Bhubaneswar, the City of Temples, is the capital city of Odisha. The modern city of Bhubaneswar was hitherto established in 1948. But the history of the capital city, and its surrounding places, can be traced back to the 7th century BCE. Tourists across the world appreciate the ancient heritage and culture of this city. Numerous eminent monuments, natural extravaganza, and complex architecture of the ancient city of Bhubaneswar offer perfect insights into rich religious and cultural history. The unique cover of wild flora and fauna makes your holiday even more special. You can explore one of the finest collections of cotton and silk fabrics, handicrafts, sculptures, and regional paintings here.
People fond of spiritual essence must visit this place once in a lifetime. Bhubaneswar offers a fine blending of the three prime ancient religions - Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. It forms the 'SwarnaTribhuja' ("Golden Triangle") with the holy towns of Puri and Konark. Lingaraj Temple, Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves, Nandankanan Zoological Park, Mukteshwara Temple, and The State Tribal Museum are some unmissable destinations while visiting Bhubaneshwar.
You can visit Bhubaneswar anytime, but the weather is usually humid and hot during summer. But RathYatra, biggest festival of the Odisha, is celebrated during June-July, which faces the largest number of tourist visits.
Summer
Summer starts from March to May in Bhubaneswar, like most other parts of the country. This city witnessed temperatures above 45°C during this season.
Monsoon
Monsoon here offers relief from the hot and harsh sun. The average annual rainfall touches 154 cm in the city. You can view the scenic beauty of Bhubaneswar during monsoon.
Winter
Winter is considered the best time to visit Bhubaneswar when the temperature is pleasant (temperature falls as low as 12°C).
Lingaraja temple is the first place you must visit in Bhubaneswar. It displays the essence of the ancient Kalinga architecture. The temple receives thousands of visitors daily. It is a perfect must-visit place in India for the history and culture buffs. The non-Hindus are allowed to enter the temple compound. But a viewing platform (it was erected for a visit by Lord Curzon when Viceroy) beside the wall offers a fine view of the principal exteriors.
Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves were formerly called Kattaka Caves or Cuttack Caves. Udayagiri and Khandagiri are two adjacent hills mentioned as KumariParvata in the Hathigumpha inscription and both the caves are situated here. These caves are partly natural-partly artificial; Udaygiri has 18 caves, and Khandagiri has 15. The ornately carved caves built date back to the 1st century BCE. Most of these caves were carved out as residential complexes for Jain monks under King Kharavela. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has listed these caves in the list of "Must See" Indian Heritage.