City: Odisha
The 7 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Odisha, India
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Restaurants in Odisha
1. Netaji Birth Place Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By Arindamray_2007 - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
A grate experience of us to visit the Netaji birth place Cuttack. It ambiance was very nice. We went to that place from Bhubaneswar by car. Entry fee to the museum Rs 10/- per person. The beautiful gardening around the museum along with nice emotional photos of Netaji around the garden. It took 1 hour to visit the two storied museum. The museum covered birth room, reading room, prism ambiance, library ( you can read books from library), INA (Indian National Army) bank , number of photos of political movements etc. There is a sell counter for different kinds of books, T Shirts etc.
2. Chausathi Jogini Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By debashis77_12 - Dehradun, India
I have seen chausathi (64) yogini temple one at Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh and this is another one. But astonishingly the structure of both these temples are quite similar. This temple is in Hirapur village some 20 kms from Bhubaneswar towards Puri. But if you go by Tankapani Road through Sai Temple, after crossing the daya river bridge this village is there. The temple is also in outskirt of the village.It is not a favorite place for tourists, so you can admire its beauty peacefully. Only one goddess is worshiped here, though there are 63 remaining there. Indeed a small but beautiful place.
3. 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
4. Raghurajpur Artist Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 418 reviews
Reviewed By Peshwa - Mumbai, India
This is a fatastic art & craft Heritage Village , which tries to preserve local handicrafts especially Pattachitra , with all mythological themes , and palm leaf etching painting etc . A must visit for art afficinados ...lots of orginal art works you can pick up for your home ..please do not bargain with the local artisans ..
5. Ashokan Rock Edict
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 121 reviews
Reviewed By mpaddy - Chennai (Madras), India
Nicely maintained by ASI but used as a lovers park by the locals.Near Dhauli . Interesting that Ashoka has stressed morality in all his commandments.
6. Balighai Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By prithvi3
The long stretched Balighai beach is situated on Puri-Konark Marine drive road. This virgin beach is much more away from the crowd situated at 8 kilometers distance from Puri
7. Satkosia Tiger Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By Adosen - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
Around 3 hours from Bhubaneswar, this sleepy and quiet resort is just perfect for sheer relaxation. On the bank of the Mahanadi as it exits from the gorge, the resort is small with AC cottages and tents, accomodating a maximum of around 20 guests. Not luxurious yet extremely comfortable, serenity prevails here. The staff are helpful, attentive yet unobtrusive. There''s not much to do except perhaps a boat ride up the Mahanadi gorge when you may see a few gharial or crocodiles, the place is ideal for pure and simple relaxation. The food is simple, almost home-cooked but very tasty and clean. Wonderful view of the river winding out of the hills, mostly pleasant weather - it's rejuvenating. The maintenance of the cottages, though, could do with a bit of better supervision. Leaky taps, dysfunctional ACs and nonfunctional intercom may cause some mild irritation. The AC cottages offer a splendid view albeit after a 103-step climb. Connectivity or the almost complete lack of it may be a blessing in disguise and adds to the lonely charm of this place.
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