What All You Can Expect In The Pilgrimage Tour Of Odisha
Odisha, a land of temples, a state with a glorious heritage, and a place where the ancient tales are still celebrated in the form of its spectacular architecture needs to be explored for all the uniqueness it offers. The state is home to many temples and holy places, making it one of the premier pilgrimage destinations in the country. That apart, Odisha even witnesses a large number of places of worship of different religions and even hosts some of the most prominent festivals and religious events, including the grand annual Rath Yatra.
While the entire state is dotted with some amazing temples, the capital city Bhubaneswar is itself dotted with some magnificent places of worship, and that too around 600 temples. Anyone who visits here can easily relate to the architectural heritage which the state offers. While Lingaraja Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is one of the most famous religious landmarks here, there are plenty of other temples also which are worth a visit and also reflect the rich glory of the state. Some more temples in Bhubaneswar which definitely should form a part of your bucket list has to be Ananta Vasudeva Temple, Mukteshwar Temple, Rajarani Temple, Ram Mandir, Iskcon Temple and many others.
The Ananta Vasudeva Temple dates back to the 13th century, and is considered to be one of several religious shrines dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The Mukteswar Temple also forms a lot of significance here, and is a must-visit site for the devotees of Lord Shiva. Summing up, Bhubaneswar, The Temple City is home to a large number of significant religious places which are of prime importance and also give a reason for tourists to visit again.
Besides Bhubaneswar, visitors also like to witness the grandeur and architectural beauty of The Sun Temple in Konark, which is a 3rd Century CE Sun Temple, and is dedicated to Surya, the Hindu Sun God. Declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 1984, the Konark Sun Temple remains a major pilgrimage site for Hindus, who gather here every year for the Chandrabhaga Mela around the month of February.
The pilgrimage tour of Odisha is considered to be incomplete without visiting the Jagannath Temple, Puri, which is one of the most important holy sites in the country, and forms a part of the Chaar Dhaam Yatra of Hindus. The temple attracts a lot of devotees from around the world, and the world-famous festival Rath Yatra celebrated here is a one-of-its-kind spectacle.
Also, the Buddhist significance in the state of Odisha has been well talked about, and people from every nook and corner of the world visit to sight the Buddhist destinations. Of all the places, one must not miss out on visiting the Dhauligiri, Khandagiri & Udayagiri caves, Ratnagiri, Lalitgiri and other similar places. For experiencing a real Buddhist culture found in this state, one can also head towards the Jirang Monastery, which is super scenic and gives a great feeling to anyone who visits here.
It is really impossible to list down all the religious places found in the state in one piece, because every part and district of Odisha speaks of something grand in terms of its heritage and architecture. This is definitely the state to visit if someone is looking for a divine pilgrimage tour. In fact, a pilgrimage tour to see the most popular temples in Odisha should be on everyone’s travel itinerary when visiting India. That’s how amazing the religious tour of Odisha is, and should be visited by people of all age-groups, not just the adults or senior citizens.
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