Kapilash Wildlife Sanctuary

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Forest Division: Dhenkanal (T) Forest Division
District: Dhenkanal
Date of Notification: 31-03-2011
Notified Area: 12559.59 Ha or 125.5 sq. km
Kapilash Wildlife Sanctuary in Dhenkanal district lies in Central Odisha which attracts tourists in droves because of its unique floral, faunal and geomorphological diversity.There is an abudance Sal, Saguan, Kendu, Kumbhi and mohua apart from other trees, Shrubs, herbs & climber. There are mammals like Elephant, Wild Boar, Deer, Monkeys, Jungle cats, Giant squirrels and birds like Peacock, Oride, Hill myna, parakeet, Owl, Grey Hornbills etc. The dense forests and the presence of wild animals draw many nature lovers to this area. A temple of Lord Shiva "Lord Chandrasekhar" is located at the top of the hill. To get to the temple one has to climb 1390 nos. steps. The way to the temple is thrilling with dense forests on both sides. There is a motorable road too. The singing birds, colorful butterflies and amazing waterfalls mesmerize the visitors.

Quick Facts:

1. Kapilash being a religious place having a Shiva shrine attracts people round the year from Odisha West Bengal, Chhattisgarh and other neighboring State.
2. A temple of Lord Vishwanath is also there in Kapilash.
3. The Gharial breeding centre and science park are an added attraction for the tourist.
4. There is a small zoo at the foot of the Kapilash called "Kapilash Zoo".
5. One can go for boating situated beside the zoo.

How to reach: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wi2iwjzHXn2zx9QU9

By Road: From Dhenkanal-21 km by road. Dhenkanal is well connected by road from Bhubaneswar 90 km and from Cuttack 60km.

By Rail: Train is available from Howrah to Cuttack and from Cuttack to Sambalpur.

By Air: Nearest Air port is at Bhubaneswar.

Facilities available: No Facility Available.

Salient Detail-Geographic Extent : Longitude 85° 40' to 85° 56'(East) Latitude 20° 35' to 20° 46' (North)

Climate: Moderate

Villages: None, Divisional Forest Officer, Dhenkanal Division, Dhenkanal

Contact officer:
Phone No.: (06762) 226717, (06762) 226717
Email: dfo.dhenkanal@gmail.com

Best time to visit: October to March

Accommodation: Kuanria, Chhamundia & Badmul.