Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar the capital of the East (India) | East Indian state of Odisha, lies in its Coastal Odisha|coastal region. Together with Konark and Puri, it forms the Swarna Tribhuja or [[Golden Triangle (Thailand)|Golden Triangle]] of Odisha tourism. This ancient city makes an ideal starting point for the traveller who wishes to explore the magnificence of Kalinga architecture, worship at its grand temples or enjoy the beaches of Puri.

Bhubaneswar is 30 kilometers from Cuttack and the commercial capital of Odisha. It is also an important business centre in its own right. Bhubaneswar is also the seat of State assembly. It is considered one of the fast growing city's in India, with its Manufacturing and Information technology advancements. With more than 100 educational institutes in the city, Bhubaneswar is also very popular for students from Eastern part of India.

Odia is the most common language spoken with in the city. However, with a culture shifting towards cosmopolitan manner, Hindi and English are very much understood and accepted.

Bhubaneswar Halal Travel Guide

With many Hindu temples, which span the entire spectrum of Kalinga architecture, Bhubaneswar is often referred to as a Temple City of India and together with Puri and Konark it forms the Swarna Tribhuja ("Golden Triangle"), one of eastern India's most visited destinations. The modern city was designed by the (German) architect Otto Königsberger in 1946, along with Jamshedpur and Chandigarh.

Travel to Bhubaneswar

Fly to Bhubaneswar

The Biiju Patnaik International Airport is small, but looks new and well maintained. It is well connected with major city's of India. Direct connecting flights are available from Delhi,Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai and, to a lesser extent, Bangalore. International flights are available from Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok with Air Asia.

There are two officially sanctioned options for getting a taxi at the airport -Carzonrent, a private cab agency, and a prepaid taxi service run by the airport. Both have counters at the exit. The Carzonrent salesman will try to upsell you day trip packages when you are looking for just a ride. Ignore him as you are bound to find better options within city. Also and the other prepaid taxi is available only once you get past the security barrier, while Carzonrent is available both inside and outside. You are better off making your decision only after you step out. Another good option, if your destination is within the city, is to call for a radio cab.

Travel by train to Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar is the headquarters of East Coast division of Indian Railways. It is located on the main line from Kolkata to Chennai and is well connected to most major Indian city's. For timings and other details check the Indian Railways website. Some major trains connecting Bhubaneswar with:

New Delhi

Rajdhani Express, Nandankanan Express, Kalinga Utkal Express, Duranto Express, Puri Express and Purushottam Express

Mumbai

Konark Express and Lokmanya Tilak Express, etc.

Chennai

Coromandel Express, Chennai Howrah mail, etc.

Howrah (Kolkata)

Dhauli Express, Janasatabdi Express, Coromandel Express, Howrah Puri Express, Shri Jagannath Express, Falaknuma Express, Howrah Chennai Mail, Howrah Yesvantpur Express, EastCoast Express, etc.

Hyderabad (Secunderabad)

Falaknuma Express, East Coast Express, Konark Express, Visakha Express, etc.

Bangalore

Prashanti Express, Yeshwantpur Howrah Express, Yeshwantpur Guwahati Express(only on Mondays), Guwahati Express (Wed, Thu, Fri).

By road

Bhubaneshwar is on the National Highway no.5 that runs between Kolkata and Chennai. It is 480 km from Kolkata, 445 km from Visakhapatnam, 1225 km from Chennai, 32 km from Cuttack, 130 km from Chilika Lake (Barkul), 184 km from Gopalpur-on-sea, 64 km from Konark, 62 km from Puri.

Travel by Bus to Bhubaneswar

Buses travel to and from major city's in the region, originating at Baramunda Bus Station. The station should be reached by auto as it is not central at all. Tickets can be booked at the station, which is serviced by a good number of eateries, fruit and grocery stores and even a barber. Buses are decrepit, but quirkily decorated and very affordable (an overnight ride to Kolkata cost ₹400 in early 2023).

