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Ganjam District is a district located in the #Odisha state of India It is located on the east coast of the country and is known for its rich cultural heritage, historical significance and scenic beauty. Let's know some important things about Ganjam district.... Ganjam district is located in the southern part of the Odisha state and is situated on the Bay of Bengal in the east. It is surrounded by Puri, Khordha, Nayagarh and Gajapati districts. Ganjam district is divided into several administrative divisions and blocks The district headquarters is located in Chhatrapur city. #Ganjam has a long and storied history, which dates back to ancient times It was an important center during various dynasties, including the Qing dynasty and the Gajapati rulers of Odisha It was also part of the Qing Dynasty that took place around 261 BC, in which the Maurya emperor Ashoka defeated the Qing army and converted to Buddhism. Ganjam district is known for its rich cultural heritage, with traditional dance traditions like Odissi, folk dance and music, the district also boasts of ancient temples, historical monuments and archaeological sites that attract tourists and history enthusiasts. Ganjam offers a variety of tourist attractions including religious sites, natural beauty spots and beaches along the Bay of Bengal. Some of the notable places to visit in Ganjam include #TaraTariniTemple a famous Shakti Peetha, #Gopalpur a popular beach and #Chilika Lake, home to India's largest beach and bird watching. Ganjam district has various wildlife sanctuaries and parks, Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary and Chilika Wildlife Sanctuary. These protected areas are home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, making them important conservation areas Ganjam district is an attractive destination for tourists exploring the eastern part of India for its history, culture and natural beauty. Ganjam was a part of the ancient southern kingdom. #MauryanEmperorAshoka wrote his message at Jaugadh on the banks of Rushikulya in present day Ganjam district. Scholars thus conclude that a significant part of Ganjam was under Ashoka's control. There are multiple theories regarding the name 'Ganjam' In the 7th century the region was known as Kangoda or Kongoda Some scholars believe that the word derives from this ancient name, while others suggest that the name of the region derives from the Persian word "ganj", meaning 'granary' or 'market', referring to the importance of historical ports and centers of trade. . #nknewsodisha #odishanews #ganjamnews our YouTube channel : https://youtube.com/nknewsodisha/