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Orissa is filled with interesting destinations and
just deciding on what to do and where to go can
often be a daunting task. In order to help you in
planning your trip, we have compiled a list of
possible destinations with a small list of nearby
places which you could visit while there. This
collection is by no means exhaustive, and your
tour operator, in India or at your city, can help
you in arranging your trip.
BHUBANESWAR
- The State Capital, is a perfect blend
of the past and present. It is dotted with ancient
temples and monuments, while also offering the
very best in accommodation and entertainment. It
is one of the preferred bases for tourists wanting
a quick glimpse of Orissa.
While at Bhubaneswar, you
could also visit:
Dhauli, Sisupalgarh, Hirapur, Atri,
Nandankanan
PURI
- The Abode of Lord Jagannath, is also
famous for its beautiful beach. It attracts both
pilgrims and pleasure seekers alike, and it is not
surprising that some of the now permanent
residents of the enchanting town were originally
visitors who decided to stay back!
While at Puri, you
could also visit:
Balighai, Brahmagiri, Satyabadi, Baliharachandi, Raghurajpur, Satapada
KONARK
- Famous for the Sun Temple, this small
hamlet plays host to a huge number of visitors who
are spell bound by both the size of the temple as
well as the delicacy of the erotic sculpture. The
beautiful Chandrabhaga beach is an added bonus to
visitors to help them relax after the awe
inspiring tour of the temple.
While at Konark, you
could visit:
Kuruma, Chaurasi, Ramachandi, Astranga
CHILIKA
- Asia's Largest Brackish Water Lake,
is famous for the wide variety of birds that come
here during winter. It is also home to the
Irrawady Dolphins that make every trip into the
lake memorable.
While at Chilika, you could
visit:
Narayani, Nirmaljhara, Banpur
CUTTACK
- The Millennium City
Ansupa, Bhattarika, Chhatia, Chandikhol, Choudwar, Dhabaleswar, Jajpur, Kendrapara, Naraj, Niali-Madhava, Paradeep, Patharajpur, Ratnagiri, Lalitgiri, Udayagiri
ROURKELA
- The Steel City of Orissa
Vedavyas, Junagarh, Rajgangpur, Pitamahal, Ushakothi, Mandira
Dam, Khandadhar, Darjeeng, Ghogar
BARIPADA
- Home of the famous Chhau Dance
Khiching
JEYPORE
- The base for exploring Tribal Orissa
Bagra, Papadahandi, Nandapur, Sunabeda, Duduma, Gupteswar, Hatipathar, Minna
Jhola
BHAWANIPATNA
Karlapat, Junagarh, Phurli Jharan
BALASORE
Chandipur, Panchalingeswar, Chandaneswar, Balaramagadi, Chandbali, Aradi, Dhamra, Raibania
BERHAMPUR
Gopalpur, Aryapalli, Taptapani, Mahendragiri, Taratarini
BOLANGIR
Harishankar, Ranipur-Jharial, Patnagarh, Sonepur
PHULBANI
Balaskumpa, Padmatala, Puruna Katak, Charisambhu, Chakapad, Putudi, Dalringibadi, Balghar, Boudh
DHENKANAL
Kapilas, Joranda, Saptasajya, Tikarpada
KEONJHAR
Sitabinji, Khandadhar, Sanghagara, Badghagera, Gonasika, Murga
Mahadeva
SAMBALPUR
Hirakud Dam, Ushakothi, Chiplima, Nrusinhamnath, Huma, Vikramkhol, Pradhanpat
SIMPLPAL
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