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How To Reach Barabati Fort

Cuttack, Odisha, India
A Citadel of Dynasties:Barabati Fort is a historical site and a testament to the glorious past of Odisha, once serving as the military and administrative capital of the Kalinga kingdom. The original fort is believed to have been established as early as 987 CE by the Somavamshi dynasty and later sign ificantly rebuilt by King Anangabhima Deva III of the Eastern Ganga dynasty in the 13th century. It was strategically located at the apex of a delta formed by the Mahanadi and its tributary, the Kathajodi. Although today only the magnificent stone arched gateway, a vast moat, and the earthen mound of the legendary nine-storied palace (Barabati means "twelve bati" or land unit) remain, these ruins powerfully narrate the saga of a powerful medieval citadel. The fort witnessed the rule of the Ganga rulers, Mughals, Marathas, and finally the British, who used it as a prison. Its historical importance is immense.

How to Reach

By Air:The nearest airport is Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) in Bhubaneswar, about 29-35 KM away. From the airport, one can hire a taxi directly to Barabati Fort in Cuttack, taking about 45 minutes to 1 hour via NH16, depending on traffic.

By Train:The closest railway station is Cuttack Railway Station (CTC), which is very near, only about 5 KM away. Auto-rickshaws and taxis are readily available outside the station, and the ride to the fort takes approximately 15-20 minutes.

By Road (Self-Drive/Taxi):The fort is located right in the heart of Cuttack city (in the Bidanasi area) and is very well connected by the city's road network. It is about Rs. 4 KM from the city center. One can easily drive a car or hire a taxi from any part of Cuttack or Bhubaneswar (via NH16).

By Local Transport (Bus/Auto):Local city buses and shared/hired auto-rickshaws are the most common and economical ways to reach the fort from anywhere in Cuttack. The Badambadi Bus Stand is about Rs. 7 KM away, and plenty of autos ply this route.

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