Top Things to do in Khurda District
The 10 Best Things to do in Khurda District, Odisha
Discover the best top things to do in Khurda District, India including Lingaraja Temple, Nandankanan Zoological Park, Ram Mandir, Bhubaneswar, Museum of Tribal Arts & Artifacts, Odisha State Museum, Mukteswara Temple, Udayagiri Caves, Dhauli Giri Hills, Rajarani Temple, Khandagiri Caves.
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1. Lingaraja Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,245 reviews
The city's most famous landmark.
Reviewed By guiltfreeexpressions - Mumbai, India
Fell in love rather rose in love upon reaching and experiencing Bhubhaneshwar,-Odisha, its architecture, religious psyche, the people.No less was my experience at this Iconic Lingaraj Temple.Being a ritualistic worshipper myself of almost all the traditions including the Vaishnavite and Shaivite tradition, am well versed the sacred hyms and articles of worship to be offered to the respective dieties.This was the only Temple from over ten thousand temples I have visited throughout India,Which not only allowed but celebrated the Worship of these 2 cosmic wielders of forces of Nature,I.e: sattva and tamoguna with their respective articles of significance -Tulsi leaves to Lord Narayana,and Bilva Leaves for Lord Shiva with their respective hyms.thiroughly enjoyed the ritual and time spent at the sanctum sanctorum thoroughly.Here also bought aswellas donated a Flag that would be hoisted atop of the Temple.Great Temple,Loved it thoroughly.
2. Nandankanan Zoological Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 924 reviews
Reviewed By demishra - Bhubaneswar, India
It was a great place to visit since my childhood. The most advantage of Nandan kanan over other zoo are it's build and located inside of a forest, so the animals are more or less enjoying forest alike atmosphere . Extremely big with respect to the area . However mismanagement is there every where. Need to be taken care with extremely special care to preserve this gem
3. Ram Mandir, Bhubaneswar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 335 reviews
Reviewed By sameerpradhan19 - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
It is a big temple located in sahid nagar, Janpath. It is the temple of Lord rama. Must visit this place.
4. Museum of Tribal Arts & Artifacts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 207 reviews
Reviewed By shyamanuja - New Delhi, India
Odisha is home to the maximum number of tribes - 62. Just spend 2-3 hours in this museum and you will get to know a lot about them. The best thing is they have a good AV kiosk. My son just freaked out on that. He developed a lifelong interest in tribal life in 3 hours. They also have a souvenir shop and a book shop. Book shop is really good. A must-visit for children aged 7-14
5. Odisha State Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By RACHANASREVIEW - Bengaluru, India
You will understand the rich culture and heritage of the State Odisha in a day, I made two rounds especially painting section
6. Mukteswara Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 289 reviews
Reviewed By seema60 - Toronto, Canada
This is one of the famous temples in Bhubhaneshwar with a beautiful arch in the front and one of the few temples with a carved ceiling of the garbha Griha. The carving outside is just so delicate and the temple is charming made in the 10th cent CE.
7. Udayagiri Caves
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 559 reviews
Reviewed By Singh_Blog
Timing – 08:00 AM - 06:00 PM ( Being Around) Entry Fee – Rs.15/- For Per Adult ( Indian And SAARC Countries ) Entry Fee – Rs.200/- For Per Adult Foreigner Children – Free For Entry Still Camera – Allowed in Premises area & all attached Area Video Camera – Rs. 25/- each Cautionary- Do not wear loose Sandals, do not wear Heels , Please wear normal shoes with proper grip Wear Proper Cap/ Hat and drinking water bottle in Summer Parking space available. Please do not use Plastic Bags, Do not through Garbage on Side Do not take any food items / Plastic water bottle’s, kept in your vehicles Resting Area Is Available For Tourists. ** Please carry Purse / Bag and other things carry and hold very near or kept in your vehicle ** Small Local Children are surrounding and continue disturbing your mind so please keep your self smart and save your self and your belongings. ** Many Persons introduce him self as a Guide , Please Do not Believe them even they shown the Fake Id. Cards which are even can`t print properly and full of scratches. Better to take Maps or written information before touring this area. If you want any Guide So Please arrange from Bhubaneswar City and come with him here. Around 11 Km away from Bhubaneswar Railway Station, Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves are partly natural and partly artificial caves of archaeological, historical and religious importance near the city of Bhubaneswar in Odisha, India. The caves are situated on two adjacent hills, Udayagiri and Khandagiri, mentioned as Kumari Parvat in the Hathigumpha inscription. Some of these caves have inscriptions, and some have sculptures, the caves numbered 1, 3, 4, 6 and 13 have the most number of sculptures and inscriptions. And Cave numbered 19 is the largest of them all.
8. Dhauli Giri Hills
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 605 reviews
Reviewed By Aswapnil - Lucknow, India
Dhauli is just like its name, beautiful scenic place, you will feel special after reaching there , sight of River Daya from Dhaulgii is amazing, specially when you connect that with Kalinga war and as per story Daya was full of blood and that changed Ashika from King to Baudha Bhikshu. Lord Buddha Statue is huge and attractive . many poses can be seen here of same.
9. Rajarani Temple
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 301 reviews
Reviewed By RACHANASREVIEW - Bengaluru, India
The fine serpent men guarding the temple entrance, dedicated which God or Goddesses, not know. Still you love it. Spare 30 minutes
10. Khandagiri Caves
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By 218manojg - Chennai (Madras), India
Udayagiri and Khandagiri refer to two hillocks on the opposite sides of a road which presumably didn't exist in ancient times. A single ticket can be used to see both. The caves together can be seen in 30-45 minutes. While both sets of caves appear to have been used for meditation purposes, Udayagiri caves appears to be more recent, since one can see Brahmi inscriptions in some caves, and sculptures apparently depicting Kalinga war scenes. There are also sculptures depicting scenes from the epics, as well as Jain thirthankaras. Khandagiri caves seem more "basic" in comparison, with no sculptures or inscriptions (at least none I could see).
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