its rich biodiversity, which includes 115. 50 sq. kms of mangrove woodland, and it covers a total area of 650 sq. kms, with 380 sq. kms of forest cover. It is the second-biggest mangrove after the Sundarbans in West Bengal, even if it isn’t as well-known. One of the few swamps with a dense mangrove ecosystem that adds to the overall beauty of the area.
