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  • The state of Orissa, now renamed as Odisha is located in the eastern region of the country and has a coastline along the southern part of Bay of Bengal. A large part of the state still continues to be adorned with a lush-green cover. Orissa has several luxury and budget hotels that one can look forward to experiencing when planning a vacation here.
  • Bhubaneswar is the capital and also the largest city of Orissa. The state has a rich cultural heritage as this is the land where Kalinga Kingdom held its reigns. This was where The Kalinga War was fought when Asoka invaded the region. The state is also home to some of the country’s most important pilgrimage sites that one can explore when visiting Orissa. You can book some of the best budget and luxury hotels in Orissa by making use of the various deals on offer.
Top cities and localities in Orissa
  • Udaygiri and Khandagiri Caves: Formerly known as Cuttack caves, the marvellous architecture of these stone-carved caves is simply breathtaking. The caves are partially natural and partially man-made, and the impeccable carvings and sculptures here are a wonderful sight to behold.
  • Konark Sun Temple: This temple was built during the 13th century and continues to be an exemplary depiction of the remarkable architecture and carvings from that era. Most parts of the temple now lie in ruins but it still continues to be a sight of beauty for tourists from all over the world.
  • Chandrabhaga Beach: Just 10 minutes from Konark Sun Temple, this is a serene and beautiful beach holding religious importance. A seven-day fair (Chandrabhaga Mela) devoted to the Sun God is organised here every year.
  • Bhubaneswar: The capital city of Orissa is popularly known as the ‘city of temples’. The rich historical background of this city dates back to some 2000 years. The different architectural designs from the different eras give a peek into the historic times that the city has witnessed. The rich Indian culture and vibrant history of Orissa is evidently visible in the temples and other structures of Bhubaneswar.
  • Raghurajpur: This quaint little village is the place to be if you want to experience the rural life of Orissa. The artwork, handicrafts and carvings available in the local markets here exhibit the true culture of Orissa.
  • Pipli: This is the town where you can explore the creativity of the people in Orissa. Buy as many souvenirs you want and enjoy the colourful craft items available in the local markets.
Things to do
  • Bird watching at Chilika Lake is extremely popular amongst the tourists here. This is the largest coastal lagoon in the country and a very important landmark in the state of Orissa. Enjoy a beautiful sunset here and cherish beautiful memories to take them back with you.
  • Jagannath Temple is one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Hindus. It is also listed amongst the top four holy places of India.
  • Nandankanan Zoological Park is the place where you can take your kids for a picnic and enjoy watching animals with them.
  • Chandipur Beach is the one where you can soak in the beauty of nature while strolling. The sunset view from here is spectacular. And you can also feast on the delectable seafood here which is available around.
  • Simlipal National Park is home to the rich diversity of wildlife in Orissa. There are a couple of waterfalls located here that further add to the wonderful aura of the place.
How to reach
  • By Air: There are several working airports in the state and some more are in the pipeline for better inter-state connectivity. The airports at Bhubaneswar, Berhampur, Rourkela and Jeypore offer good connectivity with the rest of the country.
  • By Rail: All the major cities and towns in Orissa are well-connected with each other as well as with the rest of the country by Indian Railways.
  • By Road: The road network in the state is also quite extensive and you can even explore some of the remote and rural sites in the state with ease.
Transportation hubs
  • Cab: One can easily hire cabs either from their hotel or from the airport.
  • Bus: The Orissa State Government-run bus services are equally prompt and even cheap to travel.
Attractions

Bhitarkanika Wetland, Ratnagiri, Nandankanan Zoological Park, Jagannath Temple, Raghurajpur, Bhubaneswar, Udaygiri and Khandagiri Caves are some of the major attractions in Orissa. So enjoy your vacation in Orissa by making your hotel bookings at great discounts.