Tourist Attractions in Orissa     

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Beautifully nestled on the eastern coast of the Bay of Bengal, Orissa offers various enchanting attractions for the tourists to explore. Go for a tour to this state and get mesmerized with its amazing beaches, lakes, villages, waterfalls and other tourist attractions.

Orissa is best known for its popular temples. The thought of going on a tour to Orissa means paying a visit to the famous Jagannath Temple in Puri. Then, there is the spectacular Sun Temple in Konark, that is a must to visit during a tour to Orissa. Apart from these, there is Raja Rani Temple located in Bhubaneswar. In case, you plan your tour in June or July, you may also get to see the famous Rath Yatra in the Jagannath Temple.

Orissa is also a hub of beautiful lakes and beaches that are fun to be explored. Watch out for Chilika, a bird lover’s paradise. The beaches of Puri are not worth missing out during a tour to Orissa. Watch out for the breathtaking views of the Bay of Bengal from the sun-kissed beaches of Orissa.

There are various Buddhist sites too in Orissa that can be visited. Check out the Buddhist sculptures and statues at places like Ratnagiri, Dhauli, Udaygiri and Lalitgiri. Orissa has once played a major role in spreading the Buddhist religion and all these sites were part of it.