Odisha at a Glance

Kailash Rajbati ( Kailash Palace)

Discover a Forgotten Royal Retreat Amid the Hills of Debagada
Discover the Heritage

Kailash Rajbati ( Kailash Palace)

Kailash Rajbati (Kailash Palace) is a historic structure, built by the former ruler of Bamanda estate (or locally known as Bamra) Raja Dibya Shankar Deb during 19161919 AD. The palace was originally built as a summer residence for the royal family of Bamra, and is also known as honeymoon palace of the erstwhile royal family of the then princely state.

Kailash Rajbati is located on a scenic valley of National Highway 49 about 15 kms from Debagada town. This heritage structure is dilapidated but its history intrigues people with particular interest in heritage and royal dynasties of Western Odisha.

Key Information

  • Location

    Debagada, Debagada
  • Type

    Historical Site/ Valley/ Heritage Property
  • Best Time to Visit

    October–March
  • Ideal Duration

    2 hrs
  • Timings

    8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Entry Fee

    No entry fee
Core Experiences

Highlights

Explore the weathered remains of a royal retreat built during the early 20th century.

Admire the palace’s old architectural features and its setting in a scenic valley surrounded by hills and vegetation.

Visit a lesser-known, quiet heritage site away from the usual tourist trail.

Must Experience

Things to Do

Observe the surviving architectural details and learn about the history of the Bamra royal estate.

Capture the palace’s weathered architecture against the backdrop of the scenic valley.

Take in the scenic valley, hills and greenery around the palace.

Journey & Location

How to Reach & Map

Seamless connectivity ensuring your arrival is as smooth as the destination itself, alongside its exact geographical positioning.

Air

Veer Surendra Sai Airport, Jharsuguda is located at a distance of approximately 120 km

Rail

Sambalpur Railway Station is located at a distance of approximately 105 km

Road

Debagada is well connected by National Highway 53 and state highways. Regular road transport links the town with Sambalpur, Jharsuguda, Rourkela, and other major cities of Odisha.