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What to do and see in Odisha, India: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
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Restaurants in Odisha
1. Konark Sun Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,174 reviews
The 13th century temple, also known as the Black Pagoda, is a monumental Hindu structure dedicated to the sun God or Surya.
Reviewed By debashis77_12 - Dehradun, India
The Konark Sun Temple or the Black Pagoda as it is known, is the temple of sun god in the form of a chariot with horses pulling it.Now most part of the temple has been closed by ASI for safety and maintenance.So now the tourist may not have access to see the place where the first ray of sun drop in the morning, which I used to see in my childhood. If you stay in Konark or nearby area you can also see its beauty in night also.Please do carry an umbrella or hat and water bottle as you have to walk in open sun throughout your visit to konark.
2. Lingaraja Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,245 reviews
The city's most famous landmark.
Reviewed By guiltfreeexpressions - Mumbai, India
Fell in love rather rose in love upon reaching and experiencing Bhubhaneshwar,-Odisha, its architecture, religious psyche, the people.No less was my experience at this Iconic Lingaraj Temple.Being a ritualistic worshipper myself of almost all the traditions including the Vaishnavite and Shaivite tradition, am well versed the sacred hyms and articles of worship to be offered to the respective dieties.This was the only Temple from over ten thousand temples I have visited throughout India,Which not only allowed but celebrated the Worship of these 2 cosmic wielders of forces of Nature,I.e: sattva and tamoguna with their respective articles of significance -Tulsi leaves to Lord Narayana,and Bilva Leaves for Lord Shiva with their respective hyms.thiroughly enjoyed the ritual and time spent at the sanctum sanctorum thoroughly.Here also bought aswellas donated a Flag that would be hoisted atop of the Temple.Great Temple,Loved it thoroughly.
3. Jagannath Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,771 reviews
Reviewed By 2105bimal - Chandigarh, India
Nothing can describe the ultimate pilgrimage of Hindu religion. The seat of Lord Jagannath, literally the king of the world. From the vast temple complex, to the intricate carvings on the walls of the structure,to the flag which always flies in the opposite direction of the wind to the sanctum sanctorum where only the privileged see the Lord and his siblings is a very humbling experience. The kitchen is huge and cooking is done for approximately 50000 people daily by an army of cooks in only earthen vessels on a wood fire and water drawn from wells within the complex. This temple along with Konark should be on top of the bucket list when visiting Odisha, India.
4. Hirakud Dam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By eMokshaa - Hyderabad, India
Hirakud is the longest earthen Dam in the world and stands across the mighty river, Mahanadi, in the Sambalpur region of Odisha. The main dam has an overall length of 4.8 kms spanning between two hills. The dam is flanked by 21 km of earthen dykes on both the left and right sides. The dam and dykes together measure 25.8 kms. It also forms the biggest artificial lake in India. There are two observation towers on the dam one at each side. One is Gandhi Minar and the other one is Jawahar Minar. Both the observation towers present extensive views of the dam and lake.
5. Nandankanan Zoological Park
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4.5 based on 924 reviews
Reviewed By demishra - Bhubaneswar, India
It was a great place to visit since my childhood. The most advantage of Nandan kanan over other zoo are it's build and located inside of a forest, so the animals are more or less enjoying forest alike atmosphere . Extremely big with respect to the area . However mismanagement is there every where. Need to be taken care with extremely special care to preserve this gem
6. Cuttack Chandi Temple
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4.5 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By durga91 - Bengaluru, India
Visited cuttack chandi temple for my daughter's mundan ceremony. Not much crowded and gives me a serene feeling whenever I have entered temple premises. All sorts of puja and feast are done here and people are really helpful. If you visit this temple, dont miss out on the sweet Prasad.
7. Netaji Birth Place Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By Arindamray_2007 - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
A grate experience of us to visit the Netaji birth place Cuttack. It ambiance was very nice. We went to that place from Bhubaneswar by car. Entry fee to the museum Rs 10/- per person. The beautiful gardening around the museum along with nice emotional photos of Netaji around the garden. It took 1 hour to visit the two storied museum. The museum covered birth room, reading room, prism ambiance, library ( you can read books from library), INA (Indian National Army) bank , number of photos of political movements etc. There is a sell counter for different kinds of books, T Shirts etc.
8. Ram Mandir, Bhubaneswar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 335 reviews
Reviewed By sameerpradhan19 - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
It is a big temple located in sahid nagar, Janpath. It is the temple of Lord rama. Must visit this place.
9. Hanuman Vatika
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 96 reviews
Reviewed By Saratchowdhary - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
74 feet tall state of Lord Hanumanji towers above everything else. Beautiful, serene, divine. A park with many temples dedicated to different Hindu Gods.
10. Museum of Tribal Arts & Artifacts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 207 reviews
Reviewed By shyamanuja - New Delhi, India
Odisha is home to the maximum number of tribes - 62. Just spend 2-3 hours in this museum and you will get to know a lot about them. The best thing is they have a good AV kiosk. My son just freaked out on that. He developed a lifelong interest in tribal life in 3 hours. They also have a souvenir shop and a book shop. Book shop is really good. A must-visit for children aged 7-14
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