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Temples & Monuments

The patronage of the Kings and skillful craftsmanship left behind a body of work which captures our imagination even today.

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The historical monuments of Odisha stand testament to the glorious architectural heritage of the state. The Kalinga Architecture as it is known came into existence in the 6th century AD and continued unabated till the 16th Century AD. The Kings or Gajapati’s of Kalinga irrespective of dynasty ...

The historical monuments of Odisha stand testament to the glorious architectural heritage of the state. The Kalinga Architecture as it is known came into existence in the 6th century AD and continued unabated till the 16th Century AD. The Kings or Gajapati’s of Kalinga irrespective of dynasty encouraged the architects to express their creativity by infusing life into stone. What makes the Kalinga Architecture so distinctive and pleasing to the eye is its, structural details, plan, elevation and skillfully crafted figurines which adorns the outer walls of the monuments. The other notable thing about the monuments of Odisha is that the architectural style wasn’t rigid and throughout its history it continued to evolve incorporating new styles and aspects which added to their legend.

The monuments were not just restricted to places of worship. Infact they were the epicenter of the socio- cultural activities which shaped our social customs and beliefs, which are followed even today.

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Top Places to Visit

Get amazed by the treasure trove of the unexplored and untouched Temples & Monuments of Odisha. Here's our pick of the TOP 6 Temples & Monuments destinations in Odisha. Scoll the list below and unearth the Odisha's best rightly called India's Best Kept Secret Gems!

Getting There

Odisha is well connected with major cities of India and South East Asia. By virtue of its demography it comes under the East Coast Railway division & with Bhubaneswar being a full-fledged International Airport, It has direct flights to major cities of India and International capital like Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok. Odisha with its beautiful landscape and well paved roads provides a delightful experience to bikers and car enthusiasts & the state road transport has a robust bus service to tourist destinations of the State from major cities of Odisha. Click here  to view air/train schedules.

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Insider's Stories

So why is Odisha touted as Incredible India's Best Kept Secret. What is it about the places, people , landscape, art , culture and history that entices? What makes Odisha the land of cathartic Spiritual experiences, intricate art and immortal architecture regaling many timeless tales, flair for dance and drama, pristine beaches, delectable cuisines stunning landscapes and formidable yet elegant wildlife. Don't take our word for it ; read the through the journeys and experiences of the many travel enthusiasts who have traversed and fallen in love with the land of Odisha!

EXPLORING VARIOUS FACETS OF ODISHA

A man may roam across the world, see all the beauties bestowed by nature, eat delicious cuisines and see sights unimaginable but nothing compares to the unparalleled beauty of home making him return every single time. For us - the people of Odisha, ourmotherland holds a special place in our hearts,not only for the emotional connect but also for its pure unadulterated natural beauty, vibrant ...
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PALLAVI DASH

PHUNTSOKLING A trip to the Land of Happiness and Plenty

The Tibetans call it Phunt-sokling, which literally trans-lates to -“Land of Happiness and Plenty” and a road trip to this land truly brought nothing but happiness to me. Jirang, referred to as the Mini Tibet or Little Ti-bet of Odisha houses the largest Buddhist monastery in eastern India. Inaugurated by The Dalai Lama in 2010, it is known as the Padmasambhava Mahavihara monastery.
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Mamta Sahoo

CHAUSATHI YOGINIS OF HIRAPUR RANIPUR JHARIAL: A REVELATION

My tryst with the Yoginis began with a training assignment at Hirapur,anondescript village near Bhu-baneswar where the relative-ly unknown Chausathi Yogini Temple is located. I did not re-alize then that I was stepping into a passion that would deep-ly connect me to the elusive Yoginis.
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DR. ADYASHA DAS

Trails Covering Temples & Monuments

Like what you see? Looking to have a well rounded experience in Odisha? Scroll to see a list of the choicest of curated pre-packaged tours covering the most coveted destinations in Odisha .Browse the list and see details of the trail/package which interests you most. Contact the Dept. Of Tourism recogonized Tour Operator who has published the tour and finalize your trip to Odisha today!

More Places to See

Khiching

A Perfect Example of Temple Renovation
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Biraja Temple

An Ancient Site & A Unique Form of Shakti
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Samaleswari Temple

The Belief of A King & Veneration of The Devotees.
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Tara Tarini

The Legend of The Goddess & The Reverence of Her Devotees
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Chausathi Yogini

The Power, Grace & Benevolence of The Yogini’s
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Ananta Basudeva Temple

The Devotion of A Queen & Her Perseverance
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Parasurameswar Temple

The Temple of Evolution
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Huma

The Leaning Temple of Odisha
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Find a Tour Operator

Below is a list of Travel Agency/Tour Operators who are recognized by the Dept. Of Tourism and are trusted Local Specialists. Contact them today to plan a well rounded trip to Odisha and getting the best deals! Their packages cover everything from the most visited to the off-beat, from the most ancient to the most urbane, from mountains to beaches, from the wild city life to the spending nights under a cieling of stars in the actual wilderness! Click on the contact button and get a call back now!

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M/s. Grace Tours & Travels
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KORAPUT, Odisha, India
Red Cross Stall, Infront of Sub-Collector Office, Koraput-764020

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M/s. Dove Tours Pvt. Ltd.
Address

BBSR, Odisha, India
C/23, Market Building, Saheed Nagar, Bhubaneswar -751007

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M/s. Dulcimer Tours
Address

PURI, Odisha, India
Plot no- 813, KAPATHENGA, CHANDANPUR, Puri

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