Paradip (Paradeep) is a major seaport town and a designated notified area in Jagatsinghpur district of Orissa, India. Located at a distance of 125 Kilometers from the capital city of Bhubaneshwar, it is the oldest existing port of the state of Odisha.
The golden beaches and aqua blue waters of Paradeep attracts tourists from all over the world. The beach is also famous for its green forest, stones along side the beach and a good marine drive.
Things to See & Do
* Paradeep beach
* Hanuman Temple and Jagganath Temple
* Light House(You can visit in the Evening Only).
* Marine Aquarium
* Swimming & sunbathing
General Information
Cruise Season – Jan - Dec
Currency – Indian Rupee (INR)
Language – Hindi, English
Population – 160,000 approx
Electricity – 2 round pins European style or with a round pin below
Time – GMT plus five and a half hours
International Country Telephone Code – + 91
Port Location – The Port of Paradip is located on the Bay of Bengal.
Travel Links – Paradeep is accessible by regular bus service from Cuttuack (94km).
The nearest airport is Bhubaneswar just 125km away from Paradeep; from there you can easily fetch a vehicle or a bus.