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How To Reach Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary
Kendrapada, Odisha, India
Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary is a globally renowned ecological wonder located in the Kendrapada district of Odisha. It was officially declared a marine sanctuary in September 1997 to protect the endangered Olive Ridley sea turtles. Spanning an area of approximately 1,435 square kilometers, it serves as the most significant nesting ground for these marine creatures in the world. The sanctuary extends from the Dhamra River mouth to the Brahmani River mouth, encompassing a vast stretch of the Bay of Bengal coastline. Every year, hundreds of thousands of turtles migrate from the South Pacific Ocean to this specific beach for mass nesting, a phenomenon known as Arribada. This natural spectacle turns the beach into a living carpet of turtles, attracting researchers, conservationists, and nature lovers from across the globe. Apart from turtles, the sanctuary is home to diverse marine life, including dolphins, crocodiles, and various species of migratory birds. The ecosystem is dominated by dense mangrove forests and intricate river systems that provide a fertile breeding ground for numerous aquatic species. Visiting Gahirmatha offers a profound connection with nature's ancient cycles and highlights the importance of marine conservation. It is managed by the Wildlife Division of the Forest Department, ensuring the protection of this fragile habitat from human interference and industrial threats. :
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How to Reach

By

Air:

The

nearest

airport

is

Biju

Patnaik

International

Airport

in

Bhubaneswar,

which

is

171

KM

away.



By

Train:

The

closest

major

railway

station

is

at

Cuttack,

approximately

141

KM

from

the

sanctuary.



By

Road:

Regular

buses

run

from

Kendrapada

and

Cuttack

to

Rajnagar,

from

where

local

transport

is

available.



By

Local

Transport:

From

Rajnagar,

visitors

must

travel

to

Gupti

or

Chandbali

by

auto

or

taxi

to

catch

a

boat.



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