Sambalpur

Sambalpur comes with a reputation as a unique land packed with historical structures, exotic wildlife, natural splendour in the forms of green forests, undulating hills, waterfalls, and a rich tribal life. Referred to as Sambalaka, a diamond trading centre in 2nd century AD, in Ptolemy’s text, the area is associated with the 8th century celebrated ruler Indrabhuti, the teacher-founder of the Vajrayan sect of Buddhism.
A district headquarter town and an important commercial centre, Sambalpur is famous for its textiles, particularly its tie-and-dye Ikat work, also popular as Smabalpuri. The folk dance Karama, especially on the festive occasion of Bhardrav Ekadashi (August/September), is entertaining and a special attraction for the visitors.

Fact & figures

Temperature:	Summer: 48.2C-24.2 C Winter: 28.5C -3.0 C
Best Season:	October to April
Clothing:	Light cotton in summer and woollen in winter
Languages spoken:	Oriya, Hindi, English and tribal dialects
STD Code:	0663
Tourism Office:	Government of Odisha Tourist Office, Sambalpur Panthanivas, Sambalpur-768001, Tel: 0663 2411118; 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