Destinations :: Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar, the capital of Odisha (Formerly Orissa), is also popularly known as the "Temple City of India". Being the seat of Tribhubaneswar or 'Lord Lingaraj', Bhubaneswar is an important Hindu pilgrimage centre. Hundreds of temples dot the landscape of the Old Town, which once boasted of more than 2000 temples. Bhubaneswar is the place where temple building activities of Orissan style flowered from its very inception to its fullest culmination extending over a period of over one thousand years.

The new Bhubaneswar with its modern buildings and extensive infrastructure perfectly complements its historic surroundings. With facilities to cater to every type of visitor, Bhubaneswar makes an ideal tourist destination.

Food and Dining

ATM's & Banks

Art and Craft

Nandan Kanan Zoological Park

Movie Theatre's

Festivals and Celebrations

Attractions

Sports Stadium

Major Landmarks

Shopping

Cultural Monuments and Temples

Parks

Weather

Airport and Station

There are many options for local transport in Bhubaneswar for visitors. You can hire chauffered cars or use the public transport system of town buses or the autorickshaws, either on a share system which will cost around Rs.4 between major junctions or on dedicated hire system. As there is no meter on the auto's it is advisable to find out how much the journey should cost from the hotel/friends beforehand. Cars can be hired for a minimum of 4 hours and you can get all varieties ranging from economy to super luxury vehicles.

Excusions around Bhubaneshwar