Angul is a newly created district since 1st April 1993 after reorganization of the districts of Odisha (Formerly Orissa). Clothed with lush green forests, the district is rich in varieties of wildlife. The River Mahanadi passes through this district forming a 22-km long narrow gorge, one of the mightiest gorges in India. Popularly known as ‘Satkosia’, it is an ideal habitat for varieties of crocodiles. The phenomenon of boulders in Talcher area is unique in India and has puzzled the geologists for centuries.Recently, it has come to limelight with the establishment of National Aluminium Company Ltd. (NALCO), the largest in Asia. As an important road junction, Angul serves the ideal base for visiting the places of interest in its neighborhood.At present the location advantage and abundant stock of manpower and raw materials play an important role in the industrial development of the district.

Angul District is very much rich in its fairs and festivals. Laxmi Puja is celebrated in the city of Angul. The celebration starts from Kumar Purnima and continues for long 11 days. Ganesh Puja of Talcher is one of the most famous festivals celebrated in the District. Amb Nua (fresh mango eating), Raja, Gammha Purnima, and Push Punei are functions celebrated by the people with much enthusiasm. The number of fairs and festivals observed in the District showcase its varied culture vividly.

The Jagannath Temple at Angul is known as “Saila Srikhetra” situated on the top of Sunasagad hill. It’s the prime temple of this place that comprises of Jagamohan, Mukhasala, Garvagriha and Natyamandir. At the prime temple, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath are worshiped. At this complex Goddess Bimala, Laxmi and Saraswati are also worshiped. This temple has become a prime hot spot for many tourists and Hindu pilgrims. It remains open throughout the year. Here, you can also watch the car festival that is associated with the Lord Jagannath. There is a society which is headed by the Collector of Angul uses to manage this temple.

The foundation of this grand temple was given on 21.2.1996 to build the temple like the model of world famous Lord Jagannath Temple of Puri . Then the construction work was progressed day by day with the help of administration and local people of Angul. Then the dream came true when the temple work was finished. At last, the District administration formed a trustee for the temple and the temple was opened for all public after completion of Pratistha Utsav on Dt.22.02.2002. It was a historic moment for the people of Angul. Now this place is called as Sailashreekhetra and people not only from Angul but also from whole State & other parts of India are coming to have a darshan of Lord Jagannath in this magnificent grand temple at Angul.