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Barabati Fort

Cuttack, Odisha, India

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Overview

The moated 14th-century Ganga-dynasty fort on the Mahanadi — a lone gateway and mound remaining of the citadel that ruled medieval Odisha.

Why visit: The historic heart of the 'Millennium City', beside the Barabati stadium.

Things to do
  • ›Fort gateway & moat
  • ›Mahanadi riverfront
  • ›Bali Yatra fair season
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Travel Information

Best time

Oct–Mar; Bali Yatra (Nov)

Entry fee

Free

Est. budget

Free–₹100

Duration

1 hr

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