Orissa Historical Monuments
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» Konark Dance Festival
Described as a poem in stone, the Sun temple at Konark is the crowning glory of the temple architecture of Orissa. As a fitting tribute to the majestic monument, eminent classical dancers of India get together during the Konark Festival every year from 1st to 5th December to present live performance |
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» Puri Beach Festival
The Puri Beach Festival is an out and out fun lovers fest. Conducted by the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Orissa (HRAO), the festival is a celebration of Orissa, in all its beauty, charm and fun-loving spirit. With events ranging from Fashion shows to rock shows, the Puri Beach festival deligh |
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» Dola Purnima (Holi)
Dolapwnima or Holi is the most famous spring festival of India. Usually celebrated in March It has special properties in its celebration in Orissa where it is a five day affair, especially in the rural areas. The images of Krishna are worshipped form Dashami (10th day of the bright fortnight) to the |
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» Durga Puja
Durga Puja (September-October) symbolises the commemoration of good over evil. Life comes to a stand-still in the city of Cuttack as crowds pour over the Puja Mandaps to enjoy the festivities. On the day succeeding 'Vijaya Dasami', the last day of Dussera, the images are taken in a spectacular proce |
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» Chandan Yatra
This festival is generally famous in Puri but in other pars of Orissa this is also observed related to Lord Jagannath or Krishna. This Takes place in the month of Vaisaksha and continues for long 42 days. But, generally speaking it is a Festival of first 21 days only.The first period of 21 days is k |
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» Jagannath Rath Yatra
The most famous Orissan festival is of course the Ratha Yatra or Car Festival (June-July) which attracts pilgrims and visitors from all over the world. Each year, (open to all) in mid-summer, the proxy images of Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra, the deities enshrined in the Jagannath Temple at Pur |
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Jagannath Puri Puri Is Known To Be One Of The Most Popular Religious Centres In India Situated In Orissa. The City Is Also Popularly Known As Jagannath Puri As It Is Considered To Be The Land Of Great Lord Jagannath. It Is A Holy City In Which Spiritual Solace Can Be Experienced In The Prayer Sessions That Are Held At Various Temples. The City Contains The Old Monument’s Ruins And Is Located In The Eastern Parts Of India. The Historic City Of Puri Has A Rich Heritage. Out Of The Four Institutions Which Sri Adi Shankracharya Established, Puri Is Also One Of Them. The White Sands And The Beautiful Beaches Provide Panoramic Views To The Tourists. The Beaches Dazzle With The Sun Rays Falling Over Them. Places To Visit In Puri: Jagannath Temple: the Meaning Of Jagannath Is The ‘lord Of The World’. The Jagannath Temple Is Built In Dedication To Lord Krishna.the Tmple Was Built By Raja Chodaganga Deva During The 12th Century. It Is Located In The Nilgiri Hills. Gundicha Temple: gundicha Temple Is Also Known As The Gundicha Ghar. It Is Believed That The Aunt Of Lord Krishna Resided Here. It Literally Means A Garden House. Local Custom Believes That It Is The Place Where Lord Krishna As Well As His Sister Subhadra And Brother Balram Stay. Puri Beach: the Beach Has Dazzling White Sands Which Leave The People Enchanted. The Beach Is Best Suited For Leisurely Walks And Is Located Alongside The Bay Of Bengal. The Sunset And Sunrise On The Beach Is A Spectacle. Swargadwar Beach: Hindu Mythology Believes That The Person Who Takes His Last Breath On This Beach Goes Straight To Heaven. It Is Believed That The Beach Was A Bathing Place Of Lord Vishnu’s Disciple Named Saint Chatanyadev.
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