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| Lingaraj |
This city of Temples is well known for exquisitely carved temples like Lingaraj temple, Mukteswar temple, Rajarani temple and many more. The city is bustling with Educational & Research Institutions, hospitals, IT related establishments and climatically favourable place. Other places of interest in and around the city are Dhauli, khandagiri & Udaygiri, Nandankanan.
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| Dhauli |
Famous for the historic rock edict of Ashoka and the place of Kalinga. The Shanti Stupa – a 20th century structure by Japanese collaboration has great aesthetic appeal.
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| Khandagiri & Udayagiri |
Known for well carved, polished Jain caves and rock edict of Kharavela. Most famous caves are Hati Gumpha ( Elephant cave) and Rani Gumpha (Queen’s cave).
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| Nandankanan |
A beautiful natural setting is carved out of Chandaka Forest is one of the finest parks in the country. The white tiger safari, lion safari and many endangered species attract the attention of visitors. Boating, Toy trains, Cable cars and the Botanical garden are the added attractions.
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| Chilka |
Largest inland lake of the country and this brackish water lagoon is home to diversified classes of fauna. This is also an important sanctuary and water resort for migratory birds. Other places of interest in and around Chilka are :
Parikuda and Maluda: Populous island inside the lake.
Kalijai: Rocky Island associated with many legends.
Satapada: A retreat in the bosom of nature to witness thrilling sights of Dolphins.
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| Konark |
Famous Konark temple here, is conceived has a gigantic chariot for ‘Sun God’. This ‘Black Pagoda’ ‘The Epic on Stone’ is a superb architectural monument bustling with power and grace beside the enchanted shoreline. Other places of interest in and around Konark is:
Chandrabhaga: The beach here is longed for the scenes of sunrise on sea.
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| Puri |
Famous for the temple of Lord Sri Jagannath. A tourist destination for the Golden beach with Sun, Sea and Surf. This ancient town is one of the pithas established by Shankaracharya. Other places of interest in and around this pilgrim town are:
Sakhigopal Temple: This temple is well known for worship of Radha and Krishna.
Lokanath Temple: This temple at Puri is the seat of Lord Shiva.
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| Bhitarakanika |
This marine sanctuary of 672 sq.kms. is in the estuary of Brahmani River. This mangrove-dominated sanctuary harbours a wide variety of reptiles, birds and mammals.
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| Nrusimhanath Temple |
The 15th century temple at the foot of Gandhamardan mountain is a famous pilgrimage destination. |
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| Simlipal |
One of the biggest wild life sanctuaries of the country well known for its sylvian beauty of valleys and waterfalls. This mesmerize the visitors. Other places in and around Simlipal are:
Barehipani: The waterfall within a thrilling surrounding amuses visitors.
Joranda: This waterfall is also full of amazing sights.
Chahala: A place to witness wild life live. |
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| Tikarpara |
| Tikarpara, a small village in the Angul district of Orissa that commands a stunning view of the surrounding rugged terrain. For Tikarpara's strategic location midway on the 22 km stretch of the world famous Satkosia Gorge makes it a popular tourist destination for wildlife and adventure sports enthusiasts |
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| Sakshi Gopal |
| Sakshi Gopal (literal meaning, the witness lord) is a place 20 km away from Puri where a life-size image of the child Krishna is being built. This was to commemorate the incident when lord Krishna came to this place as a witness to clear out a dispute of two Brahmans. |
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| Gupteswar |
| Gupteswar is famous for the cave shrine of Lord Shiva located at the top of a limestone hill, which is about 500 metres above sea level. Surrounded by dense forest of Sal trees and flanked by Kolab River, the six feet Lingam stands in the cave. |
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| Ratnagiri |
| Ratnagiri in the Birupa river valley in the district of Jajpur is another famous Buddhist centre. The small hill near the village of the same name has rich Buddhist antiquities. A large-scale excavation has unearthed two large monasteries, a big stupa, Buddhist shrines, sculptures, and a large number of votive stupas. |
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