Get Around in Bhubaneswar

GPS 20.27|85.84 Bhubaneswar's roads are well-laid out by Indian standards and the newer parts of the city are well-planned. Getting around is easy and affordable.

Take a bus to Bhubaneswar

Town buses ply throughout the city. These are government-run and affordable. DTS (Dream Team Shahara) is a partnership between the government of Odisha and Sahara, a private company, that runs a public bus service. Buses ply all over the city, between 06:30 and 22:30 at about 20 min intervals, though the timings for specific routes vary. Fares are very reasonable, a 15 kilometers journey costs ₹25. Tickets are bought on the bus - by cash only. Caution is advisable in using these buses as typical of any other Indian city as they can be very crowded.

Best way to travel in Bhubaneswar by a Taxi

Auto-rickshaws are the life-line of Bhubaneswar and can be found on most streets of the city. Drivers are generally courteous and honest. Negotiate a rate beforehand and make sure that the driver understands your destination. A short journey of around 5 kilometers will cost you about ₹100. There are also shared autos that make journeys for as little as ₹5/km.

There are several online cab-hailing companies, such as ar.business.site/ Sairam Taxi, Ola cabs (Auto, Share Taxis, Cabs, Full day rental cabs), Uber (Cabs), Jugnoo (Auto) and Rapido (Bikes) operating in Bhubaneswar. Ola and Uber can be hired for visiting day trips to Puri, Konark or Chilika. However, you can easily find safe and reliable hired taxis also, that will do so.

What to See

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Temples are undoubtedly the most important attractions of this city. Bhubaneswar is an ancient city where the major religions of India, Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism, have had a presence during some time in its history. All the religions have left their architectural footprints here. In particular, thit is a place where the Kalinga style of Hindu temple architecture flourished between the 10th and the 13th century. You will see some of the finest examples of the style here. Unfortunately, most temples do not allow entry to non-Hindus. Most of the oldest temples, around 400 of them, are concentrated around the Old Town area.

Dhauli Giri Dhauli Road 20.1923,85.8392 8km from the city Looking down on the plains that bore witness to the gruesome war waged on Kalinga by the Mauryan emperor Ashoka, stand the rock edicts of Dhauli. It was here that King Ashoka, full of remorse after the Kalinga War in 261 BC, renounced his blood-thirsty campaign and turned to Buddhism. The edicts are a living testimony to the King's change of heart. He urges his administrators to rule the land with justice and compassion. The edicts are so remarkable that they have been excellently preserved, despite the fact that they date back to the 3rd century BC. A sculpted elephant and the symbol of the boundless powers of Lord Buddha, tops the rock edicts. The Shanti Stupa or the peace pagoda, built through the Indo-Japanese collaboration, is on the opposite hill.

Khandagiri & Udayagiri Khandagiri-Chandaka Road Khandagiri 20.2625,85.7854 Off AH45 (NH16) - Opening Hours: 06:00-18:00 Udayagiri: ₹5 for Indians, ₹100 for Foreign Muslims. Entry to Khandagiri caves is free These twin hills served as the site of an ancient Jain monastery which was carved into cave like chambers in the face of the hill. Dating back to the 2nd century BC, some of the caves have beautiful carvings. The Rani Gumpha (Queen's Cave), one of the largest and double-storied, is ornately embellished with beautiful carvings. In the Hati Gumpha (Elephant Cave), King Kharavela has carved out the chronicles of his reign. At the summit of Udayagiri is an excavated Jain temple. Khandagiri has a operational Jain temple.

