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Jobra Barrage

CUTTACK, ODISHA

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Jobra Barrage In Cuttack Odisha, also known as Mahanadi Barrage, is probably the most popular hangout for Cuttackians. Build over the majestic river Mahanadi, the Jobra Barrage carries a 2 km long road bridge connecting Cuttack and Jagatpur. The barrage is situated near to the longest river bridge of Odisha and one of the longest in India, the Mahanadi road bridge. Along the road bridge, there is a Jobra Park, a Deer Park, and a sunset point

  • Mahanadi Bridge

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Another interesting thing to see is the stone revetment on the banks of river Kathjhodi, a marvel of ancient engineering technique. The centuries-old stone formation bears testimony to the technical skill and logical thinking of Odias of 11th century. Built by the Keshari kings and having survived the test of time, the revetment safeguards the city from seasonal floods. In fact, it was built with a purpose of saving the Millennium City from the devastation of the floods caused by the river Mahanadi. A typical example of the ancient Odishan architecture, the stone pavement gets tourist footfall round the year. The place should not be missed by both architecture and nature lovers. The best time to visit is during winter when migratory birds can be seen in the river.

Geographical Information

This blast across waterway Mahanadi is arranged in Jobra space of Cuttack town. It interfaces Cuttack town with the north side of the waterway. Jagatpur and National roadway ( Chennai – Howrah ) can be effortlessly gotten to by going toward the east, and Chowdwar – Anugul – Sambalpur on the west. An extraordinary spot to see the progression of the waterway especially in the stormy season when the doors of the Hirakud dam are opened.

Weather

Cuttack is 29m above sea level. The climate here is tropical. The summers here have a good deal of rainfall, while the winters have very little. This climate is considered to be Aw according to the Köppen-Geiger climate classification. The average annual temperature is 26.8 °C | 80.3 °F in Cuttack. About 1686 mm | 66.4 inch of precipitation falls annually.

The driest month is January, with 12 mm | 0.5 inch of rain. Most of the precipitation here falls in July, averaging 404 mm | 15.9 inch.

May is the warmest month of the year. The temperature in May averages 31.7 °C | 89.1 °F. January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging 21.2 °C | 70.1 °F.

There is a difference of 392 mm | 15 inch of precipitation between the driest and wettest months. Throughout the year, temperatures vary by 10.6 °C | 51.0 °F.

Best Foods

You can get food from Hotels in the town area.

Best Time To Visit

You can always come to this place. But, The best time to visit, every day is Sunset time. 

Transportation (Direction)

By Air
The nearest airport is Bhubaneswar Airport-30 Km.

 

By Train
The nearest Railway Stations are Cuttack. Railway Station to 2 km.

 

By Road
Regular Bus services are available. 

How to Prepare for Place

To visit Jobra Barrage in Cuttack Odisha, You can any time visit here. But On Shiva Ratri is a very big festival for this place. This place has rich history and culture. It is advisable to bring a camera to capture its beauty.

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