Brahmagiri, Puri

Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, this temple in Brahmagiri becomes a major pilgrimage hub during the 15-day Anavasara period when Lord Jagannath is kept in seclusion.

Titilagarh, Bolangir

A revered 14th-century temple on the southern slope of the Gandhamardan Hills, dedicated to Lord Harishankar (Shiva) and situated adjacent to a scenic mountain…

Ratnagiri, Jajpur

A major 5th-12th century CE Buddhist monastic complex and university, featuring a stunning green chlorite doorway and rich sculptural remains.

Chandikhole, Jajpur

A picturesque temple dedicated to Goddess Chandi, set against the backdrop of the Barunabanta hills and forest streams.

Cuttack Sadar, Cuttack

A highly revered ancient temple in the heart of Cuttack, dedicated to Goddess Chandi, the city's guardian deity.

Nilagiri, Balasore

Ancient temple on Devgiri Hill (Nilagiri) featuring five naturally formed Shiva lingams submerged in perennial stream. Free entry. Requires 290-300 steps climb.

Koraput, Koraput

A unique tribal Jagannath Temple replica on hilltop in Koraput with no caste or religion restrictions—worshipped by all communities regardless of faith.

Sambalpur, Sambalpur

Temple dedicated to Goddess Ghanteswari featuring unique bell offering tradition where devotees offer bells after wish fulfillment.

Aradi, Bhadrak

150-foot tall Shiva temple 52 km from Bhadrak, built by the medieval Konika kingdom using stones quarried from historic Lalitgiri Hill, with a sacred linga…

Puri, Puri

A highly sacred cremation ground and spiritual site on the Puri beach, traditionally believed to be the gateway to heaven.

Ratnagiri, Jajpur

The largest Buddhist complex in the Diamond Triangle, featuring rock-cut caves, stepwells, and monastic ruins.

Kantapada, Cuttack

A famous Shakti Peetha located on the scenic bank of the Mahanadi River at Sasanga, surrounded by mountains.

Old Town, Bhubaneswar

Magnificent 11th-century Kalinga pancharatha temple with ornate erotic sculptures and devadasi inscriptions — an architectural gem in Bhubaneswar's old town.

Bolangir, Bolangir

A historic 14th-century temple in Patnagarh, dedicated to Goddess Pataneswari, the family deity of the Patna Chauhan rulers, featuring a unique non-Brahmin…

Jajpur, Jajpur

A holy river ghat on the Baitarani River in Jajpur, famous for ancestor rituals and historic temples.

Cuttack Sadar, Cuttack

An ancient Shiva temple on a scenic island in the Mahanadi River, famous for its suspension bridge access.

Banki, Cuttack

An ancient Shakti temple in Banki, dedicated to Goddess Charchika, situated on the Ruchika hillock.

Sambalpur, Sambalpur

Ancient hilltop Shiva temple offering panoramic views of Sambalpur town, accessible by car or thrilling foot hike through scenic surroundings.

Rourkela, Rourkela

Pilgrimage temple 15 km from Rourkela at sacred Sankh-Koel-Saraswati river confluence, traditionally believed as Sage Vyasa's birthplace.

Titilagarh, Bolangir

A famous 8th-10th century CE archaeological site containing one of India's few open-to-sky Chausathi Yogini temples and over 50 brick and stone temple ruins.

Titilagarh, Bolangir

A legendary mountain range rich in medicinal herbs, rising to 1,004 meters, featuring a scenic 16 km pilgrimage trekking trail that connects Bargarh and…

Jeypore, Jeypore

An ancient Lord Shiva shrine within a magnificent limestone cave 55km from Jeypore featuring colossal stalactites, stalagmites, and a legendary 'ever-growing'…

Athamallik, Angul

Revered Shakti Pitha temple dedicated to Goddess Hingula (Fire Goddess) on Simhada River, famous for 9-day Hingula Yatra festival.

Bhuban, Dhenkanal

Sacred hilltop named after seven sages (Saptarishi) with Shiva temple, forest sanctuary, and panoramic views of surrounding countryside.