The city is the capital of Orissa and is known as the temple city of India for there are more than 2000 temples in the city. It is known for its cultural heritage and is an important tourist attraction in India.
Bhubaneswar stretches to about 422 sq. km and accommodates a population of approximately 11 lakh.
Things to do in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar is a city where you can do a lot of intriguing activities. Few of them include soaking yourself in the beauty of the architecture of various ancient temples, visiting the Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves, playing in the Konark and Puri beaches, getting to know about the amazing Raghurajpur Artist Village, and so on.
Tourist attractions in Bhubaneswar
There are incredible things in Bhubaneswar that attract tourists from around the world, including Mukteshwar Temple, Konark Sun Temple, Nandankanan Zoological Park, Ram Mandir, Lingaraja Temple, Museum of Arts and Artefacts.
Places to shop in Bhubaneswar
Some of the best places to shop in Bhubaneswar include Station square, Orissa State Handloom, Reliance Digital, Orissa Modern Art Gallery, Saree Mandir and BMC Keshari Mall.
Best time to visit Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar is generally a hot city, and therefore, it would be best to visit the city between winter months October and February. You can enjoy a pleasant holiday if you visit the city during these months.
Modes of Transport
The modes of transport that can be used to travel from one place to another within the city are taxis, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws, buses and cabs.
Weather in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar has a tropical climate, as it is about 45m above sea-level. The average annual temperature of the city is about 27.4°C.
Airport in Bhubaneswar
Biju Patnaik Airport (IATA: BBI) is the primary airport of the city of Bhubaneswar. It is almost near the centre of the city, making the airport easily accessible and communicable. If you require any further details regarding the airport facilities and the flight schedules of the airport, visit www.goindigo.in.