Day - 1 Visit to Zoological park & Temple Visit
Reach Bhubaneswar and check-in at the hotel.
Bhubaneswar has different categories of Hotels and guesthouses. It is recommended that you book a Hotel around the Master canteen (near the main railway station) area.
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Lunch options - Within 3 km of Master Canteen
- Venus Inn Pure Veg - Bapuji Nagar & Governer House - 3 km from Ananta Basudev Temple, One of the oldest resturant serves Pure Vegetarian.
- Taste of China, Bapuji Nagar
Bhubaneswar
Have Anna Bhog at Ananta Basudev Temple. Standing tall beside the Bindusagar Lake, this is a 13th-century temple dedicated to Lord Krishna.
- The deities of Krishna, Balaram and Subhadra are the same as that of Jagannath Temple of Puri but the idols made of stone are not incomplete like that in Puri. Around 200 men prepare vegetarian food in earthen pots for thousands of devotees every day.
- Bhog is made available for pilgrims at the Ananda Bazaar which can cater to 2000 people at a time. The prasad of Ananta Basudev temple is the most sought-after holy meal in Odisha after Lord Jagannath's 'Mahaprasad'.
Visit Nandankanan Zoological park - This is a unique zoo since a part of it has been declared a sanctuary. Unlike other zoos, Nandankanan is built right inside the forest and set amidst the natural environment. The animals are housed in spacious enclosures and tourists may explore the area on foot or in safaris in jeeps
- Entry Fee : Rs. 50 / 100 per Indian / Foreign National.
Nandankanan Zoological park
Return back to city,
- Dinner Options, near Unit-2 Ashok Nagar, within - 4 km
- Trupti Pure Veg ,Kalpana Square
- Dalma, Madhusudan Nagar, Just next to Trupti.
In the evening you may explore the Unit-2 Market Building for shopping. Sambalpuri Silk sarees are particularly popular in Odisha. Boyanika Handloom Store, a government store, is recommended for authentic Sambalpuri sarees.
Unit-2 Market Building, Bhubaneswar
Nimapara Sweets - Most of the Odia sweetmeats are based on Chenna (unripened curd cheese). This shop offers a unique opportunity to experience these delicious dishes. Other famous sweet shops in the city are Cuttack Sweets and 56 Bhog.
Chhena Jhili
Overnight Stay in Bhubaneswar.
Day - 2 Ancient Temple & Heritage sightseeing
It is recommended to book a cab for the day to visit all the places of sightseeing in Bhubaneswar.
Breakfast - Ram Mandir Tiffin Centre is a famous breakfast joint. Dahivara, poori, and dalma are popular here.
Ram Mandir Tiffin Centre
Lingaraj Temple - The oldest and largest temple of Bhubaneswar, The Lingaraj Temple represents the Kalinga Architecture. The temple complex has 50 other shrines, encompassed by a high boundary wall. Bhubaneswar is called the Ekamra Kshetra as the deity of Lingaraja was originally under a mango tree (Ekamra). Lingaraja temple is maintained by the Temple Trust Board and the Archaeological Survey of India. Only Hindus are allowed inside the temple.
Mukteshwar Temple - This is a 10th Century temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, about a km from the Lingaraj temple. The intricately carved ceiling and figurines on the walls are interesting features of the temple.
Rajarani Temple - Another ancient temple in the vicinity is the Rajarani Temple, built of Golden Sandstone. Although the temple has no presiding deity, it is famous for its architecture and wall carvings. 1 km from Mukteshwar Temple
Lingaraj Temple
Khandagiri & UdayaGiri Caves - Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves, formerly called Kattaka Caves, are partly natural and partly artificial caves situated on two adjacent hills near Bhubaneswar. They are of great archaeological, historical and religious significance.
Rani Gumpha, Haathi Gumpha, Ganesha Gumfa are especially famous for their exquisite inscriptions and carvings.
- Located 10km from the Mukteswar Temple, it takes around one hour to explore. Recommended getting a guide from the ticket counter.
Khandagiri and UdayaGiri Caves
Lunch Options
- Odisha Hotel - Traditional Odia Food is served in this popular restaurant, which has multiple outlets across the city. 10 km from Khandagiri & Udayagiri Caves
- The Zaika, Jaydev Vihar - Serves Veg & Non-Veg Food. 7 km from Khandagiri & Udayagiri Caves.
Odisha Hotel
Dhauli Shanti Stupa - The fierce Kalinga War was fought between the state of Kalinga and the Maurya Empire under King Ashoka on the hills of Dhauli by the river Daya. After the war ended, Ashoka devoted his life to Buddhism. The Peace Pagoda was built by the Japan Buddha Sangha and the Kalinga Nippon Buddha Sangha in 1972 to commemorate the path of world peace that King Ashoka showed.
The Peace Pagoda is located about 14km from the caves.
