Paradip

Paradip is among Odisha’s most evocative destinations. A major seaport of India, it is a land of sun-drenched evergreen forests, spectacular creeks, a huge and enchanting estuary, pristine beach and the marine drive. Located at the meeting point of Mahanadi River and the Bay of Bengal, Paradip, also spelt Paradeep, is one of the major ports of India and the deepest in the country.
One of the oldest existing ports of the world, Paradip is also an important centre for marine fishing and has an integrated fishery harbour. At present, it is the main outlet and inlet of the sea borne trade of the eastern part of India.

Fact & figures

Temperature:	Max: 41 C Min: 10.9 C
Best Season :	November to March
Clothing :	Summer-Light Cotton, Winter-Light woollen
Languages spoken :	Oriya, Hindi, English
STD Code:	06722
Tourist Office:	Government of Odisha Tourist office, Arunodaya Market Building, Link Road, Cuttack-753001, Tel: 0671 2612225; Indiatourism Bhubaneswar, Paryatan Bhawan, 2nd Floor, Lewis Road, Bhubaneswar-751014, Tel/fax: 0674 2432203, 2435487, E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., Website: www.incredibleindia.org