Friday, 12 July 2019

Deomali Hill, with an elevation of about 1,671 meters from sea level, is the highest peak in Odisha.
The beauty of the hill range and picturesque 5km-long flat surface atop the mountain, where an m shaped peak can be spotted, would leave a lasting impression on a visitors mind.
If you are interested in the tribal lifestyle and culture, you can learn a lot from the nearby tribal villages of Deomali such as Kandhas, Parajas, Bhumia, Malis and Bhotras, reside in the adjoining localities.
The best time to visit the hills is either during summer or winter.
How to Reach
Best option is to hire taxi from Semiliguda. You can also stay at Jeypore in Koraput which is about 3hrs from Deomali.

Deomali,Odisha,India

Location: Deomali, Barakutni, Odisha 763008

Thursday, 11 July 2019

This temple is located inside a cave.The Shiva Linga is a natural one exists from old ages. As this Shiva Linga is located inside a cave and it was not accessible easily in old days so it is known as Gupteswar or hidden Shiva temple.
Carry a powerful torch light with you. It is better if each member of your team carry one torch light. There are local kids who can show you different formations at a cost of Rs 10/-. This cave is quite long and you need to have expert guide to venture further inside the cave.
 From the parking area there are nearly 170 steps to be climbed to reach the entrance of the cave.
The Gupteshwar Caves is a limestone cave, discovered some years back. The prime attraction of the place is the Shivalinga, which is believed to be increasing in size. Pilgrims from across the country visit this cave.
How to Reach: From Jeypore or Koraput, you can reach to Gupteswar by bus or you can hire any taxi from Jeypore or from Koraput to reach Gupteswar. Around 20kms road is in bad shape.

Gupteswar Cave ,Odisha,India

Location: Kokalaba, Odisha 754032, India

Wednesday, 10 July 2019

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Konark Sun temple is a striking model of ancient artistry, fluidity of ideas, and a pedagogic treasury. Dedicated to the sun god, Surya, the first rays of the sun fall on the entrance of the temple.
Believed to have been built in the 13th century CE the temple was built by the King Narasimhadeva I hailing from the Eastern Ganga dynasty between 1238-1250 CE. The temple was commissioned by the king while Samantaraya Mahapatra was the one in charge of its construction.
 The Konark Sun Temple is one of the prime attractions of Konark in Odisha. 
The temple is dedicated to Sun God and devotees from any religion or community are allowed inside the temple. 
Summers are very hot in Konark. So the best time would be from October to March when the weather is cool and pleasant. 
How to reach
By Air
Bhubaneswar Airport or Biju Patnaik International Airport is 65 km and around an hour-long drive from the Konark Sun Temple. You can easily get taxis on hire to reach Konark from the airport.
By Road
Konark Bus Stand is 6 minutes from the Sun Temple. You can board a bus from Puri and reach Konark in an hour. OSRTC and private operators provide bus service from Puri to Konark.
By Rail
Puri Railway Station is the nearest railway station from the Konark Temple. It is 30 km from Konark. You can book Bhubaneswar to Puri trains and then take a taxi to reach the temple.

Konark Sun Temple,Odisha,India

Location: Konark, Odisha 752111, India

Tuesday, 9 July 2019

Dhabaleswar Temple is dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva. It is situated at a distance of 27 kilometers from the city of Cuttack, in the exotic island of Lord Dhabaleshwar.
The temple, located in an island on River Mahanadi, is embellished with stone carvings that date back to the early 10th and 11th century. The serene ambiance, in which the temple is situated, inspires spiritual feeling among one and all.
The hanging bridge is about 245 feet long. Another attraction of the Dhabaleswar temple is the Suspension Bridge which connects the temple. It was built in 2000.It is the longest suspension bridge in our country. 
The temple has beautiful stone carvings. The atmosphere in and around the temple is calm and peaceful.
How to Reach
By Road: Nearest Bus depot is Cuttack 37 kms or Jajpur 60 Kms.
By Train: Nearest local railway station is Kapilas road (26 Kms) & Mail stopping station is Cuttack(38 Kms) & Jajpur Road (95 kms).
By Air: Nearest airport is Bhubaneswar (57 Kms).

