subject: Places To Visit In Orissa [print this page] The Bay of Bengal has given so many picturesque locations to the country, among which Orissa is a state that is blessed with natural beauty. There are beautiful beaches and forests which make the place a must visit. The state has a number of world famous temples that are visited by tourists from all over the world. The Jagannath Temple of Puri, Sun Temple of Konark and Lingaraj Temple of Bhubaneswar are the holy shrines of Hindus that hold a very important place in the Indian mythology.
Orissa is an amalgamation of different cultures and the different segments of the Oriya people have faith in different religions, like Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, Jainism, and others. The beauty of the state is not yet properly explored and one who has not travelled Orissa can only imagine that what beautiful places the state has in its interior areas. Here is a list of some places that have lured visitors to visit Orissa.
1.Bhubaneswar: The capital city of Orissa reflects the culture of the state very beautifully. The city is home to a number of temples with wonderful architecture. Nandan Kanan, the wild life reserve of the state, has 1660 types of animals and birds representing 120 species. The animals in the Nandan Kanan are not caged, which give a thrilling experience to the visitors.
2.Puri: It is the holy Shrine for Hindus. The Rath Yatra of Puri is popular worldwide and many foreigners feel blessed to be a part of the Ratha Yatra. The beach of Puri is very beautiful and is always crowded by tourists from different parts of the country. The hotels in Puri are also cheap as compared to other tourist places. The city is very near to the capital city. Handicraft items of Orissa are also popular and you can find a number of beautiful showpieces made up of filigree sold in emporiums as well beautiful lamp shades available in bright colours.
3.Konark: The Sun Temple of Konark is very majestic and is an example of the old and wonderful architecture. The 'Konark Festival' is the event that is celebrated on the backdrop of Konark Sun Temple. The temple is famous for its majestic size and architecture. The Chandrabhaga beach near Konark is also very popular among the tourists as a place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature.
4.Chilka: It is the largest brackish water lagoon in Asia, which is a very popular destination for bird migration coming from colder places like Siberia. You can also have a good time there in Chilka Lake while indulging yourself in boating, fishing and bird watching.
Orissa is famous for the prevailing art and culture. The Odissi dance is a beautiful form of dance and has been carried as legacy since ages. The music and dance of Orissa holds a supreme position in the classical music and dance of India. The wedding styles are also very colourful. The Oriya people are very simple and believe in match making from their community only.
