Chilika Lake in Odisha is Asia's largest brackish water lagoon, a sprawling wetland ecosystem that hosts over a million migratory birds each winter. The lake's Irrawaddy dolphins, Nalabana Bird Sanctuary, and scenic boat rides make it a premier birdwatching destination.
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Bird watching is the main draw at this brackish coastal lagoon, the largest in India.
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