Situated to the north of the Lingaraja temple is a lake called the Bindusagar Lake adding grace to Bhubaneshwar and attracting many tourists. Once a year the Lingaraj temple deity is brought out for the ritual bath in the centre of the tank and it is believed a dip in the holy tank at Bindusagar washes away all the sins.To the north of the Lingaraja temple is this 1,300 ft long and 700 ft wide Bindusagar Lake. It is popular as a picnic spot among the locals too. The scenic beauty of this lake is enhanced by the stones, which have been laid along the embankments. The waters of the lake are said to be an amalgamation of every holy river, stream, lake or pool in India.
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Chilika Lake is a famous water body in the Indian state of Odisha. This lake flows through the districts of Puri, Ganjam, and Khurda. It is a large brackish water lagoon in the Indian subcontinent and one of the most important wetlands in the world. It offers shelter to a variety of avifauna. Over 160 species of birds, including the migratory birds, can be spotted at Chilika Lake. At present, it attracts a large number of visitors from the different corners of the country. It Is Known For:-1) Chilika Lake is counted amid the important wetlands in the world because it provides shelter to a variety of birds2) This lake is also the home of the Irrawaddy Dolphins. Chilika Lake is the only place in India where Irrawaddy Dolphins can be found3) A major attraction lying close to Chilika Lake is Nalaban Island. This beautiful island was declared a bird sanctuary in the year 19734) Throughout the year, this place remains a delight for the bird watchers and nature photographers Best Time To Visit:-The best for visiting Chilika Lake is during the period between September-February. It is the duration when the various migratory birds can be spotted easily. Visitors can also spot the Irrawaddy Dolphins. However, it is recommended that a visit during summer months should be avoided. Reaching There:-Chilika Lake is a famous tourist attraction that has never failed to lure visitors. People from different places visit this lake for spending some leisure time. It can be reached easily by hiring the service of the local transit like the bus, taxi, or auto. Nearest Railway Station- Balugaon Junction/ Gangadharpur Railway StationNearest Airport- Bhubaneswar Airport
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Nandankanan literally means the 'Garden of Pleasure' or 'Garden of Gods'. It is in Chandaka forest, 25 Kms from Bhubaneswar and is famed for its white tiger population. It houses a variety of mammals, reptiles and various species of birds. The zoo enjoys an excellent reputation internationally, for successfully breeding black panthers and gharial crocodiles.
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These are the twin hills 7 Kms from Bhubaneshwar. The 135 ft high Udaygiri and 118 ft high Khandagiri hills have ancient caves. Khandagiri means "Broken Hill" and Udaygiri means "Hill of the Sunrise." The caves on the two low hills of Udaygiri and Khandagiri give ample proof of Jain and Buddhist occupation. This served as the site of an ancient Jain monastery, which was carved into cave like chambers in the face of the hill. The twin hills of Kumargiri and Kumarigiri known as Khandagiri and Udaygiri contain varieties of rock-cut caves. Dating back to the 2nd century BC, some of the caves have beautiful carvings. The Rani Gumpha (Queen's Cave) - one of the largest and double-storied is ornately embellished with beautiful carvings. In the Hati Gumpha (Elephant Cave), King Kharavela carved out the chronicles of his reign. It is a magnificent specimen of Pali records so far found in India.
Explore MoreDaringbadi is a well-known hill station comes under the Kandhmal district of Odisha. This hill station is popular among the travelers.