Dhabaleswar,Odisha,India

Location: Dhauli, Odisha 752104, India

Monday, 8 July 2019

Bhitarkanika National Park is situated in the Kendrapara District on the state of Odisha, India.
Established in the year 1998, the park is surrounded by the Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary. The mangroves are separated from the Bay of Bengal by the Gahirmatha Beach that lies in the eastern part. This beach is the nesting grounds by hundreds of Olive Ridley Sea Turtles and thus is a protected UNESCO site.
The sanctuary is visited for its rich and varied assortment of biodiversity like Kingfisher, Heron, King Cobras, Storks, Spotted Deer, Chital, Seagulls, Fishing Cat, Wild Pigs and Jungle Cat along with numerous resident and migratory species.
Inside the Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary,there is an area of approximately 4 hectares, which is visited by a large number of water birds, from the month of June to October every year.
To explore the unknown and admire nature at its wildest best, one should definitely take a trip to the Bhitarnika Wildlife Sanctuary to experience a thrilling and adrenaline-rush soaked adventurous vacation.
How to Reach
By Air – Nearest airport is Bhubaneswar airport, about 160 Km from the Bhitarkanika. Bhubaneswar airport is well connected by road network to Bhitarkanika.
By Rail – Nearest railway station is Bhadrak railway station, about 70 Km from the Bhitarkanika. Bhadrak railway station is well connected by road network to Bhitarkanika.
By Road – Bhitarkanika is well connected to Major Cities and Places by road network. There are a number of government and privately operated vehicles that go to Bhitarkanika at frequent intervals.

Bhitarkanika,Odisha,India

Location: Bhitarkanika, Odisha 754248, India

Sunday, 7 July 2019

Satkosia is spread over the deep gorge created by the Mahanadi River which stretches for 22 Km.
This enchanting reserve forest comprises two neighboring wildlife sanctuaries the Satkosia Gorge Sanctuary and Baisipalli Sanctuary.
The area was declared a sanctuary for the tigers in the year 2007. Nevertheless, the forest is teeming with unique flora and fauna that lends the ecosystem a timeless beauty.
Though the sanctuary can be visited during the months of October to February, the months of December and January are considered to be the best time to visit the place.
How to reach
From Cuttack, travel to Angul (which is 115 kms away), via bus, in order to reach Satkosia. The entry point is situated at Pamapsara, at a distance of around 30 kilometers from Angul.
The transfer to Satkosia from Athagarh is operated by Orissa Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC). Tourists are advised to hire a vehicle from Cuttack or Angul for both traveling and sightseeing purposes.

Satkosia,Odisha,India

Location: Satkosia Tiger Reserve, Badmula, Nayagarh, Odisha, India

Saturday, 6 July 2019

Dhauli is a small town 8 Km away south of Bhubaneswar, located on the bank of river Daya and holds great significance for the followers of lord Buddha. 
Dhauli has a beautiful Peace Pagoda which attracts thousands of tourists every year. Besides Buddhists, Hindus also visit Dhauli to visit some of the ancient temples of great reverence situated in this beautiful town.
There are also other attractions in Dhauli like rock cut caves, Sadharma vihar monastery, which would definitely make your visit worth the time.
The place has beautiful landscapes and a charm that soothes the body, mind and soul in a splendid way.
How to Reach
By Air
Nearest Airport to Dhauli is Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar. Step down the airport and get a cab to your hotel. The distance between the Airport and Dhauli is 14 km hence it will take 30 minutes despite the normal traffic for you to reach your destination.
By Road
Dhauli can be reached by buses from nearby cities like Bhubaneswar or Cuttack, and OSRTDC has frequent bus services as well which connects Dhauli to all the main parts of Odisha. Dhauli is well connected with an excellent road network, and cabs are available from all nearby places.
By Train
Bhubaneswar Railway Station is the nearest railway station with a distance of 35 km to Dhauli. Get a taxi or bus to reach your destination.

Dhauli,Odisha,India

Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha 752104, India

Friday, 5 July 2019

The caves of Udayagiri are an exquisite illustration of the local Art form. These were established by Chandragupt Vikramaditya, after defeating Shak's' in the 4th and 5th Century A.D. 
These caves are located around 4kms away from the Vidisha town and consist of a series of at least 20 caves. Carved out of the rocks atop the Udaygiri hill, these caves are certainly a delight for all the history buffs.
Udaygiri caves are located around 4kms from the town of Vidisha, which is 13kms away from the famous tourist spot Sanchi. The Udaygiri caves are easily accessible via roadways. Even the climb up the Udaygiri hills is connected by road which makes it easy for anyone to reach these caves.
This is a group of 20 caves dating from the 5th century after Christ. Caves no 1, 18, and 20 are near the top while the remaining ones are at the foot of the hill. Cave no 10 and possibly no 1 also are Jaina caves all the rest being Hindu.
The best time to visit the Udaygiri hills is between the months of October and March. 
How to Reach
By Air
Bhubaneswar airport is the nearest airport to reach Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves, which is just about 10 km away. It is connected by regular flights to many major cities India including Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi and Hyderabad.
By Rail
Bhubaneswar railway station is the nearest major railway station at about 6 km away. It has good rail connectivity with all the major towns of the state and the major cities of India.
By Road
Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves can be easily reached through National Highway NH-5 using public transport buses. Regular buses to Bhubaneshwar town are operated from Puri, Cuttack and other major nearby cities. From Bhubaneswar taxis, local transport is available to reach the caves.

