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Amazing axperience of visit !

Mangalajodi is an olden village under Tangi Block in Khordha District of Odisha, 60 kms away from Bhubaneswar towards Berhampur. Mangalajodi is a huge marshland along the northern edge of Chilika lake. The area (about 10sq. kms) is primarily a freshwater zone connected by channels cut through the reed beds with the brackish waters of Chilka lagoon. The numerous channels that crisscross through the greenery, harbors thousands of water-birds, migratory and resident. The special intrest of this place, visit to Mangalajodi should be combined with a visit to Chilka Lake and Nalabana Bird Sanctuary. Chilka Lake is a 1165 sq km. brackish water estuarine lagoon of international importance for waterfowl. Every winter, Chilka and its surrounding areas host a staggering 7-800,000 birds comprising 121 species. It is best time to visit Mangalajodi between November to March. Nearest Bus Stop is Tangi & Railway stations are Mukteswar & Kalupada Ghat.