Odissi is one of the eight classical dances of India and is intrinsic to the cultural heritage of Odisha. Within and beyond the thresholds of time, odissi is characterized by well-choreographed in fine postures, end messages hidden in spirit. The dance form created more than 2,000 years ago is today practiced everywhere in the world…
The Hirakud Dam is undoubtedly a magnificent marvel of engineering design and is also a lifeline for the region. Not only are the Mahanadi River between the dam and the longest earthen dam of India, but it also represents resilience and resourcefulness. With its grandeur in the age-old past, its multifarious utility and its scenic…
Bhubaneswar: This year, Odisha Forest Department is conducting in one-day bird census on a larger scale across the state. This activity has become prevalent among forest and wildlife workers over the last decade. Some of the prominent efforts have been taken up at the major reservoirs such as Chilika, Bhitarkanika, and Hirakud. This year, an…
Odisha whitening crystalline beaches and ancient temples has one very secluded little treasure in the eastern ghats of the state; that treasure is Daringbadi. Dreamily termed the ‘Kashmir of Odisha’, this small paradise is the only hill station within the borders of the state that sees snow fall, an aspect that attracts visitors to its…
Known for a rich cultural heritage in temples and sandy beaches, Odisha is also houses unique wildlife sanctuary in India-Bhitarkanika. Also called as the “Mini Amazon of India,” Bhitarkanika National Park is well known for its freakish crocodiles, exotic birds, and dense mangrove forests. This is a top destination on the travel bucket list if…
Sambalpuri sarees imbibe the heritage of textile tradition in the state of Odisha. Highly intricate designs set to a trot of radiant colors and symbolical representations grace these sarees which savor the heritage and skill of the weavers of Western Odisha. Each such saree is made after months of painstaking creation into a beautiful work…
As the years passed by, Rasgulla, popularly regarded as one of the best sweets in India, became the bone of contention and pride in culture between Pur Odisha and West Bengal. While Bengal gives light to the taste, Odisha has been claiming that it’s indeed born in the Jagannath Temple of Puri. this has put…
The present Kalinga, modern Odisha, is a tale of endurance, transformation, and glory. It is an ancient and one of the greatest maritime power in India, which has shaped the destiny not just of Odisha but also defined the contours of Indian civilization, owing to its very rich cultural heritage. The Kalinga War: The Turning…
The Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra is one of the grandest and the most sacred festivals in India, which draws millions of devotees from all parts of the world. Puri, Odisha, organizes this event every year in honor of Jagannath-the incarnation of Lord Vishnu, along with Balabhadra and Subhadra. It is not only a religious event,…
The very well-known Odisha is gifted with Pattachitra art, a beautiful painting tradition over 2000 years old. This art form is built under the imagery of Hindu religion and spirituality and manifests the unique craftsmanship and creative expressions of Odisha. Pattachitra, with its very complex forms and dramatic narratives, could be a perennial storehouse of…
