Odisha is filled with interesting destinations and just
deciding on what to do and where to go can often be a daunting task. In
order to help you in planning your trip, we have compiled a list of
possible itineraries. This collection is by no means exhaustive, and
your tour operator, in India or at your city, can help you in arranging
your trip.
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Bhubaneswar - Puri -
Konark
These three places form an integral part of the 'Golden Triangle' .
Tourists flock the Golden Triangle for paying their homages to the
religious, cultural and natural wonders that abound here. Puri
Jagannath Temple, Sun Temple, Lingaraj Temple, Rajarani Temple,
Chandrabhaga and Puri Beaches are a few main attractions of the
region.
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Khandagiri & Udayagiri -
Nandankanan - Atri - Dhauli - Hirapur - Pipli - Raghurajpur -
Satapara
Mahavira Jain Temple in Khandagiri; Buddhist stupa in Dhauli,
Biological Park and Zoo in Nandankanan; Hot Sulphur Spring with
medicinal properties at Atri; Yogini Shrine at Hirapur; Satapara
with dancing dolphins throughout the year; the famous applique work
at Pipli, and Patachitras of Raghurajpur are covered in this tour.
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Cuttack - Dhavaleswar -
Chandikhol - Jajpur
A bustling commercial centre on the delta formed by the Mahanadi and
Kathjori rivers, Cuttack is famous for its silver filigree work,
Dhavaleswar for water sports and the sacred Shrine of Lord Shiva;
Jajpur formed the ancient capital of Utkal and famed as Narigaya
tirtha, while the enchanting sylvan spring and thickly wooded hills
of Chandikhol attracts the tourists to this region.
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Udayagiri - Ratnagiri -
Lalitgiri - Kendrapara - Paradeep - Bhitarkanika
A large Buddhist complex at the hillsides of Udayagiri, Ratnagiri
and Lalitgiri; temple of Lord Baladeva at Kendrapara; a modern port
with hectic tourist activity at Paradeep and the estuarine crocodile
sanctuary at Bhitarkanika form a major part of this tour.
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Chilika -
Gopalpur-on-sea - Berhampur - Jaugada - Taptapani - Mahendragiri
Chilika Bird Sanctuary; a quiet beach at Gopalpur-on-sea, silk
weavers of Berhampur; Ashokan rock edicts at Jaugada; hot sulphur
spring at Taptapani and the mountain trails of Mahendragiri hill
give a rewarding time to the tourists to this region.
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Balasore - Chandipur -
Panchalingeswar - Talasari
Rich with the fertile belt, Balasore is called the Granary of
Odisha. Chandipur and Talasari are famous for their beaches, and the
five lingams at Panchalingeswar make it a revered venue for numerous
devotees.
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Baripada - Similipal -
Khiching
The Tiger Reserve and Sanctuary at Similipal attracts the tiger
lovers; Baripada is an ideal place to pick up handloom products of
Chandanpur and stone carvings of Khiching which is also famous for
the temple of Goddess Kichakeswari.
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Keonjhar - Khandadhar -
Gonasika - Ghatgaon
Rich mineral deposits and the two waterfalls - Sanaghagara and
Badghagara at Keonjhar; a 152 m. high waterfall at Khandadhar;
Temple of Brahmeswar Mahadev at Gonasika and the Shrine of Goddess
Tarini at Ghatgaon are a few of the wondrous attractions of the
tour.
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Dhenkanal - Saptasajya -
Kapilas - Tikarpara
The most ancient forest covers of Odisha at Dhenkanal shelters the
elephants, tigers and numerous species of birds and beasts;
Saptasajya is a favourite pilgrimage spot with the temples of
Saptarshi and Raghunath; the loftiest peak of Kapilas range
enshrines the temple of Lord Shiva Chandrashekhar, and the exotic
environs of Tikarpara Sanctuary protects the Gharial crocodile
population.
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Sambalpur - Huma -
Ushakothi - Hirakud Dam - Nrusinghanath
Sambalpur is famous for the internationally renowned textiles
(ikat), rich tribal heritage and fabulous forestlands; Huma is home
to the famous Leaning Temple dedicated to Lord Bimaleswar; Ushakothi
houses a wildlife sanctuary; Hirakud Dam across the Mahanadi river
is one of the world's longest dams; and, the Vidala-Nrusimha Temple
at Nrusinghanath stands amidst the verdant beauty of the picturesque
Gandhamardan hills.
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Balangir - Harishankar -
Sonepur - Ranipur-Jharial
Green forests where wildlife roams free; the Gandhamardan hill with
foaming waters sparkle at Harishankar waterfalls; The mini temple
town of Sonepur and the reminiscence of Saivite, Vaishnavite,
Buddhist and the unique sixty-four Yogini temple in the twin
villages of Ranipur-Jharial are a great interest to tourists.
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Bhawanipatna -
Patalaganga- Phurli Jharan
An oldest town; the natural spring at Patalaganga and a huge
perennial waterfall at Phurli Jharan lend a gorgeous and relaxing
view to the picknickers.
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Koraput - Sunabeda -
Duduma - Gupteswar - Hatipathar - Minna-Jhola
Koraput district abounds in meadows, forests, waterfalls, terraced
valleys and darting springs; Sunabeda is a wonderful example of
Odisha's gorgeous landscapes; the glittering waterfall at Duduma;
Lord Shiva reigns supreme at Gupteswar; natural boulders at
Hatipathar appear to be elephants in certain light; on the
confluence of three rivers, Minna-Jhola is a perfect place to relax
in the sun.
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Phulbani - Boudh -
Chakapad - Dairingbadi
Rich tribal culture and colourful flora and fauna adorn Phulbani;
the Buddhist shrine at Boudh; temple of Lord Birupaksha and
southwards leaning trees at Chakapad, and the scenic beauty of
Daringbadi (also known as 'Kashmir of Odisha') attract the tourists
to this region.
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Rourkela - Khandadhar -
Vedavyas - Mandira
Rourkela is famous for its Steel Plant, Indira Gandhi Park and the
highest Hanuman Statue of India; Khandadhar for its glittering
waterfall; Vedavyas for its natural beauty and Mandira for its dam
and picturesque surroundings.