Baripada is a city and a municipality in Mayurbhanj district in the state of Orissa, India. Baripada is the district headquarters. It is a place to stay and tour the Mayurbhanj region. This region is home Similipal, one of the most important wildlife parks of India. The [National parks of India|national park] comprises of lush valleys, forest lands and scores of ancient temples. Rathyatra (Chariot Festival) is one of the main attractions of Baripada. Baripada also hosts the second most popular Rath Yatra of Orissa after Puri. Baripada is also the home of the Mayurbhanj Chhau dance, an ancient martial dance form. The 5 Battalion of OSAP (Orissa State Armed Police) is situated at Rangamatia. Baripada is located at 2156N 8643E / 21.94N 86.72E / 21.94; 86.72. It has an average elevation of 36metres (118feet). Baripada is the seat for North Orissa University at Takhatpur. It is also home to the Maharaja Purna Chandra College and to the MPC Autonomous College. The oldest high...
