
Saptasajya Hills
Dhenkanal, Odisha, India
Seven forested ridges of Ramayana legend — a Raghunath temple, cool springs and a hilltop garden retreat of the Dhenkanal kings.
Why visit: A quiet green hill-shrine picnic in central Odisha.
- ›Seven-hill trails
- ›Raghunath temple
- ›Spring-fed pools
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Best time
Oct–Mar
Entry fee
Free
Est. budget
₹100–400
Duration
Half day
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