About Odisha
Odisha is one of the most attractive eastern coastal states of India. Here you can experience a blend of history and culture
with a touch of nature and art. Odisha Eco Tourism includes many famous places and temples. The tourist attractions of Odisha
vary from ancient temples, sun-kissed beaches, wildlife sanctuaries, and colorful bazaars. Visit Puri called the
‘second Matha’ of Odisha, which houses the renowned Puri Jagannath Temple. This temple is famous for the Lord Jagannath.
It is one of the most important pilgrimage centers of India and the center of the chariot festival as it is often called,
during which giant chariots are pulled through the streets. About 600 meters away from the temple premises is Puri Beach.
Tourists can sunbathe, taste delicious seafood, and fruits, or stroll through markets with various hand-made souvenirs.
Visit Gopalpur Beach as it offers different water sports for visitors. You can plan your trip easily and make the most
of your trip with the Odisha travel guide. You can visit the classical Kalinga-style temple, Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar.
It is an 11th-century temple of Lord Shiva, popular for its beautiful carvings. Another area is the EkamraHaat, a cultural
bazaar displaying Odisha’s handlooms, like the Sambalpuri saree. You can also visit the Odisha State Museum which has
massive artifacts, sculptures, and artworks.
Another well-known destination is Konark, which is famous for the Konark Sun
Temple. It has been built in the form of a colossal chariot having beautifully sculptured wheels and horses. The other
museum located close to Konark Temple is known as Konark Archaeological Museum. Book the Bhubaneswar Puri tour package
if you want to visit all the attractions of both cities. Tourists interested in nature will also have a good time in the
Chilika Lake – this is Asia’s largest brackish water lagoon. Chilika is famous for its bio-diversity and is particularly
one of the best destinations to watch birds. Boating facilities for the lake are available for leisure tourism where one
can visit Satapada or Kalijai islands and also have a glance at a variety of migratory birds including the endangered
Irrawaddy dolphin.
Rourkela gives a sneak peek into Rourkela Steel Plant one of the first integrated steel units in the
country. Close by is the Mandira Dam which provides a perfect spot for a picnic due to the scenic views of the dam.Odisha
is predominantly associated with Buddhism and one can find remnants of stupas, monasteries, and other relics at Lalitgiri,
Udayagiri, and Ratnagiri. Wildlife lovers should visit the Simlipal National Park, where you can see wild animals including
tigers, elephants, and different types of deer. You can take a safari to see the natural beauty of both Joranda Falls and
Barehipani Falls in the park. Kiomoi’s Odisha tour packages allow you to explore the attractions of this beautiful
state.Geography: Orissa is located on the eastern coast of India. The beautiful state extends from 17 degrees 49’ north to 22degree 34’
north latitude and from 81 degrees 29’ east to 87 degrees 29’ east longitude. Orissa is sprawled across the area of 155,707 Sq Km.
Towards the northeast of the state there lies the state of West Bengal. In the north side, there is Bihar touching the state of
Orissa, in the south there lies Andhra Pradesh and in the east, Orissa kisses the sunlit waters of Bay of Bengal.
Physiographically, Orissa can be separated into three major sections.The Coastal plains.The Middle mountainous country.
Climate: Orissa experiences a moderate climate throughout the year. The temperatures don’t go to the extremes in summer and
winter. The three important seasons in Orissa are summer, winter and monsoon season. Summer is experienced in the months of
Feb to June. Winter occurs from October to Feb. and monsoon season occurs from June to October. Orissa enjoys a sultry monsoon
type of climate similar to most other parts of the country. Its annual average rainfall is about 200cm.The Plateaus and rolling
uplands.
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