Phurlijharan (/pʰurɵlid͡ʒʱɵrɵɳɵ/) is a perennial waterfall in Bhawanipatna, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.[1][2][3][4][5] The falls are 16 m high and are known for their multicolored rainbow created on the scattered water because of the reflection of sunlight.[6] It is a tourist attraction for picnics. The falls are close to the Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary.[7]
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| ଫୁରଲିଝରଣ | |
Phurlijharan waterfall | |
| Location | Bhawanipatna, Kalahandi, Odisha, India |
| Coordinates | 19.7815046°N 83.1110626°E / 19.7815046; 83.1110626 (Phurlijharan) |
| Type | Waterfall |
| Total height | 15 m (49 ft) (at center) |
| Number of drops | 1 |
| Watercourse | Sagada river |
Phurlijharan is 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) from Bhawanipatna on state highway 44. Odisha State Road Transport Corporation and private buses connect it with Bhawanipatna and other nearby cities.[8][9]
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