Lingaraj Temple - odia:ଲିଂଗରାଜ ଠାକୁର | Lingaraj Road, Old Town 20.2384,85.8336 ☎ +91-674-234 0105 Opening Hours: 08:00-12:00, 16:00-20:00 Free, offerings accepted Lingaraja Temple Lingaraj Temple bbsr8 The 10th or 11th-century Lingaraja temple of Bhubaneswar has been described as "the truest fusion of dream and reality". A rare masterpiece and the Lingaraja temple has been rated one of the finest examples of purely Hindu temple in India by Ferguson and the noted art critic and historian. Every inch of the surface of the 55 m-high Lingaraja temple is covered with elaborate carvings. Sculpture and architecture fused elegantly to create a perfect harmony. Non-Hindus are not permitted inside. However there is an elevated viewing platform next to one of the boundary walls. To reach the platform, face the temple's main entrance and walk around to the right. There is a laneway leading to the back of the temple and the platform. Photography is not allowed inside the temple complex and the platform offers a good vantage point to photograph the temple. Just be careful of the scammers who try to befriend you, saying they are in charge of the temple and then make you sign into the "guestbook", which is just the notebook full of random names and "donations", forcing you to "donate" as well. One of them reports any foreign people in the viewpoint to the second one, who comes later on the blue scooter, trying to trick you. Near the temple is Bindu Sarovara, a large lake that is reputed to have a drop of water each from every holy river of India.

Mukteshwara Temple 20.2427,85.8405 Free, offerings accepted Dating back to 10th century this temple marks an important transition point between the early and the later phases of the Kalinga architecture. The highlight is the magnificent torana: the decorative gateway, an arched masterpiece, reminiscent of Buddhist influence in Odisha. This temple is considered to be the gem of Odishan architecture. Mukteswara means "Lord of freedom." The Temple complex also houses the siddhesvara Temple.

Rajarani Temple 20.24417,85.84356 - This temple got its name from a red-gold sandstone used, which is called Rajarani locally. It has no presiding deity but many intricately carved figurines in various stages of daily chores.

Sri Krishna-Balarama Mandir | ISKCON, on NH5 - ask the autorickshaw drivers, about ₹40 from town - Non-Hindus and foreigners who desire to visit a Hindu temple can go to this temple. The devotees are friendly and there is a affordable and clean Vegetarian restaurant.

Traffic Mahadev - A small temple which acts as a road divider.

Ananta Vasudeva Temple - odia:ଅନନ୍ତ ବାସୁଦେବ ଦେଉଳ | 20.2405,85.8357 Eastern side of Bindu Saravar - The 13th-century temple is on the eastern side of Bindu Saravar. It is dedicated to Lord Krishna and Krishna, Balaram and Subhadra are worshiped out here. It is first of the large temples of Odisha.

Parasuramesvara Temple 20.24294,85.83963 Next to the Mukteshwara Temple - Opening Hours: Surise - Sunset Free Dating to 650 AD thit is the oldest surviving temple in Bhubaneswar and possibly Odisha. The temple consists of two parts Vimana and Jagamohan. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva

Museums

Odisha State Museum 20.2562,85.8412 Housing a rich collection of sculptures, coins, copper plates, stone inscriptions, lithic and bronze age tools, rare manuscripts written on palm leaves, traditional and folk musical instruments. Rare epigraphic records are preserved in the Epigraphy Gallery.

Museum of Tribal Art & Artefacts CRPF Plaza 20.282950,85.806811 Gives an impressive insight into the culture of the many different tribals living in and around Odisha. Tools, clothes and artwork is presented over several halls. In every area a guide of the museum will take care of you and give you extensive explanations. No entrance fee.

Other places

Nandankanan Zoo Nandankanan Road, Khordha Barang 20.39717,85.82046 About 15 kilometers from the city - Opening Hours: April-September: 07:30-17:30. October-March: 08:00-17:00, closed Mondays Entry: ₹20 for Indian adults, ₹5 for Indian children between 3-12yrs, ₹100 for Foreign Muslims (you get a map free), Free for handicapped visitors. ₹50 for the safaris - the tickets are sold together even though the prices are quoted separately. Aquarium: ₹10 for adults, ₹5 for children, Paddle Boat: ₹25 for a 2-seater, ₹50 for a 4-seater and ₹100 for Family Boat. There are charges quoted for cameras, but no one seems to care about mobile cameras. ₹50/person for "Battery Operated Vehicles", but they will insist that you take on the entire 15-seater vehicle for ₹750. The zoo has some rare species of animals and is particularly well known for white tigers. There is a nice lake inside for boating and a ropeway, which, as of 2022, has been non-functional for 3 years. There is also the Botanical Garden is adjacent to the zoo. Avoid visiting the park on weekends when it gets crowded.

