Odisha: Odisha is very famous among tourists. There are many things to see in this state. You will be mesmerized by the natural beauty here. The main religious places here are Konark Sun Temple, Jagannath Puri Dham (Puri Jagannath Temple) and Confluence of Hinduism and Buddhism. Today we will tell you about the places to visit in Odisha and how to reach Odisha.
Hirakud Dam
The Hirakud Dam located in Odisha is a large dam built on the Mahanadi River. This dam is the largest hydroelectric project in India and is particularly important for power generation. The construction of Hirakud Dam started in 1948 and was completed in 1957. This dam is built on the Mahanadi river, as a result of which Hirakud Dam was built. This lake is the second largest reservoir in India and its area is about 746 square kilometers. The dam has ensured the production of electricity as well as agriculture and water supply by controlling the water of the river. Apart from this, it is also a major tourist destination where tourists come to visit.
Puri
Shri Jagannath Puri Temple is located in Puri city of Odisha. It is considered one of the three important pilgrimage sites of Hinduism. This temple is dedicated to Lord Jagannath (Krishna) his sister Balabhadra and sister Subadra. The history of the temple is very ancient. It was built a long time ago. The structure of the temple is very special, in which the art of roaming around is transmitted. The idols of Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subadra are installed inside the temple. There are also Ananya Vas, Sudarshan Samudra and Ramachandi Pur near the temple, which are visited by tourists.
Chilka Lake
Chilika Lake is an important marine lake located in the Indian subcontinent, located in the eastern region of the state of Odisha. This lake is considered to be the largest salt water lake in India and is an important protected area for wildlife. The area of Chilka Lake is about 1,100 square kilometers and it is spread over the districts of Baragarh, Khandagada and Puri. The lake is an ideal site for significant wildlife life, being a habitat for many species of birds, fish and marine life. Wildlife conservation campaigns are carried out in Chilka Lake to rescue many species, in which the rescue of the Big Cockroach (Irrawaddy Dolphin) found in Chilka Lake is considered important. There are also many tourist places on the banks of Chilka Lake which attract tourists.
Konark Temple
Konark Sun Temple is a major Hindu temple located in Odisha dedicated to the presiding deity of the Sun God. This temple is built for the worship of Lord Surya. Konark Sun Temple was built in the 13th century. The structure of the temple is very intricate and has the idols of Surya Ratha in various forms of Sun God, Pashupati Lord Shiva, Charikancha (incarnation of Lord Vishnu) etc. The main feature of the temple is its deep and unique sculptures, which are built on the walls, doors and shikhara of the temple. Konark Sun Temple is also called ‘Black Pagoda’ because it is made of Shyam (black) stone and whatever remains of its golden age has been lost. Konark Sun Temple is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is one of the tourist places in Odisha.
How to reach Odisha
There are various transport options available to reach Odisha, such as air, rail and road. Here are some of the ways by which you can reach Odisha.
Air: Odisha has some important airports such as Bhubaneshwar, BBP (Vijayawada), Rourkela and Burhanpur. You can drop off from your location and reach any suitable airport and then travel onward using ground transport.
Rail: Major cities of Odisha can also be reached by rail. Cities like Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Puri, Cuttack, Puri, Sambalpur and Rourkela have railway stations. You can travel by train from your city and reach any suitable station.
Road: Odisha is also connected by highways and national highways. You can also reach Odisha by using your own car or taxi.
Depending on your travel plans, you can choose the suitable option and enjoy the beauty, cultural heritage and natural beauty of Odisha.