Mini Tibet, Mahendragiri - Mankadadian & Gandahati Waterfalls| Odisha–India’s Best Kept Secret |Ep9

Welcome back to Wanderlust Escapades! 🚗 In this ninth episode of our South Odisha & Chhattisgarh Road Trip Series, we continue our epic journey across hidden and unspoilt destinations of India. After completing the Chhattisgarh leg of our travels (Episodes 4 – 8, featuring Bastar Dussehra, Dholkal Ganesh,Maderkonta Caves, Barsur temples, and the majestic Chitrakote & Tirathgarh waterfalls), we now dive deeper into the scenic beauty of Odisha – India’s best kept secret 🌿✨

👉 What you’ll see in Episode 9:
• A short recap of our earlier drive from Kolkata to Taptapani (Episode 1) before continuing to Chandragiri/Jiranga.
• A visit to Khasada Waterfall, tucked away near Chandragiri.
• The serene Stupa of Enlightenment and the grand Padmashambhava Statue (Avalokiteśvara posture) with sweeping drone views.
• An in-depth exploration of Jirang Monastery (Padmashambhava Mahavihara) – Eastern India’s largest Buddhist Monastery, along with the fascinating story of the Tibetan settlement in Odisha.
• Hidden gem: Mankadadian Waterfalls, a secluded beauty shown in stunning aerial shots.
• A breathtaking drive to Mahendragiri Hills (4,925 ft) – Odisha’s 2nd highest peak! We showcase:
o Yudhisthira & Kunti Temples
o Bhima & Arjun Temples on the ridge
o Rare views of the untouched Mahendragiri ridgeline and Ecotourism Nature Camp (not yet operational).
• The spectacular Gandahati Waterfalls on the Mahendratanaya river.
• An overnight stay at Hotel Sai International, Paralakhemundi, with a complete hotel tour.

💡 This episode beautifully combines spirituality, hidden waterfalls, mountain peaks, Tibetan culture, and luxury stay experiences – all tied together in a scenic road trip.

🎥 Now, with Episode 9, we begin a brand-new chapter – exploring Jiranga, Mahendragiri, Paralakhemundi, Deomali & Gopalpur in the upcoming episodes. Stay tuned!

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📌 Watch our earlier episodes:
• Ep 1: Road trip from Kolkata to Koraput – crossing Odisha’s forests, rivers & hills
   • Kolkata to Koraput Road Trip | Scenic East...  
• Ep 2: Tribal heritage of Koraput, Sabara Srikhetra, Rani Duduma and Deomali – Odisha’s highest peak
   • Koraput - Day 1| Deomali Hills,Rani Duduma...  
• Ep 3: The mythical Gupestwar Cave temple , Majestic Duduma Falls and gorgeous dams of Koraput region – Machkund , Jalaput & Kolab !
   • Exploring Koraput - Day 2| Gupteswar, Dudu...  
• Ep 4: Bastar Dussehra – The world’s longest tribal festival
   • Unseen Bastar Dussehra | India’s Most Uniq...  
• Ep 5: Madarkonta Caves, Tirathgarh & Mandwa Falls, Camping at Dholkal Jungle Camp
   • জঙ্গল, জলপ্রপাত , গুহা আর রহস্য ! Bastar R...  
• Ep 6: Dholkal Ganesh Trek, Barsur Temples Tamda & Mendri Ghumar
   • India’s Secret Ganesh Trek: Hidden Temples...  
• Ep 7 : Chitrakote Waterfalls    • Chitrakote Waterfalls - Camping RIGHT in F...  
• Ep 8 : Chitrakote Waterfalls to Kolkata by Road    • Chitrakote Waterfalls to Kolkata – by Road...  

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Playlists :
South Odisha & Chhattisgarh | Offbeat Road Trip Series :
   • South Odisha & Chhattisgarh | Offbeat Road...  
Adikailash / Om Parvat / Darma Valley – Self Drive :    • Vyas and Darma Valley Trip  
Offbeat Odisha – Self Drive :    • Offbeat Odisha  
Spectacular Sirmaur (Offbeat Himachal) - Self Drive :    • Spectacular Sirmaur  

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Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:41 Recap of Night Drive till Taptapani
02:36 Taptapani to Chandragiri / Jiranga
04:37 Khasada Waterfall
06:48 Stupa of Enlightenment
08:14 Hotel Budu International
09:53 Padmashambhava Statute & Neydo Kagyu Monastery
12:15 Tibetan Settlement & Padmashambhava Mahavira / Jirang Monastery
18:23 Mankadadian Waterfall
21:32 Mahendragiri
30:46 Gandahati Waterfall
33:03 To Paralakhemundi & Hotel Sai International (HSI)
39:50 Outro
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