Deras Dam near Chandaka Sanctuary 20.31422,85.68810 around 20 km away from the Bhubaneswar Baramunda Busstand - A pristine, quiet lake in the midst of the nature.

Top Travel Tips

Visit the scores of parks in the city. The planetarium for one is good. The science park refreshes your basics and takes you back to school days. Or go around the rose garden in CRPF square or the NICCO park.
There may be an odd play going on in Rabindra Mandap, opposite the General Post Office. Or a dance program at Soochana Bhavan. This place also had radio news broadcasts (May1998) and a newspaper library. Visit places such as the hall of dance called Natamandira or the bhoga-mandapa, meaning hall of offering. Though these particular places can be found around the temple and the temple itself is off limits to non-Hindus.
Enjoy the architecture of both ancient temples and the modern buildings in Sachivalaya Road.
Take rest in one of the many small lassi shops and enjoy one of those cool [ Yoghurt drinks. The lassi in Bhubaneswar is one of the best around.

How to work legally in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar has developed as an information technology hub. Mindtree,Infosys, Satyam, TCS, IBM, Wipro, Mindfire Solutions, Discoverture Solutions and others have their offices here. It is also growing into an education hub. There are many engineering colleges and some good Business schools. XIM and KSOM are two prominent B-schools in Bhubaneswar.

Other than the new-economy companies, historically and the largest employer in Bhubaneswar has been the government.

Shopping in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar is a great place to buy the handicrafts of Odisha. Silver filigree work, Applique work, items made of jute and papier mache items are some of the things you should consider taking back from your trip. The best place to buy these, though is not the city itself, but Pipili, 8 kilometers away, on the route to Konark and Puri.

Colourful wooden icons of Lord Jagannath, sandstone icons and gemstones are a few other artifact that you can take back as mementoes.

Hand-woven textiles, known as "handlooms" as in the rest of India, are exquisitely beautiful. For women: sarees and clothes that can be stitched into salwar kameezes, or kurtas. Shirts or kurtas for men are a good buy.

Bhawani Mall

Big Bazar

Boyanika Unit-2, Ashok Nagar Bhubaneshwar, 20.2651,85.8332 ☎ +91-674-2530230 Government-run handloom shop

Market Building Ashok Nagar, Bhubaneshwar, Odisha 20.264,85.833 via Raj Path Street and 4th street - Opening Hours: 08:00-20:00, Closed on the last Monday of the month Free This shopping complex run by the city's Municipal Corporation, is an excellent place to shop in Bhubaneswar. It has a multitude of shops, including Boyanika and Utkalika, government run shops for handlooms and handicraft respectively, many other shops that sell handlooms, general cloth shops and various street vendors selling a wide range of products.

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Halal Restaurants & Food in Bhubaneswar

Odia Mutton Curries (Mansha Tarkari) - Odisha-style mutton Curries is available in Odisha and Bengal

Country Kitchen | Bapuji Nagar - 2.7 kilometers from train station - Spicy non-veg (mainly chicken) and separate veg restaurant.

Dalma - Sachivalaya Marg, Chandrasekharpur - Unit 4 and KIIT Plaza - Authentic Odiya cuisine.

Hare Krishna restaurant - Near the train station - A Vegetarian restaurant.

May Fair - 8-B, Jaydev Vihar-Ekamra Kanana Road - ☎ +91 674 666 0101

Mirch Masala; petrol Pump Chandrashekharpur, Patia

Not a place to really party out. But you can still chill at the following places.

The Cellar - Mayfair Hotel - The latest addition to the city's night-life, where you can bowl, booze and dance to Bollywood numbers from 21:00-23:00. This place attracts crowds.

