General Information
The skyline of Bhubaneswar is dominated by the temples that are a true
spectacle of the architectural capabilities of the people of this historic
city.
State Name
Orissa
Distance from Major Cities
Varanasi >> 122 km, Patna >> 368 km, Konark >> 65 km and
Puri >> 31 km
Weather Climate
Summer: 40 °C - 29°C Winter: 28 °C - 16 °C.
Also Known As
Temple Town'
Population
647302
Religions (Major Religion)
Islam, hinduism
Language
Oriya, Hindi, and English
Cuisine
seafood, with crabs and lobsters, curd (yoghurt) and coconut milk, Small
cakes, or 'pithas' which are both sweet and savoury, Chhenapodapitha, the
caramelised custard-like dessert, rice, fruits and vegetables.
Restaurants
Hotel Pushpak, Golden Bird - Restaurant, The Rock - Bar, Yum Yum - Fast
Food, Tulsi - Pure Veg. Restaurant
Temples
Parashurameshwara Temple , Vaital Deul, Mukteshwar Temple, Rajarani Temple,
Brahmeswara Temple, Lingaraja temple,
Monuments
Orissa State Museum, Handicrafts Museum, Tribal Museum
Other Attractions
Ashokashtami festival, Adivasi Mela, Durga Puja, Janmashtami, and Kali Puja
Wildlife
Nandankanan wildlife sanctuary
Excursions
Udaygiri and Khandgiri caves (7 km), Atri Springs (42 km), Konark (65 kms),
Area
155707 sq km
Main Business Centres
Apeejay Business Centre 15, Park Street, Apeejay House, Plaza Explore,
State Electronic Development Centre (OSEDC) each at the proposed centres
Shopping
Utkalika , State Emporium, Pipli workshops
Things To Buy
local arts and craft articles, Garments and other utility items made out of
applique work, Silver Filigree work of Orissa, Wood sculpture, images of
gods and goddesses, Sambalpuri silk and cotton saris, bed covers, tapestry;
those from Berhampur make silk saris, gold embroidery, tassar silk; and
those from Nuapatna, Maniabandh Nuapatna, Mankidia, Mayurbhanj make Cuttaki
saris, silk tassar saris, and some fine cottons
Airport
Biju Patnaik Airport
Rail Road
Bhubaneshwar railway station
GOI Tourist Office
B/21,B.J.B Nagar Tel: (0674) 412203
Entertainment
cinema halls, theatres, clubs
Best Season
October to April
