Explore the Ancient Temples and Jain Trails with Explore2Odisha representatives. Being the seat of Tribhubaneswar or Lord Lingaraj, Bhubaneswar is an important Hindu pilgrimage centre. Hundreds of temples dot the landscape of the Old Town, which once boasted of more than 2000 temples. The Khandagiri and Udaygiri hills were carved and tunneled to create a multi-storied ancient apartment residence for Jain monks by the first Orissan ruler King Kharavela around first century BC.

Origins of Buddhism at Dhauli / Explore Tantric Cult at Hirapur Shanti Stupa at Dhauli Hills is a significant symbol of love and peace. It is at Dhauli that Ashoka resorted to Buddhism. Hirapur – 64 Yogini shrine dating back to the 9th century AD gives a glimpse of the religious and occult practices of medieval times. Pipli is a centre for appliqué work, which depicts the essence of Oriya culture.

Stand Enthralled at the Majestic Konark / Meet Master Craftsmen at Raghurajpur /Be Enchanted at Puri – The Sacred Land of Yogis 13th century Sun Temple at Konark conceived as a massive chariot hauling the Sun God across the heavens is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Raghurajpur is a Heritage Craft village where the entire community is involved in making Pattachitra Palm Leaf engravings and is an example of stellar craftsmanship. The 12th century Jagannath Temple at Puri is dedicated to Lord Jagannath –“The Lord of the Universe” where yogis and devotees throng to seek forgiveness, to seek blessing. The chariots of the divine siblings, Jagannath, Subhadra and Balabhadra, roll down in the famous annual Rath Yatra.

Be enthralled by the Turquoise Expanse of Chilka / Glorious ruins of Gopalpur Chilka Lake spread across 1200 sqkm is Asia largest brackish water lake studded with small islands and has a unique ecosystem with a large number of aquatic flora and fauna. Gopalpur is a sleepy hamlet that betrays no traces of its glorious past. The ruins of an old port speak of a time that won Gopalpur its prominent place in Odisha’s history.

Healing Touch of Taptapani Rolling green hills, jungles washed by rains and clouds tucked within the distant hills – that is Taptapani – A Marvel of nature also known for its natural hot sulphur springs with medicinal properties.

Rayagada is a district of meadows, forests, waterfalls and terraced valleys, thickly inhabited by colourful ethnic and tribal groups such as the heavily tattooed Kutia Kondhs .As they trek downhill from the mountains we visit them at their weekly markets locally called ‘haat’ by making our way through the swarm of buyers and sellers.

Meet the Original Horticultural Specialists of Rayagada A day to further explore the beautiful Dongriya Kondh tribes at their weekly market in Chatikona. The tribal people showcase a rainbow of oriental culture and cultural trappings, which are held beautiful in an ethnic kaleidoscope.

See Embellished Dwellers of Jeypore In Koraput the vast stretch of hilly region, charming valleys, perennial streams, waterfalls and deep forests have attracted some aboriginal races like the Marias, the Gadabas and the famed Bondas. These First Citizens still choose to live in harmony with nature . Understand this ancient land , its spirituality and wonder.

Humble Hidden Hamlets along the Eastern Ghats Feel the upbeat vibrant and colourful market of Paraja tribes at Kunduli . Drive past the scenic stretch of Odisha and do not fail to ascertain the beautiful life of a tribal who is more adept in protecting Mother Nature and its bounty.

after breakfast, transfer to airport/ railway station. So ends our tryst with the fascinating tribals who never fail to share memories for a lifetime, leaving a Smile behind to beckon You!