Bhubaneswar - An adventure worth exploring
Bhubaneswar is a small city in Odisha and famous for its beautiful sculptures, old temples and growing business opportunities. The temples of the city were carved from sandstone and built during the reign of many ancient kings.
People from various locations visit the city throughout the year for travelling, exploring, jobs and business opportunities. The city comprises an area of 422 sq. km and the population of the city is more than 8.38 lakh.
Things to do in Bhubaneswar
You can spend your day at the Konark Sun Temple, take a tour at the arts and crafts village or enjoy an offbeat beach camping experience.
Tourist attractions in Bhubaneswar
Popular tourist attractions in the city include Lingaraja Temple, ISKCON Temple, Parshuram Temple and Vaital Deul Temple which are known for their stories, architecture and devotional activities. Other major attractions of the city are Museum of Tribal Arts and Artefacts, Zoological Park, Ekrama Kanan – the biggest botanical garden of the city and the Deras Dam.
Places to shop in Bhubaneswar
If you are interested in picking up some handloom products, Utkalika is the best place. Ekamra Haat is one of the most popular shopping hubs in the city. You can buy original products right from the artisans of the region.
Best time to visit Bhubaneswar
The best time to visit the city is during the winter months (November to March). The weather during these months is pleasant which is ideal for sightseeing.
Weather in Bhubaneswar
Summers can get too hot with the temperatures going over 40°C. The city experiences heavy rainfall. The temperature during the winter months is in the range of 18°C to 30°C.
Mode of transport
Bhubaneswar is well-connected to major cities via air, road and rail network. Travellers can either use public transport or book cabs to get around the city.
Airport in Bhubaneswar
The Bhubaneswar Airport (IATA: BBI) is also known as the Biju Patnaik Airport. IndiGo offers several domestic flights from this airport. For more information on flight schedules, you can visit www.goindigo.in or download the mobile app.