Cuttack Tourism

Cuttack Tourism Referred to as the cultural capital of Orissa, Cuttack is a commercial city with plenty of impressive tourist attractions. Cuttack is the second largest city in Orissa and is the centre of all commercial activities and the local handicrafts of this state are displayed and traded in this very city. The inflow and outflow of the rare artefacts which so beautifully define the quintessential Oriyan form of art takes place from this very city. Cuttack is always buzzing with cultural activities and plays host to a variety of festivals like the Baliyatra, which commemorates the ancient trade links the countries like Java, Bali and Sumatra and the Kite Festival which is held in the month of January. Cuttack is a highly-planned city and has a number of tourist attractions which will make a person's trip here a memorable one. Download Cuttack PDF Guide > What's Great? Shopper's paradise. Rich history. What's not so Great? Summers can be harsh. For Whom Cuttack is a great getaway in the Eastern region of the country, particularly for those residing in Orrisa and West Bengal.

History of Cuttack The former capital of Orrisa, Cuttack is known to be one of the oldest cities in India. It was found by King Nrupa in 989 A.D as a military cantonment. In the 12th century, it was the capital of the Ganga Dynasty. The city flourished beautifully till Firoz Shah Tughlaq captured it during the 14th century. There was distress in the city during this period, and there was mass destruction and looting that took place. But today, the city has risen and remains to be the commercial capital of Orrisa. Culture of Cuttack Earlier, Cuttack was ruled by Mughals, Marathas and then the British and hence there is are influences of all these cultures. The language predominantly spoken here is Oriya. But English, Hindi and Bengali are spoken and understood widely. Odissi is the dance form that is originated from this region. Tarakasi is an art in jewellery, craft pieces and accessories are made from silver filigree. This art dated back to over 500 years and travelled through traders from Indonesia to Cuttack. Bali Yatra is a festival that is celebrated grandly and is known to be the second largest trade fair in Asia. It is a fair that celebrates trade with Bali where traders purchased goods from South East Asian countries and sold it in the city. Kartikeshwar Puja and Dusserah are also widely celebrated throughout the city with pomp. History of Cuttack The former capital of Orrisa, Cuttack is known to be one of the oldest cities in India. The town has a rich and eventful history. It was founded by King Nrupa in 989 A.D as a military cantonment and was later ruled by the Mughals, Afghans and Marathas before coming under the British rule, during which it was made the capital of Orissa. In the 12th century, it was the capital of the Ganga Dynasty. The city flourished beautifully till Firoz Shah Tughlaq captured it during the 14th century. There was distress in the city during this period, and there was mass destruction and looting that took place. In 1956, the capital was shifted to Bhubaneswar. Cuttack, however, remains an important commercial centre in the state.

Itinerary Day 1:Visit Cuttack Chandi temple of Goddess Chandi and the Barabadi Fort built by the Ganga Dynasty in the 14th century. Both places hold great historic importance and are definitely a must-see. Day 2:Begin the day at Bhabaleswar Island which is famous for its Dhableshwar temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Then, visit local handicraft stores and bazaars on the island. If you happen to be in Cuttack during the of the Baliyatra festival, go to the colourful and vibrant fair where more than 1500 stalls are put up selling merchandise purchased from the South East Asian countries. This festival is known to be the biggest trade fair in the whole of Asia l. Day 3:Netaji Birth Place Museum is the place where Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose was born. It is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Cuttack. Also, visit Ravenshaw University which was made by the Britishers in 1960 and the architectural jewel of the city. Day 4:You can spend the day appreciating the natural beauty of the city by going to Mahanadi Barrage and the Sunset point and indulge in the serenity of nature and beauty. Also, try the famous Dahibahra Aloodum, which happens to be a delicacy of Cuttack.

Restaurants and Local Food in Cuttack Do try authentic Oriya cuisine in Cuttack which is served in a lot of restaurants at affordable prices. Rice is the staple item in the traditional cuisine and one will find both vegetarian and non-vegetarian delicacies here. Among the local favorites areDahi Vada, Ghuguni, Chaat, Alu Dum, Bhindi Bhaja, Aalu Palak, Jeera Pakhala, Saag, Prawn malai Curry, Crab Kalia, Fish curryand more. Other generic cuisines like North Indian, South Indian, Chinese and Continental and even Mughlai cuisines are also available here. View 7 Restaurants in Cuttack >>

Jul-Maris the best time to visit Cuttack Summers (April-June) 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 Celcius. The best time to visit this city is from October to March. July-September has moderate rainfall and you can also explore this place during this season. Weather in Cuttack Loading... Cuttack in Summer (March - May) The summers usually remain on the hotter side in the months of April and May. The temperatures range between 32 to 40 degrees Celsius. Cuttack in Monsoon (June - September) Cuttack receives medium rainfall and the city is beautiful during this season. The temperature remains below 32 degrees Celsius. Cuttack in Winter (October - March) Winter season is the best time to visit Cuttack. The temperature remains around 20 degrees Celsius. Monthly Weather in Cuttack 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