Experiencing Odisha - Why It Should Be Your Next Vacation Weekend Getaways?

Hub Of Exquisite Arts And Crafts

The indigenous arts and crafts of Odisha are the base of its identity. The state is known for its applique, silver filigree, stonework and dhokra castings. A land of dexterous artists and craftsmen; Odisha is all about finding the traditional handicrafts, paintings, and carving work along with the dance and music which are considered as the symbols of our rich culture and heritage. 

Wonders Of Nature - The mini Amazon and the Migratory birds

Odisha is home to more than 400 species of birds. The shutterbug enthusiasts can have a gala of a time clicking their feathered friends. The salt lake of Chilika is a heaven of migratory birds. Yes, you get to find about 230 species of birds from Flamingos, Pelicans, Gulls, Golden Plovers and Sandpipers congregating on the marshes of the lake. 

At the Bhitarkanika wildlife sanctuary, there are around 271 kinds of bird species to be spotted and cherished. What’s interesting is that this place is also known as the 'mini Amazon of India.' Furthermore, India’s largest Heronry is also situated in Bhitarkanika. Some of the known bird species which can be found in these Nature Camps are godwits, plovers, ducks, ruffs, lapwings, terns, pitta and geese.

Experience Visual Paradise - Boating In Odisha

With boating, you can treat yourself to a visual depiction of nature’s amazing beauty. Boating in the Canyons of Satkosia Gorge and getting to see the basking saltwater crocodiles and flocking birds is quite a soothing experience in itself. The Chilika Nature Camp is another interesting option worth exploring if you are looking for unforgettable boating memories with your loved ones.

The Sense Of An Adventure - Trekking

Trekking is another interesting option which the travellers can indulge themselves into while exploring Odisha. Undoubtedly, it is an amazing way to discover the subtle nuances of nature while you listen to the folklores from your tour guides. 

Odisha’s Folk Dance Is A Beautiful Fusion Of Tradition

Quite a brilliant tapestry of various faiths and cultures, Odisha is just the perfect place to experience the flavours of Indian heritage. And out of these flavours, folk dance is all the more reason to visit and explore this vivid destination. Some of the popular folk dances of Odisha are Gotipua, Chhau, Ghumura, Rannapa and Sambalpuri.

Great Sites For Indulging In Photography

In Odisha, you get to explore many sites such as riverine camps, hill stations, places of historical significance, beach camps, lakes, lagoons, sal forests, pine forests. All of them serve as a great opportunity for wildlife photographers to click some really beautiful snaps. Getting a good click of animals such as Olive Ridley Turtles, Irrawady Dolphins or Red and White Crabs will simply make your day.

The Konark temple in Odisha has also been awarded the status of World UNESCO Heritage Site for its unique architectural design and is a great site for photography.

Lately, the inauguration of the Phurlijharna, a waterfall of celestial significance created a lot of positive buzz! Plummeting from a considerable height of 30 ft, seeing these waters is no less than a magical experience, especially for the bird lovers. 

Then, there is the presence of Kerpai, which is a paddy village offering a sense of vastness and bliss rolled into the timeless life of a village. The tiered rice terraces of this place create an enchanting backdrop to imbibe in your memory for a lifetime.

Balukhand-Konark Sanctuary proves to be yet another place for getting some really amazing photos clicked. For eco-tourism enthusiasts, this place would be quite a bliss to experience.

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Water Sports

Odisha is an amazing place to experience the water rides as well as water sports. Here, you will never fall short of water touring options. Some of the best places to experience such rides are in Puri, Konark Marine Drive along with Chilika lake and Tampara lake. 

So, with this, we have come to the end of this post. Odisha has always been a great place for exploring the vivid culture of India. To plan your trip to this charming Indian travel getaway, you can always choose to plan your travel itinerary by Adotrip's Tour planner.