Odisha is known for its diverse tribal cultures and a number of ancient Hindu temples structures. It is also the land of paddy fields and is blessed with long stretches of the coastline along the Bay of Bengal.

At a Glimpse

This state is a heaven for food lovers from across the nation. The state has a variety of fish and meat dishes alongside simple staples like fermented rice and fish curries. This hidden gem of a state has Odiya and English as the official languages and has many notable places to visit for the historically inclined vacationers to the state.

Places to Visit

The land of Odisha has been mentioned in the Mahabharata and this means that it has been inhabited continuously for more than 2,500 years. The state has numerous temple complexes, and the most famous ones are the Lingaraj temple complex in Bhubaneswar and the Mukteshvara Temple. Besides that, there is the famous Konark temple complex in Puri. The Simplipal National Park is a protected wildlife region with a tiger reserve for wildlife enthusiasts.