Odisha Scen...
Odisha
Scenic Serene Sublime
Odisha, an eastern state of India, spread over an area of 1,56,707 sq. kms. neighboring West Bengal and Jharkhand in the north, Andhra Pradesh in the south , Bay of Bengal in the east and Chhatisgarh in the west, with her beguiling charm, rural tranquility and 482 kms. of coastline dotted with some spectacular virgin beaches, lakes and lagoon, hundreds of temples, wild life sanctuaries and National Parks, indigenous tribal people and their varied culture, colorful and vibrant cultural festivals, hospitable environs offers almost everything on a platter, any visitor expects from a dream destination.
Odisha provides excellent accommodation to all classes of visitors. While clean and mid-budget accommodation is provided by the Odisha Tourism Development Corporation, run chain of Hotels, known as Panthanivas, Pathasala, Panthika and Yatrinivas etc. luxury accommodation is available in Star category hotels. Besides, there are number of budget hotels to cater to the needs of Budget class visitors and Youth Hostels for backpackers.
Scenic Serene Sublime
Entry Formalities
Foreign nationals allowed to enter India do not need any special permission to visit Odisha. However, considering the sensitivity of some tribes, special permission is needed to visit certain tribal areas and National Parks which can be organized by the tour operators. In some temples, non-Hindus are not allowed to enter, while the government has levied entry fee to visit some important ancient monuments. The State Museum and Nandankanan collect entry fees and these remain closed on Mondays.
Accessibility
Odisha can be reached by Air, Rail and Road. The Bhubaneswar Airport is Connected to all the metros by regular fights operated by several Airlines, Similarly several fast and super fast trains from all parts of the country pass through Bhubaneswar. Criss-crossed by a network of National and State Highways, Odisha Offers excellent transport service to and from the state. Taxis and Auto-rickshaws are available in all tourist centres which run on negotiated price.
Climate & Dress to wear
The state has only three distinct seasons like Summer, Rainy and Winter. Through each season has its own captivating charm visitors interested in the bird watching of March. Summer is usually hot but the experience of being inside the forest or near the beach during summer and rain can be memorable. Light cotton casual wear is good enough for all seasons through in some places situated at higher altitude, one needs woolen garments while an umbrella can be handy during the rains.
Accommodation
Cuisine
Through star hotels and several restaurants provide Indian, Continental, European cuisines, Oriya cuisines can be tried while in Odisha. Apart from the vegetarian non-spicy delicacies, on e can always ask from varieties of sea food.
Green coconuts, local fruits, sweets made from milk and cottage cheese, pancakes, local yoghurt can be tried while in the state. These are tasty and healthy too.
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