You should travel to Bhubaneshwar if you are spiritually inclined. This 'temple city' derives its name from Tribhuvaneswara or Shiva, the "Lord of the Three Worlds". Not surprising that the city of Bhubaneshwar, the capital of Orissa is considered to be a spiritual tourist destination. Bhubaneshwar traces its glorious temple history to the time when it was the capital of the Kalinga Empire.

The tourist attractions in Bhubaneshwar are undoubtedly the temples in Bhubaneshwar, which would attract the spiritual tourist as well as anyone passionate about temple architecture. The main temples, which should be on a tourist's itinerary, are Parashurameshwara Temple, Vital Deul, Mukteswar Temple and the Lingaraja Temple.

Excursions from Bhubaneshwar can be made to the nearby caves of Udaygiri and Khandgiri, Dauli, Atri Springs and Sun Temple at Konark. Bhubaneshwar also witnesses some interesting fairs and festivals like Durga Puja, Janmashtami, Kali Puja and the Adivasi Mela.

The city of Bhubaneshwar a range of hotels to offer. The hotels in Bhubaneshwar cater to those looking for luxury stay and budget accommodation alike. Shopping in Bhubaneshwar will be a fascinating experience for a tourist looking for traditional fabrics and curios. Bhubaneshwar is famous for fabrics like ikat and Sambalpuri, metalware like silver filigree work and dokhra, exquisite woodcarvings and traditional paintings like patachitra.


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