Desire - Pal Heights - Good interiors, a good place for boozing and chilling out

Rock On | opposite XIMB - Nice place to drink and to spend time with friends.

Xstacy Lounge Plot No 421B, Nandan Kanan Road, Above Canara Bank, Chandrasekharpur - ☎ +91 9437799977

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Bhubaneswar

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Ramadan Celebrations in Bhubaneswar

Ramadan 2025 in Bhubaneswar

Ramadan concludes with the festival of Eid al-Fitr, which may last several days, usually three in most countries.

The next Ramadan shall be from Friday, 28 February 2025 to Saturday, 29 March 2025

The next Eid al-Adha shall be on Friday, 6 June 2025

The next day of Raʾs al-Sana shall be on Thursday, 26 June 2025

The next day for Mawlid al-Nabī shall be on Monday, 16 September 2024

Muslim Friendly Hotels

There is a variety of options from as low as ₹150 to ₹4000.

City Lodge | 55 Janapath, Ashok Nagar - From the circle in front of train station, face the station and walk along the road to the right for some 500 metres. ☎ +91 674 2531393 Check-in: 12 / Check-out: The entrance does not look good, just a narrow metal staircase, but the lodge itself is in reasonable condition.

Ginger Hotel - ₹2000 Ginger probably gives the best value for money in Bhubaneswar. Book online (but change into a package price during check-in to get breakfast included). Buffet breakfast and dinner. In-house Coffee-Day and ATM. Wireless may work.

Hotel Janpath 29 - Janpath, Bapuji Nagar - Near to the Rajmahal Plaza ☎ +91-9337046699 ₹500-₹1,200 Contains the Odiya Chhadakhai Restaurant and multi-cuisine Janak Restaurant, both of which it agents.

Hotel Pushpak | Kalpana Plaza - Looks old but the interiors are very good. The bar is quite comfy.

Hotel Upasana upasana@ Plot No 2, Old Station Plaza, Netaji Subhash Marg, Upasana, Old Station Plaza, Bhubaneshwar, Odisha 751006 - Not really walking distance to anything, so take an auto or grapple with the local bus "system". ☎ +91 674 2310044 (bookings), +91 9439865225 (front office) ₹890 to ₹1650 Rooms are basic if shabby with comfortable beds, TVs, bathrooms and wifi. Room service is reasonably priced. Given the option, choose a room on an upper floor with a fan (not AC). The laundry service is slow and not recommended unless staying three or more nights. On a quiet back street and the hotel is near to a number of breakfast stands and a shiny new supermarket. Oneline bookings, although the card payment system is unreliable. English is spoken by some staff.

Railway Retiring Rooms Inside th Railway Station - ₹150 Very clean and safe place. Your ticket number is crucial.

Stay Safe

Bhubaneswar is one of the greenest city's in India and it has a clean look, with adequate arrangement for dustbins made by the local municipal authorities. It is a generally peaceful city with hardly any history of violence. Nevertheless, you should avoid travelling late in night as the city tends to sleep early. Also, wear cool, white clothes in the summer.

Local Customs in Bhubaneswar

The temples are managed in the age-old traditions so be aware of the Hindu rituals and traditions before entering them. Make sure to take off your footwear when you enter a temple or any household. Women in particular needed to be cautious in their clothing and hygiene, but things are more equitable now.

Cope in Bhubaneswar

Summer tends to be hot.

Be aware of the many agents near to the tourist places: railways, temples and hotels. The 'Pandas' can be notorious if not shown respect. But be within your limits and a polite no (sometimes repetitive) will be ok to avoid getting cheated. In case you have an issue with an auto rickshaw driver or taxi then report instantly to a police outpost, or call 100.

News & References

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Konark
Koraput - NALCO and HAL plants
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Puri
Rock city Kodala is called rock city it is around 60 km from Brahmapur.
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Sambalpur - Hirakud Dam and wildlife sanctuaries.
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