Bhubaneswar Tourism

"Temple City of India" Bhubaneswar Tourism Bhubaneswar, the temple city of India, once known for its architecture and grand temples, is presently a thriving centre for commerce and business. Bhubaneshwar is an ancient city replete with beautiful historic temples which attract pilgrims and tourists from all over the country. The name of the city literally means Lord of the Universe, rightly reflected in the number of temples here and the religious fervor of its locals. This is now a bustling city where the history is beautifully intertwined with its modern and progressive present. Bhubaneshwar being the centre for religious tourism has a number of majestic temples built centuries ago which have still retained their original over all these years. Among them theLingaraj templeand theParasurameswara templeare must-visits and attract tourists for all parts of the country. Download Bhubaneswar PDF Guide > What's Great? Beautiful temples. Centre for religious tourism. Easily accessible. Acts as a connecting hub for other places in Odisha. What's not so Great? Not a lot to offer to tourists except for temples. For Whom A trip to Bhubaneshwar would be good for pilgrims and architectural enthusiasts living in and around Odisha.

Architectural Splendours A Bhubaneshwar tour would include a visit to the various tourist attractions such as Lingaraja temple dedicated to Lord Shiva which adds a mythological charm to the city, the scenic Bindusagar Lake. You will get to see a lot of beautiful architectural monuments in Bhubaneshwar such as museums and lots of Jain temples. History of Bhubaneswar Bhubaneswar, the great ?Temple City of India?, has a rich history of conquests and architecture. The prized city has been ruled by dynasties from Maurya, Guptas, and Marathas to Mughal and later the British Colonial rule as part of the Bengal Presidency. Its history dates back to 1st century BCE or even earlier. On 13th April 1948, the foundation of the new capital for Orissa at Bhubaneswar was laid by then Prime Minister Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru. The city is broadly divided into two areas, the Old Town and the Planned City with the former being a host to many historical temples such as Lingaraj and Muktesvara Temples and the latter is a planned city with shopping centres, parks, and gardens. The city is a harmonious Sangam of Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain history which is reflected in its stellar temples and its architecture. Shopping in Bhubaneswar Shopping in Bhubaneswar is a pleasure for those who are interested in aesthetic, ethnic rarities for their household and wardrobe. You can shop at the famous Ekamra Haat, an initiative taken by the Orissa government to promote the local artisans and their handicrafts. Souvenir and gift-worthy items such as bamboo and cane items, stone carving, palm leaf engraving, terracotta, dhokra, famous Sambalpuri saris, etc are some of the excellent things you can buy. You can also visit Pipli village for its famous appliqué lamps. Orissa State Handloom Cooperative and Utkalika are two most sought after shoppers? destinations as they are known for their display of finest textiles and handicrafts, and tribal jewellery, hand-woven garments and ?Pattachitras? (traditional paintings of Orissa) respectively. Bhubaneswar is a haven for shoppers who want the grandeur of the Kalinga temples reflected in their tasteful purchases.

Itinerary Day 1-Arrive at Bhubaneshwar. Visit Brahmeshwar Mandir, Lingaraj Mandir and Raja Rani Temple.Day 2-Begin day with visit to local markets for shopping. Then visit the Udaigiri and Khandgiri caves followed by a visit to Tribal Museum.Day 3-Visit Pathani Samanta Planetarium and State Museum. Then head to local food joints.Day 4-Visit the Modern Art Gallery and then depart.

Restaurants and Local Food in Bhubaneswar Tourists coming to Bhubaneswar must try authentic Oriya cuisine. While the city's platter has a wide variety of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, the favorites here, revolve around mouth-watering desserts and seafood. The local specialties that one must relish areMachha Jholo (a fish curry), Gupchup, Cuttack Chaat, Aloo Dum, Dahi Pakhal, Badi Choora, Dalma, Santulaand more. The sweets that one should not miss arePithas, Kora-Khhaii, Rasabali, Chenna Gaja, Chenna Poda and Rasagola. One might also want to try theAbadhaor the vegetarian food served in temples. View 6 Restaurants in Bhubaneswar >>

Oct-Maris the best time to visit Bhubaneswar The summers of Bhubaneshwar are very hot and the scorching heat usually makes it very uncomfortable to travel around the city. The winters are mild with minimum temperature touching 8 degrees. The best time visit this city is from October to March. Weather in Bhubaneswar Loading... Bhubaneswar in Summer (March - May) Summers in Bhubaneshwar are hot and humid. However, evenings are pleasant and could to move around the city. Temperatures range between 25 to 36 degrees Celsius. Bhubaneswar in Monsoon (June - September) Monsoons in Bhubaneshwar witness very high downpour. Tourists visit the city at this time to enjoy the scenic beauty of the place. Temperatures range from 25 to 32 degrees Celsius. Bhubaneswar in Winter (October - February) During this time, the weather is pleasant and perfect for exploring the place. Temperatures range between 16 to 28 degrees Celsius. Monthly Weather in Bhubaneswar Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 16 29 February 21 33 March 24 34 April 27 37 May 28 38 June 27 36 July 26 32 August 26 31 September 26 31 October 24 32 November 19 30 December 16 29