If you are in Odisha and looking for ideal places to visit, then you are at the right place.
Check out this list of the top 6 tourist locations in Odisha, that are situated within 50 km of the state capital Bhubaneswar.
Whether you are for a short or long period in Odisha, these locations will not disappoint you. So, let’s find nature’s warm caress, witness the historical moments, and rejoice with wildlife with this list.
Barunei Hill: A major hill attraction about 28 km away from Bhubaneswar, it boasts a gorgeous scenic view of the city and greenery, providing a brief relief from every day’s hassle.
Deras Dam: Located about 20 km from Bhubaneswar, it’s one of the largest dams in Odisha, surrounded by lush green-covered hills and calm water. The place accumulates visitors mainly in wintertime.
Pandava Bakhara: Located in the Chandaka forest range, about 38 km from Bhubaneswar, it’s an old cave steeped with mythological stories. The sign of human habitation found here is said to be about 4000 years old.
Jayadev Vatika: A popular picnic spot in the city, it’s a wonderful place to relax amid the vast lawn and meadows, lotus ponds, waterfalls with cascading streams, and more.
Dhauli Shanti Stupa: Situated about 7 Km away from Bhubaneswar, this Buddhist site is built on the banks of river Daya whose colour turned to red during the historic Kalinga Battle.
Nandankanan Zoological Park: It’s about 20 km from Bhubaneswar with an International name for breeding white royal Bengal tigers in captivity. There is also a botanical garden and a lake nearby.