Chilika Lake, Lagoon in Odisha, India
Chilika Lake spans 1,165 square kilometers during monsoon season and connects to the Bay of Bengal through Motto Village in eastern India.
The lagoon served as a significant maritime trade route during ancient times, with archaeological findings at Golabai Sasan indicating continuous settlement from Neolithic to Iron Age.
The lake provides livelihood for 200,000 fishermen who maintain traditional fishing practices and inhabit the sand flats and marshy islands separating it from the sea.
Visitors can reach the lake through road networks from Bhubaneswar and Puri, with several accommodations available near the water and boat services to explore the islands.
The lake hosts 228 bird species and maintains the largest population of Irrawaddy dolphins in brackish water, with approximately 150 individuals residing near Satpada Island.
Location: Odisha
GPS coordinates: 19.71667,85.31667
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:10
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