Top five famous waterfalls of Odisha - you must visit

 Top five famous Waterfalls of Odisha

Odisha is an impeccable blend of traditions and terrain . Mainly famous for its vibrant culture and splendid historical monuments that lure in travels . the state surprises its visitors with its natural wonders . from pristine lakes to majestic mountains . Odisha is homes to nature bounty and the most picturesque amongst them are the beautiful water falls scattered across the states diverse landscape .

 

Barehipani waterfall of Odisha –

The Barehiopani water fall is the second highest water fall of India and it is flowing toward the Budhabalanaga river . This water fall located in Mayurbhaj district of Odisha and it si located in Similipal Biosphere reserve and originated from Maghasani mountain inn Similipal biosphere reserve . The height of this water fall around 400 metre and its tallest single drop is around 259 metre .

Joronda Waterfall  of Odisha –

The Joronda waterfall is 19^th tallest water fall in India and its rank in Odisha is 3^rd largest water fall . this waterfall present in the core area of Similipal tiger reserve of Mayurbhaj district of Odisha . The tranquility  that surrounds the picturesque waterfall is what memorised a visitors here .

Dumduma waterfall of Odisha –

The Dumduma waterfall present in the Koraput district of Odisha , it is one of the outlet of river Machkund and falls from a height of 180 m and run through hilly and rocky area .it is one of the tallest plunge type waterfall in India and hold 3^rd rank in Odisha it term height of water column .

Bhimkund Waterfall of Odisha-

Bhimkund waterfall is a  large vertical shaped George with speeding current that impart a smoky environment . The waterfall located at the boarder area of Kendujhar and Mayurbhaj district . the roaring sound of Bhimkund has unmatched spectacular appeal .

Khandadhar waterfall of Odisha –

Located in Sundargarh bordering Kendujhar is a single drop horse tail waterfall khandhar . It falls from a height of 244 m . The name of waterfall is derived from two word – One is Khanda – means – sword and dhar – means stream of water . It look like a sward .

Koiliguhar waterfall of Odisha –

A rivulet name Ahiraj flow through the rocky belt of the Chhuikanch Forest and fall from a height of 61 m creating the waterfall ofKoiliguhar . It is the 6^th highest waterfall in Odisha , which flow into Mahanadi river . There is a submerged Shiva lingam in water known as Maheswaranath

Other waterfalls of Odisha

Set in the seren , senic and natural environments of Odisha , there are many other small waterfalls and stream in different district – like Bada Ghagra , Sana Ghagra in Kendujhar , Phurlijharan of Karlapat wildlife sanctuary and Dokari Chanchara of kokasara in Kalahandi , Gandahati in Gajapati , Harishankar in Bolangir , Devkund in Mayurbhanj , Putudi in Kandhamal and Pradhanpat in Deogarh district of Odisha .     

The Smart City Bhubaneswar - tourist places in smart temple Bhubaneswar of Odisha

 The Smart City Bhubaneswar - tourist places in  smart temple city Bhubaneswar of Odisha 

 

The Bhubaneswar is the state capital of Odisha , it has evolved as a modern education , health, information technology and sports , the Bhubaneswar is famous as temple city of India . Here you can find more than 500 temples .

Beyond Hinduism Bhubaneswar has famous for it Jain and Buddhist architectural sites . Here you can find number recreational tourist places like – Planetarium , Nandankanan Zoological Park , Botanical garden , state tribal museum . Along with Puri Shree Kshyetra and Konark it form the golden triangle of Odisha . These three places are among the most visited place of eastern India .

The Bhubaneswar city designed by the famous Jerman architect Otto Konigsberger . It is of the 1^st planned city of modern India . Here you can find various temples , stupas and various wildlife sanctuaries .

 
Bhubaneswar your to be explore –

Dhauli Shanti Stupa –

Dhauli is located on the river bank of Daya river – where the most destructive battle – the kalinga war was fought in 261 B.C Where after the war – Ashoka accepted Buddhism – Dhauli is famous for its Pristine white Buddhist Stupa and it is famous in the name of peace pagoda . In order to promote ecotourism a special step was taken by tourist department of Odisha – That is multi-lingual Light and sound show organised by Odisha tourism department – which describe the exceptional historical events with 3D projection , that make it must – visit attraction in every tourist itinerary .

Lingaraj Temple of Bhubaneswar –

The Lingaraj Temple is  one of the eldest temple of India , it is among 12 non-jyotirlinga temple of Lord Shiva and it is made up of red sand stone , this temple is one of the best example of Kalinga style of architecture

Mukteswar Temple of Smart city Bhubaneswar 

The Mukateswar temple with figures in many poses of meditation , the main attraction of the temple is the most beautiful Torona – the decorative gateway . It is also called as the diamond of Kalinga style of architecture and offer pride of place to tale from Panchatantra . Here you can find excellent feature of Hindu , Buddhist and Jain architecture .

Raja Rani temple of Smart city  Bhubaneswar –

The Raja Rani temple made up of marvellous red sand stone , the local name of this temple is known as Raja Rani temple . The main feature of the temple is the absence of deity . Raja Rani music festival has been organised by the tourism department of Odisha – in order to showcase the glorious tradition and culture of Odisha .  

Bindu Sarovara- of Smart city  Bhubaneswar

The Bindu Sarovora closely located to lingaraj Temple , Bindu Soravara is belive to be contain drops from all holy river of India . During the Ashokasthami festival , it turn into hub of religious activities as the deities of Lingaraj temple , visit it . 

