Odisha - Tripārambh

Odisha, the state on India's east coast is known for its temples of Bhubaneswar, Puri and Konark's Sun Temple. It's untouched forests, long pristine beaches, wildlife sanctuaries, the Chilika Lake are some of the natural beauties to enjoy in the state. Odisha's tribal culture and art, along with its music, dance, fairs and festivals make it a wonderful destination to explore!

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Best Time To Visit

Odisha has the most pleasant weather during the winter season, making it the best time to visit the state. It is a good time to enjoy the Durga puja during Navratri or the Konark Dance festival in December. You can also enjoy a drive to the hill stations of Odisha, like Daringbadi.
Odisha's rainy season starts in July and goes on till October. This time is good to head to the Hirakud Dam or check out the breathtaking waterfalls of Duduma. Odisha's natural beauty is at its best this time of the year.
Odisha, in summer is quite harsh. This is a good time to explore the Chilika lake and spot dolphins. The Puri Rath Yatra or Car festival is held during this season.

Temperatures
Sep-Feb: 16-28°C
Mar-May: 25-36°C
Jun-Aug: 25-32°C

How to Reach

By Air: Odisha is home to 17 airports. The main airport, the Biju Patnaik International Airport is located in the capital city of Bhubaneshwar. The airport provides good connectivity with major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai and Raipur. Puri, Odisha's major tourist city, is located 61 kilometers from the airport.

By Road: The state is well connected with to all major cities in the country with national and state highways. NH 16 which traverses along the east coast of India passes through Odisha and connects Kolkata to Chennai. National Highways (NH) 5, 6, 23, 42 and 43 also connect the rest of the country to Odisha. Road trips are a pleasure on the two and four lane highways. Car, taxi and local and private buses are also available.

By Rail: There are several railway stations in Odisha, the main being Bhubaneswar Railway Station in Bhubaneswar. The railway network ensure good connectivity to several other Indian cities. Some major trains which ply on this route include the Konark Express, Rajdhani and Coromandel Express.