City & Culture

Bhubaneswar, the capital of the East Indian state of Odisha, lies in its coastal region. Together with Konark and Puri, it forms the Swarna Tribhuja or Golden Triangle of Odisha’s Golden Triangle . This ancient city makes an ideal starting point for the traveller who wishes to explore the magnificence of Kalinga architecture, worship at its grand temples or enjoy the beaches of Puri.

Bhubaneswar is 30 km from Cuttack, the commercial capital of Odisha. It is also an important business centre in its own right. Bhubaneswar is also the seat of State assembly. It is considered one of the fast growing cities in India, with its Manufacturing and Information technology advancements. With more than 100 educational institutes in the city, Bhubaneswar is also very popular for students from Eastern part of India.

Odia is the most common language spoken with in the city. However, with a culture shifting towards cosmopolitan manner, Hindi and English are very much understood and accepted.

One of the most famous temples of Odisha, Lingaraj temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is also known as ‘Lingaraj’. It is approximately 54.8 metres high and enshrines a huge statue of Lord Shiva which is 8 feet in diameter and is made of granite. The deity is bathed everyday with milk, water and bhang (marijuana). It is believed that the temple’s construction history dates back to the later half of 11th century.The oldest temple in the city, the Lingaraja Temple is a popular tourist attraction and a must-visit place in Bhubaneswar. The architecture is also unique, and an outstanding example of Hindu temple structures.

The museum celebrates the craftsmanship of our artisans by putting on display their breath-taking masterpieces. Divided into 2 blocks, the museum has a display area and a live section. The display area focuses on galleries about Handicrafts and Handlooms from around the state while the live section is equipped with an outdoor Amphitheatre as well as separate workshop zones. Kala Bhoomi is built using local raw materials such as the Laterite stone which can still be seen in some of the oldest monuments around the state.

A popular attraction in Bhubaneswar is the set of natural and man-made caves present at Udayagiri and Khandagiri. These are twin hills which have rock-cut caves. Caves were built with artistic carvings around the 2nd century BCE. Travelers can find a temple at the top of Khandagiri hills. Temple has the statue of Risabhdev. There are a total of 33 caves in both the places, and has many sculptures and wall carvings. Situated amidst greenery, the important caves to be observed are the Hathigumpa cave in Udyagiri and Ananta cave in Khandagiri that showcases lovely figures of women and various motifs. The place is also filled with monkeys expecting a few treats from the visitors!

Nandankanan Zoological Park is a premier large zoo of India. Unlike other zoos in the country, Nandankanan is built right inside the forest and set in a completely natural environment.One of the many attractions in Bhubaneswar is the Nandankanan Zoo, spanning an area of over 990 acres, the zoo also has a botanical garden and the Kanjia lake. The large zoo houses over 1,660 animals including the exotic White Tiger, Asiatic Lion, Lion-Tailed Macaque, etc. The zoo is popular for successfully breeding endangered and vulnerable animals. It is a great outing for families with children.

The Odisha Golden Triangle is a beautiful introduction to the unexplored East Indian State of Odisha . A planned itinerary of 04 nights and 05 days to cover Bhubaneswar, Puri, Konark, Chillika Lake , Pipli and Dhauli. Marvel at the enchanting monuments, get blessings at the devotional sites, UNESCO World Heritage sites, lovely blessings of nature, creating a memorable trip. The Odisha Golden Triangle tour treats you to wonderful experiences, enjoying the alluring capital city Bhubaneswar, appealing beach city of Puri, mystical ruins of Konark, beautiful Chilika and charming Pipil and Dhauli. Get in touch with us for complete information.

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