Bhubaneswar, India
Tourism

... More >

University; Rupali Square, a major shopping district; Central School Square, named for the numerous schools in the area; Convent Square, site of the most popular Hindu temple in the city and the only Catholic Church; and Master Canteen, one of the oldest squares of Bhubaneswar.

The Old Town of Bhubaneswar boasts hundreds of temples, this used to be in the area of 2,000 but Bhubaneswar is still an important Hindu pilgrimage and spiritual center. The new Bhubaneswar has modern buildings that complement the city's heritage.

The numerous temples and shrines are a testament to amazing engineering and artistic feats as well as the history of the area which spans 25,000 years. Other notable sites in and around Bhubaneswar are the twin hills of Khandagiri & Udayagiri, Atri hot sulphur springs, the Yogini shrine at Hirapur, the State Museum and Ekamra Haat with its indigenous trade and handicrafts on display.