The capital of Odisha, is a city rich in history, culture, and natural beauty, offering a
comprehensive experience for both work and holiday travelers. Bhubaneswar is one of the most famous
destinations in Odisha. Although it is known as the ‘Temple
City’, it is much more than that, starting from architectural marvels to natural
beauties.
Situated near the banks of river Daya near Bhubaneswar, Dhauli is known to have been the
silent witness of one of the most flaming wars in annals of Indian history. In 261 B.C the
famous Kalinga war is said to have taken place here.
Rajarani temple is one of the most renowned temples in Bhubaneswar. It is made from the
wonderful red and gold sand stone, which is locally known as Rajarani and this is what gives
the temple its name of ‘Raja Rani’.
Lingaraj Temple is situated in Bhubaneswar at a distance of about 30 km. It is an ancient
temple built in the 7 th century A.D. Fortified walls surround the temple with many other
shrines of different deities.
Odisha State Museum is situated in the capital, Bhubaneswar. This museum was founded by
two famous historians named Professor N.C. Banerjee and Professor Ghanshyam Dash of
Ravenshaw College in the year 1932.
The Regional Museum of Natural History was established in the year 2004 with the motive to
create awareness about the environment and promoting conservation education among the
general public and students.
The Nandankanan zoological park, established in 1960, nestled amongst the unruffled
extension of Chandaka forests in Bhubaneswar, is a major tourist attraction of Odisha.
Mukteswar temple is situated in Bhubaneswar. It was built in 10th century. The temple is
decorated with very fine and beautiful carvings by Viswakarma Moharana sculptors. The art
work done inside the temple is really admirable.
The Yogini Shrine is situated on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar, nearly about 15km south
west from the main city. It is hypaethral (open to the sky), and belongs to a genre of
architecture completely apart from the major Odishan school.
Sisupalgarh is located close to the famous Lingaraj temple of Bhubaneswar. It is a
historic place with the ruins of a fortified city strewn all over the area.
Located near the Bindu Sagar tank, this temple has a double storey ‘wagon roof’, an
influence from Buddhist Cave architecture. This interesting 8th century temple is dedicated
to Chamunda (Kali).
Parasurameswara Temple, built in 650 AD, is one of the oldest temples existing in
Bhubaneswar. A typical example of the Orissan style of temple architecture.
The village Kenduli is situated on the Prachi river in Balianta police station of
Bhubaneswar tahasil. It was originally a Sasan or Brahmin settlement.