Odisha State Museum of Smart city Bhubaneswar –

The State museum of Odisha show the finest of Odisha’s archaeological discoveries and treasure and exhibit a collection Jain , Buddhist and Sanatana Hindu Sculptures , copper plates , coin and donative inscription from ancient and medival kalinga along with folk musical instrument and traditions ,heavy jewelleries oldest tools and weapons . The collection of antique paintings and rare palm leaf manuscripts are main attraction of the state tribal museum .

Nandankanan Zoological Parak and Botanical garden of Smart city Bhubaneswar 

The Zoological park is spread over an area of 3500 square kilometre . The Nandankanan especially famous for its rare white tigers and it is a home to several exotic species of animal , birds , reptiles , amphibians . The butterfly park is one of the best attraction Nandankanan zoological park and here you can around 60 species of butterfly . There is huge artificial lake present inside the zoological park – that is the Kanjia lake .  

 

Pathani Samant Planetarium – of Smart city Bhubaneswar

The Planetarium is named after the famous astronomous Pathani Samant . Its feature program related astronomy in dome shape air conditioned auditorium . The activity include night sky viewing , poster show and audio visual program .

Regional Museum of natural history – of Smart city Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar’s regional museum of natural history exhibits plants , animals and vibrant geology of Odisha . North east region and Andaman and nicobar islands , besides relics of animals restored objects and fossils . The main attraction of the museum is the huge skeleton of Baleen whale . Here you can find the eggs of extinct elephant and birds .

Ekamra Haat of Smart city Bhubaneswar –

The Ekamra Haat provides a grand showcase of Art , craft , culture and cuisine of Odisha . Here you can find various types of handloom and handicraft shop . The market also have a open open air theatre , lily pond with water fountain food stall and artisan rest room .   

 

Museum of Tribal Art and Artifacts

It Museum of Tribal art and Artifacts the open window into tribal life and culture of Odisha . It is must visited place which showcases art , handicrafts , Jeweleries and weapons of 65 tribes of Odisha .

Regional science center of smart city Bhubaneswar

The regional science  center  has 84 interactive that help people to understand and appreciate science . Tourist can get information on the underlaying principle of motion , from the molecular level to motion of plants and galaxies .

Ekamra Kanan botanical garden – of Smart city Bhubaneswar

The Ekamra Park  is an important Nature park in Smart city Bhubaneswar , where one can observe exotic variety of plants . Part of regional plant resource centre . This park has a vast expanse of green lawn , many variety of rose plants and several rare species trees and a lake providing much succor during the sultry summer evenings . It has the largest cactus collection in Asia .

State Handicraft Museum of Bhubaneswar

The state Handicraft Museum  is its  kind in entire eastern region of the country , the museum is divided into two blocks based on handloom and handicraft . Here visitor could see theme based galleries of items . The Museum has workshop area and a beautiful open air amphitheatre .

Sisipalgarh of Bhubaneswar –

This is one of the best preserved best fortification in India , the ancient city of Sisupalgarh also happen to be the largest one . Historian claim that the place served as the capital city of Kalinga at the time of Kharavela , latter flourished for guarding the kingdom by its fort .

 Things to do In Bhubaneswar 

Heritage Walk of Smart city Bhubaneswar –

It is an initiative by Odisha tourism , Bhubaneswar municipal corporation and Bhubaneswar development authority to encourage people to explore heritage neighbourhood of old town and twin hills of Khandagiri and Udayagiri . It is a free event guided by English speaking guide .

Ekamra Heritage walk – Old town temples ( Every Sunday 6.30 Am

Experiancing the Alleyways , interspread with Shrine and cluster of Magnificientr temples comprising virtually a complete record of Kalinga architecture that transfer you back to yesteryear .

Monk Cave Khandagiri and Udaya Giri

The Khandagiri and Udayagiri is  the dwelling retreats of jain monk , these cave are testimony to the architectural genius of ancient India .Guided walk through and other selected experiences will reinvent the way we connect to rich past .

How to reach to Bhubaneswar –

By Air –

Air India connect Biju Patnaik international airport to Hyderabad , Kolkata , Delhi , Mumbai Chennai , and Bengaluru etc . Other Airline like Air Asia , Indiago , Go Air and Vistara have flight from different metropolis of the country to Bhubaneswar . Air India connect Bhubaneswar to Bangkok and Air Asia connect Bhubaneswar to Kuala Lumpur .

By Railway –

 The headquarter of east coast railway being stationed in the city , Bhubaneswar has excellent network of railway connections . Many fast and super fast train run between Bhubaneswar and other Major city of India .

By Road –

Being the state capital on HN no – 16 is connected by all weather connectable road within the state and neighbouring states .

 

Accommodations in In Bhubaneswar –

For Low Budget traveller –

The following accommodations are best suited for low budget travellers

Telephone Numbers are given in Brackets – STD Code – 0674

 – such as – OTDC Panthanivas (2432515 /2432314) , Hotel Janpath (2531147) , Hotel Gauri (2433371), Hotel Urmee (2582391), Hotel Grand Central (2313411), Hotel Presidency (2559565-70), Hotel Royal Mid town (2536138), Bhubaneswar Hotel (2313246), Sun City Hotel (2470355)

Accommodations for high spending groups –

 Hotel trident Hillton (2300333), Hotel Swosti premium (3017000) , Hotel Mayfair Lagoon (2360101) , Hotel crown (2550001) , Hotel New Marrion (2380850), Hotel Turimph residency (2545718) , Hotel Ginger (2303933) , Hotel La Franklin ( 7177777) , Hotel Sandy Tower ( 6665555)

Besides , huge number of other hotels , lodges and Oyo rooms and Dharmashala are available for low spending gropu also .