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Baripada(ବାରିପଦା) (bāripadā) is a city and a municipality in Mayurbhanj district in the state of Odisha, India. Baripada is the district headquarter of Mayurbhanj. It is a place to stay and tour Mayurbhanj region. This region is home to Similipal, one of the most important wildlife parks of India. The national park comprises lush valleys, forest lands and scores of ancient temples. Rathyatra (Chariot Festival) is one of the main attractions of Baripada. Baripada hosts the second most popular Rath Yatra of Odisha after Puri. Baripada is the home of the Mayurbhanj Chhau dance, an ancient martial dance form. The 5th Battalion of OSAP (Odisha State Armed Police) is at Rangamatia. Mudhi Mansa (combination of puffed rice and meat) is a local delicacy which can pamper the taste buds during the stay at Baripada.