Historical Places of Odisha

Balangir - Where Majestic Aura Still Prevails

Balangir is an important commercial city with a rich cultural heritage. The place is famous for its beautiful setting with many old temples and shrines and the indigenous tribes that dwell here since time immemorial. This place still holds the past glory and charm of being the capital of......

Bhubaneswar - A Majestic Milieu Of Temples

Bhubaneswar, the capital city of Odisha, is a majestic town situated in the eastern part of India. Located on the south-west bank of river Mahanadi, the city features splendid architecture from the Kalinga period. This ancient city has a rich heritage of 3000 years. The landscape of Bhubaneswar......

Cuttack: A Historic City

Cuttack, situated at a distance of 28 km from the present capital city of Bhubaneswar, was the original capital city of Odisha (Orissa). It is considered as Odisha’s cultural and commercial capital. Cuttack is one of the largest and oldest cities of the state. It was known as Abhinaba Baranasi......

Dhenkanal - A Sun-kissed Hamlet

Dhenkanal, situated at a distance of 99 km from the capital city of Bhubaneswar, is a lovely place. Nature has played a great role in bestowing Dhenkanal with abundant natural beauty. The hamlet of Dhenkanal is a sun-kissed land that is rich in the natural treasures of flora and fauna. The beauty......

Kalahandi - Treasure Land Of Prehistoric Civilisation

Kalahandi is a district in Odisha rich in history and culture. Located on the confluence of the rivers Uttei and Tel, Kalahandi is a home to some very ancient temples of extensive architectural excellence dating back to the 12th century. Many picturesque hills along with cascading waterfalls add......

Keonjhar - Land Of Abundance

Keonjhar is a beautiful place situated on the northern fringes of Orissa. It is one of the largest districts in the state and it is also a municipality. The district is surrounded by the state of Jharkhand in its north and the three districts of Jajpur, Dhenkanal and Mayurbhanj in the south, west......

Konark - A Story Etched On Stone

Konark, located 65 km from the capital city of Bhubaneswar, is a beautiful town of stunning monuments and scenic beauty. Set against the bewitching coastline of the Bay of Bengal, this small town holds some of the most marvellous architectural majesties of India. Konark showcases the essence of......

Prachi Valley - Confluence Of Culture, Archaeology And Legend

Prachi Valley is located around 61 km from Bhubaneswar. Tourism in Prachi Valley is popular amongst the people who take keen interest in archaeology and history owing to its rich archaeological sites. It is situated on the bank of the river Prachi which is a tertiary river of river Mahanadi.......

Udayagiri - Land Of Buddhist Pilgrimage

Udayagiri is a perfect example of architectural masterpiece in India. In fact, one can correctly define it as a unique blend of natural bliss and human architecture. The place is of huge architectural and historical importance owing to the Buddhist monasteries, stupas and ruins of Jain......