Bhubaneswar, also known as the Temple City of India, extends to about 422 sq. km and accommodates a population 11 lakh, as of 2019.
The city is an important Hindu pilgrimage centre of the country being the seat of Tribhubaneswar or ‘Lord Lingaraj’. There are more than 2,000 temples in the city, which are constructed in mostly Orissan style and most of which are over a 1000-year old.
Things to do in Bhubaneswar
There are various fun and exciting things that one can do in the city of Bhubaneswar. It includes playing adventure games at BDA City Centre, praying at the Atri Springs, enjoying some dance, music and theatre in Soochana Bhavan, savouring food and drinks at the Lounge Bar and visiting the temples located in the city.
Tourist attractions in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar is naturally filled with tourist attraction spots given the number of temples and their archaic character. Few of the places that you must visit in Bhubaneswar include Lingaraja Temple, Mukteswara Temple, Konark, Regional Museum of Natural History, Brahmeswara Temple, Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves, Nandankanan Zoological Park, Bindu Sarovar, Odisha State Museum, Museum of Tribal Arts and Artefacts and the Raghurajpur Artist Village.
Places to shop in Bhubaneswar
Given the beautiful arts and artefacts available in the city, one can endlessly shop. Few of the important places to shop from include Utkalika, Place 2 Shop, The Pal Heights, Orissa Modern Art Gallery, Sowmya Handicraft, BMC Keshari Mall, Ekamra Haat and many others.
Best time to visit Bhubaneswar
The best time to visit the city of Bhubaneswar is during the months of October to February when it experiences the winter season.
Modes of Transport
There are both government and privately-operated modes of transport in the city including buses, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and taxis.
Weather in Bhubaneswar
Generally, the weather in the city ranges between 16°C and 37°C, and rarely drops below 12°C or rises above 40°C.
Airport in Bhubaneswar
The Bhubaneswar Airport is known as the Biju Patnaik Airport (IATA: BBI), situated approximately 4 km away from the Bhubaneswar Airport, and about 6 km from the centre of the city making it easily accessible and communicable. To know more about the airport and its flight schedules, visit the official website of IndiGo.