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Satkosia
gorge is a unique feature in geomorphology in India. Here Mahanadi
has out right across the Eastern Ghats and has formed a magnificent
gorge.
Located in the districts of Angul, Cuttack, Nayagarh and Boudh,
Satkosia gorge sanctuary (795.52 sq. km.)(with sylvan beauty and
excellent natural features is an attractive destination for scientist
and nature lovers.
The major attraction of the area is 22 km. long gorge (known as
Satkosia gorge) of the river Mahanadi which divides the area into
a two distinct parts accessible respectively from Angul and Nayagarh
or Boudh.
The area supports moist deciduous forest, dry deciduous forests
and moist peninsular sal forests and is stronghold of tiger, leopard,
elephant, gaur, sambar, spotted deer, mouse deer, nilgai, choushingha,
sloth bear, wild dog etc., varieties of resident and migratory birds
and reptilian species (gharial, mugger crocodile, fresh water turtle,
poisonous and non-poisonous snakes etc.). Major attraction df the
sanctuary is the gorge, river Mahanadi, the Gharial Research and
Conservation Unit at Tikarapada, hill slopes, various tracking routes
and boating.
Satkosia
gorge is a unique feature in geomorphology in India. Here Mahanadi
has out right across the Eastern Ghats and has formed a magnificent
gorge. 