Udayagiri Caves ,Odisha,India

Location: Udayagiri, Odisha 762100, India

Thursday, 4 July 2019

Nandankanan Zoological Park is located 20 kms ahead of the capital city Bhubaneswar in Orissa. By sprawling across dense and tranquil forests of Chandaka, Nandankanan serves the first captive gharial breeding center of India. 
The Nandankanan Zoological Park where arrays of enthralling facility like boating, white tiger and lion safaris ,reptile park, aerial ropeway and cable car at the zoological park which is a nocturnal animal house established for the wildlife lovers to get a penchant for wildlife.
During animal safari in Nandankanan, visitors can spot animals and birds like Indian crocodiles, black buck, Himalayan black bear, nilgiri Langur, lion-tailed macaques, Indian pangolin, Patas monkey, Burmese Python, Indian Pangolin, Orang-Utan, Open-billed Stork, Nicobar Pigeon, Green-winged Macaws, Malayan Giant squirrel, Salt water crocodile, Hippopotamus, Brow-antlered deer, and more.
The collection at the zoo comprises of 6 endangered bird species, 15 endangered mammal species, and 10 species of endangered reptiles. The best time to visit is from July to October.
How to Reach
By Air : The nearest airport to Nandankanan is the Bhubaneswar airport which is at a distance of only 13 kilometers. Auto rickshaws are another option that is available to the traveler. Autos can be found outside both the airport and the railway station.
By Rail : The nearest railway station is the Bhubaneswar Railway Junction on the East-coast Railway station, which has super fast trains connecting all the major cities.
By Road : There are frequent buses that are also available from Bhubaneswar to the park. The Nandankanan is well connected to major cities of Orissa such as Bhubaneswar, Bhawanipatna, Nowrangpur, Bhawanipatna and many more.

Nandankanan Zoological Park,Odisha,India

Location: Nandankanan Rd, Near Police Station, Barang, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 754005, India

Wednesday, 3 July 2019

One of the oldest temples in the Eastern state of Odisha, Bhubaneswar, the Lingaraja Temple is dedicated to the Harihara a form of lord Shiva and lord Vishnu.
The temple dates back to 11 century and represents the Kalinga Architecture and its beauty. Lingaraj temple resides images of lord Vishnu, because of the rising prominence of Jagannath sect emanating from the Ganga rulers who built the Jagannath Temple in Puri in the 12th century.
The temple has as many as 6,000 visitors on a daily basis with Shivratri being a major day of celebrations when this number surges to as many as 200,000 visitors.
 It happens to be one of the largest temples in the state and also is a top most tourist attraction.
How to Reach
By Road : Bermunda Bus stand in Bhubaneswar is the nearest bus stand.
By Train : The nearest railhead is Bhubaneswar railway station 6 Km from the temple.
By Air : Biju Patnaik Airport around 6 km from the temple.

Lingaraja,Odisha,India

Location: Rath Rd, Lingaraj Nagar, Old Town, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751002, India

Tuesday, 2 July 2019

Handibhanaga waterfall is situated in picturesque natural environment amidst lush green forest with up rolling mountain range. 
Handibhanaga waterfall with a height of 200 feet high mesmerizes the visitors for this stunning landscape.
Flowing down from a height of 30 m, this waterfall is also a loved picnic spot in Odisha where travellers come and rejuvenate themselves with the sound of the splashing water.
 Join the tourists between the months of October to March as that's the best time to visit Handibhanga.
How to Reach:
By Air
Bhubaneswar, the capital city of Odisha, is the only civil airport in the state connected to different parts of the country through regular flights
By Train
Those who travel by train the nearest Railway Station is Barbil (35 K.M. from Barbil Station)
By Road
This spot is just 45 km away from Keonjhar town.

HandiBhanga,Odisha,India

Location: HandiBhanga, Odisha 758034, India

Monday, 1 July 2019

The 175-metre high single fall cascade of Duduma waterfall tears through the rugged rocks of the Eastern Ghats and the dark green deciduous forest that is so widespread in this region.
Located around 70 km from Jeypore, Duduma waterfall attracts those travellers who love nature and want to explore places beyond the stereotypical boundary of tourism.
Along with the picturesque waterfall, there is also a hydel power project plant and a customary dam to facilitate it. With prior permission from the authorities, you can pay a visit to the powerhouse and get a first-hand experience of how this alternate source of energy is created.
With the stunning natural beauty as well as the scope of scientific exploration make Duduma Waterfall a must-visit attraction site.
How to Reach
By Air
Vishakhapatnam houses the nearest airport for Jeypore, almost 259 km away. Taxis are easily available for hire from the airport to Jeypore.
By Road
One of the preferable ways to reach Jayepore is by road. Regular bus services under Government are run on regular basis. One of the cheapest, effective and uncomfortable means to reach Jayepore. Buses are also available from Andhra Pradesh, the nearby state.
By Train

Jeypore also has its own railway station. This railway station is properly linked to the other important railway stations in the state.

Duduma,Odisha,India

Location: Badigada, Odisha 764040, India
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