Kuldiha Wild Life Sanctuary, Balasore
There are some forests that look ethereal where the road itself starts changing the mood. Kuldiha Wild Life Sanctuary feels like that. Around Balasore side, especially near the Nilagiri Hills Balasore belt, things slowly start getting greener and quieter. Small roads, village stretches, more trees, less noise. That is where Kuldiha starts. It does not […]
Sailashree Palace, Balangir – A Mark of Royal Legacy
A magnificent structure resides in Balangir (in West Odisha) that has persisted since ancient times – Sailashree Palace has existed through many eras. The palace was once a residence of royalty and can tell stories through the remnants of time around its walls. There is beauty in the many carved edges, the large hallways that […]
Chandaneswar Shiva Temple Balasore
Near Digha, where beach plans usually take over the whole trip, there is one temple many people still make time for. Chandaneswar Shiva Temple is that place. It is close, easy to reach, and somehow changes the mood of the day. After the noise of the sea and market side, Chandaneswar feels slower. Many people […]
Turekela Wildlife Sanctuary – A Natural Treasure of Balangir
Turekela Wildlife Sanctuary located in Western Odisha is somewhat hidden away from crowded tourist areas of Western Odisha. The Wildlife Sanctuary is in the Balangir District, surrounded by thick wooded areas with small “rolling hills” and open sky above. Near Turekela is beautiful countryside. People looking for secluded areas in the District of Balangir to […]
Nilagiri Jagannath temple- The Lord’s Home in the Green Hills
Nilagiri Jagannath Temple- The Lord’s Home in the Green Hills Drive west from Balasore, and the quiet plain undulates gently. In no time, your eyes will be caught by the steep, tree-covered hills that tower over the landscape. This is Nilagiri, Balasore. At its base lies the tranquil Nilagiri pond, just a few minutes’ walk […]
Dagara, the Golden Shore of the North
When you take the road to the coast of Baliapal block, you can feel the atmosphere getting different. The air that smelled only of the dry crops is now refreshed by the sharp and salty breath of the Bay of Bengal. This is the place of Dagara. Just before you hit the beach waves, a […]
Sarisua Waterfall Balasore
Sarisua Waterfall Balasore If you are driving towards the Nilagiri hills, after you pass the quiet village of Kumari, Odisha, you will notice that the air becomes fresher. The road snakes through a corridor of deep green trees until you can see a mountain that looks as if it has been standing there like a […]
Blue Lake- The Hidden Sapphire of Mitrapur
Are you headed for the Nilagiri hills in the Balasore district? Well, the dusty roads will finally bring you to a sight that will make you hold your breath. It is the Blue Lake, a very deep pool of water that really looks like a piece of the sky has fallen down onto the earth. […]
Waza Waterfall, Balangir – A Hidden Natural Escape in Western Odisha
People often mention the amazing temples and traditions in the west of Odisha. However, not many people know about the unique wildernesses that exist in the west of Odisha. Waza waterfall is a peaceful and beautiful place that’s tucked behind a lot of trees in Balangir. Visitors who are seeking to escape from the hustle […]
Jogeshwar Mahadev Temple, Balangir – A Place of Devotion
The Jogeshwar Mahadev Temple is located in Balangir district within the state of Odisha, India. Locally referred to as ‘Jogisarda’, this temple has gained notoriety due to the strength of the local community’s religion. The location of the temple affords visitors of it the greatest opportunity for solitude, both because it is so far removed […]