Ashokan Rock Edicts - About 500m from the Dhauli Shanti Stupa, there are inscriptions on rocks and pillars, related to King Ashoka. These inscriptions proclaim Ashoka's adherence to Buddhist philosophy.
Dhauli Shanti Stupa
Explore Street Food in the evening. About 200m from Ram Mandir, over 20 streetside food stalls assemble between 7 and 10 pm. This place is called Khau Gali. Landmark - IHM hostel area.
- Dinner Options - 10 km from Master Canteen (City Centre)
Overnight Stay in Bhubaneswar.
Day - 3 Bhubaneswar to Konark Journey & night stay in Puri
Start the day after breakfast in the hotel.
- Visit Pipili - Pipili was set up as an artisans’ village around 25Km away from Bhubaneswar, during the 10th Century. The village has since then prospered in Applique (ornamental needlework) handicraft. Applique work comes in many variants right from wall hangings to lanterns, umbrellas, bags, pouches and bedspreads. They are perfect souvenirs to buy from Odisha.
Nimapada - If you are fond of sweetmeats, halt at Nimapada (23Km from Pipili, on the way to Konark). Chhena Jhili is a specialty sweet dish available in Nimapada. Arta Bandhu Sweets is well-known for this.
Chhena Jhili
Konark - The Sun Temple is an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Made entirely of stone, this abandoned temple is amazing due to its marvellous architecture, symmetry, precision and intricate detailing. The temple was designed as a 227ft high chariot of the Sun God driven by 24 beautifully carved wheels and pulled 7 horses. Major portions of the structure have however collapsed. Restoration is now managed by the ASI.
- Another attraction of the place is the Light and Sound show which starts at 6:30pm.
- Ticket Price Rs.50 per person
Konark (ASI museum) - Sculptures from the ruins of the Sun Temple are preserved along with artefacts & relics within the premises.
The Sun Temple, Konark
Chandrabhaga beach - 3 km from the Sun Temple, Chandrabhaga Beach is India’s first Blue Flag Beach. People visit this beach from distant places for a holy dip during Sawan month.
- Lunch Options 1 km from Konark Sun Temple & 4 km from Chandrabhaga Beach
- Kamat Food Court @ Lotus Resort
- Tirupati Hotel ,Shankar Mandal Road
- Marwari Hotel & Lodge , Shanker Mandal Rd
Proceed another 40Km to reach Puri. The road, accompanied by the sea to the left and trees to the right, is thoroughly enjoyable.
- Overnight at Puri.
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Puri Sea Beach
Day - 4 Shri Jagannath Temple Visit & Local Sightseeing in Puri
Breakfast at Bhuban Dukan - Poori & Dalma is famous in this eatery located near Puri Railway Station.
Shri Jagannath Temple - One of the four cardinal spots of Hindu pilgrimage - referred to as the Char Dham of India. The temple, dedicated to Lord Jagannath, is almost 800 years old. Jagannath (form of Lord Vishnu) and his siblings Balaram and Subhadra are the presiding deities of the temple. A place filled with legends and myths, the temple takes about a couple of hours to explore.
Mahaprasad - The major attraction of the place is the Rosaghora, which is considered as the biggest Satvik (vegetarian) community kitchen of the world. Fifty-six types of food (Chhappan Bhog) offered to the deities through the day is also served to devotees as Mahaprasad. Pilgrims may buy Mahaprasad from Anandabazar in the premises of Temple - (Available after 1 pm)
You can also get packed for lunch.
Shri Gundicha Temple - This sacred Temple is the destination of Lord Jagannath’s chariot during the annual Rath Yatra. This temple is around 3Km from the Shri Jagannath Temple.
Shri Jagannath Temple
Lunch Options Sri Jagnnatha Temple - 3 km from Shri Jagannath Temple
- Pink House ,CT Road
- Wildgrass Restaurant ,VIP Road
Sudam sand art museum & Sudarsan sand art institute - Explore these places, to find exclusive sculptures made of sand. Sand Animation based on a new theme everyday is also presented here between 07:30 am and 08:00 pm.
Puri Sea Beach - In the evening, explore the sea beach and the adjoining stalls selling a variety of items. Camels and ponies are also available for rides or photographs.
Golden Sea Beach
Dinner Options
- Agrawal's Pure Veg , VIP Road and Badadanda
- Bhojohori Mana , Gopal Ballav Road, Sea Beach
- Overnight Stay at Puri
Day - 5 Puri - Bhubaneswar and Departure to your home location
Breakfast - Hotel Padmalaya, Chandanpur is well-known for Chuda kadamba with Dalma. About 9 km from Puri, this is a dhaba on the highway, with average care of hygiene.
Raghurajpur - This is a UNESCO Heritage village of about 150 households. Every family has artisans engaged with handicrafts. Several artists living in this village have been awarded for their beautiful creations.
Reach Bhubaneswar and return back to your home location.