Odisha

Islands often give an imagery of an unknown world. It is always exciting to explore such unique places. We have heard about majestic natural islands but artificial islands are rare! In this article, we are going to two such man-made islands ...

A lake bed always acts as a peaceful spot; when we are bored of the traffic-filled streets, just a 5-minute walk on the lake bed is all it takes to feel better. If a small lake can provide such a feeling, ...

Out of the 51 shakti peethas, the Tara Tarini Temple is one among the 4 Adi Shakti Peethas. The temple is located around 25km from Berhampur of Odisha, the temple is one of the major religious centres of the state. The ...

The temples of India are unique for its rich architecture and the interesting legends behind them. From devotees to travellers, these temples see a rush of people from every part of the world. The Konark Sun Temple is one such wonder ...

Odisha, fondly called the Soul of India, is rich in its culture and heritage, making it one of the most visited tourist destinations in India. This culturally strong state also has some of the best beaches in India. Let's explore Chandipur ...

Some peculiar sight awaits you at this temple. One glance at it and you will wonder whether it is a temple or a bell shop! Yes, this feature makes it a special one for sure. It is a common site to ...

'Nath Tradition' has a great following in Hinduism. Among various shrines across the country, Baba Gorakhnath temple in Jagatsinghpur of Odisha is most revered in this tradition. The town of Jagatsinghpur is around 65km from Odisha's capital Bhubaneshwar. Idol of ...

Puri Rath Yatra has a long tradition and has a lot of amazing customs. In this article, let us know more about a few more rituals performed during the Rath Yatra in Puri. Anavasara or Anasara It is believed that the ...

Have you ever tried to learn about the rituals or customs followed during a festival? You might roll your eyes and ask what is so interesting about it! Well, each and every festival has an exciting story behind it; only when ...

Leaving the impression of foot-prints on the sand, head towards the mesmerising coastal lines of Odisha! Waves invite you to play 'hide and seek'; the cool breeze singing welcome songs makes you want for more. Such are the vistas of beaches ...

Devi Shakti or Shakti is related to goddess Parvati and there are various Shakti Peethas (shrines) in India. The legend of Sati's self-immolation is an important part in the formation of devi temples in India. After self-immolation, each part of Sati's ...

Bhubaneshwar, the capital city of Odisha, is known for its temple architecture. There are a number of temples in this city and most of them are dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is believed that Emperor Ashoka fought the famous Kalinga war ...