What if I tell you that you can trace the best transformative travel experiences in Eastern India? All you need to do is bookmark Odisha on your travel list. Odisha is famous for its heritage sites and enthralling views. From beaches to pilgrimage sites. Moreover, Puri Beach Festival and the Jagannath Rath Yatra attract tons of tourists to Odisha yearly. The natural beauty of Orissa is sure to take your breath away. his coastal state of India along the shores of the Bay of Bengal is a relatively unexplored gem. It is blessed and not just by the Chardham destination of Puri. The exotic wildlife, lush environment, ancient temples, pristine beaches, serene lakes, tribal culture, and more contribute to its appeal. Odisha offers a lot of sightseeing opportunities to travelers from across the globe.
So let’s find out some amazing places to visit in Odisha.
Puri
A must-visit destination for devotees and leisure travelers, Puri is packed with tourist attractions. The well-known Jagannath Temple, one of the Char Dhams, is located in Puri. Apart from paying your respects at the many temples in the city, you can relax by the sea. Puri is known to be the final resting place of Lord Vishnu.
Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar is a perfect blend of old and modern cultures. Bhubaneshwar is famous as the temple city of India. The temples are any history buff’s dream come true as the different temples from different eras represent the architecture of that period. Temples such as the Lingaraj Temple, Rajarani Temple, and Parasurameshwara Temple. One of the top attractions of Bhubaneswar is the 10th-century Lingaraja Temple. Also, this city of Odisha was amongst the first planned cities in India.
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Cuttack
It is the second-largest city in Odisha. Cuttack is also among the Golden Triangle Tourist attractions of Odisha. Cuttack is crowned with the title of Silver City because of its history of 1,000 years of silver filigree works. This second-largest city of Odisha is nestled at the junction of the Kathajodi and Mahanadi Rivers. Prime among these is the Bali Yatra. This festival is a reminder of the glorious past of the city and the trade links it had with places such as Bali, Java, and Sumatra. Another notable festival is the Kite Festival held in January every year.
Konark
The carvings of the Konark Sun Temple, one of the seven wonders of India, attract large flocks of tourists throughout the year. Discovering the finest artwork & sculptures of the Konark Sun Temple is surely one of the primary reasons to visit Odisha, especially for art lovers. The 13th-century temple stands tall in the minds of tourists even though it is now in ruins. Konark has a few other ancient temples on its land for both history lovers and religious minds. Here are the top attractions in Konark.
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Sambalpur
Sambalpur, a land rich in culture and natural beauty, is one of the most important tourist destinations in Orissa. The culturally rich Sambalpur is the place to visit in Odisha with friends and family. You can also seek blessings at Maa Samaleswari Temple and Maa Pataneswari Temple and spend time amidst nature at Debigarh Wildlife Sanctuary and Hirakud Dam.
Chandipur
Chandipur Beach, where the sea recedes up to 5 km provides the scope to walk on the sea bed see collect seashells, red crabs, turtles, and other underwater marine particles. It is also famous for Popular for the disappearing sea, which is a result of high and low tides. You can walk deep into the seabed when the water recedes, enjoy spectacular views during sunrise and sunset, and treat your taste buds to some freshly prepared seafood.
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Tikarpada Wildlife Sanctuary
Tikarpada Wildlife Sanctuary is a must-visit for nature and wildlife lovers. It is spread across 795.52 sq km and houses different species of birds and wild animals, like gharials, leopards, tigers, and sloths. the sanctuary also offers different activities for adventure seekers, like river rafting, boating, and trekking.
Rourkela
Rourkela, the second largest city in Orissa, is immediately recalled at the mention of steel plants. The ‘Steel City of Odisha’ with its important industrial centers is a great place to visit Odisha with family. With its hilly terrain, open forests, and magnificent waterfalls, the city is a treasure trove for nature lovers. You will also find some important temples, gardens, and wildlife sanctuaries here such as Hanuman Vatika, Indira Gandhi Park, Vaishno Devi Temple, and Deer Park.
Daringbadi
It is one of the best tourist places in Odisha state which is also referred to as the ‘Kashmir of Odisha’. Replete with pine forests, milky white waterfalls, colorful meadows, and rolling hills, Daringbadi is a perfect destination away from the hustle and bustle of a city. Take a road trip to this hill station and enjoy the scenic vistas along the way.
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Berhampur
The city is replete with temples, popular ones being Maa Budhi Thakurani Temple, Sri Sri Sri Siddhi Binayak Pitha, and Nilakantheshwar Shiva Temple. Beach lovers can enjoy the tranquillity of Dhabaleswar Beach and Gopalpur Beach, while shopaholics can head to the local markets and shop for Ikkat silk sarees and other specialty products.
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