Potagarh is a historical place situated about 3 km from
Ganjam and 13 km from
Chhatrapur, in
Ganjam District,
Orissa. It lies close to the confluence of
Rushikulya River and
Bay of Bengal.
Potagarh is famous for an old fort built by Britishers in the 18th century. The fort is surrounded by a moat. The remnants of the majestic fort houses and a buried tunnel specks points to its glorious past. Owing to its unique geographical location and historical past, Potagarh is a favorite location for students, scholars and historians. It is also a favorite picnic spot.
Potagarh is just 3 km from Ganjam Railway Station.
