Top Seven Tourist Attractions Near Bhubaneshwar

Posted on December 18, 2022 by Ghoomophiro

The name of the city Bhubneshwar comes from Tribhubneshwar – meaning the lord of the three worlds, a title reserved for Lord Shiva in Hinduism. And thus there is spirituality in the very name of the city and it doesn’t lack tourist attractions. Today, it is the capital of the Indian state of Odisha and also its largest city. However, here we take a look at some of the best tourist spots and places to visit we have found near Bhubaneshwar.

Let us get started:

1. Konark Temple

The first and one of the most attractive tourist spots near Bhubneshwar is the renowned Konark temple. It has been declared a UNESCO world heritage site and is dedicated to Lord Sun. No one living in Bhubneshwar who is interested in Hinduism or architecture can miss visiting this temple at least once. It was built by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty in around 1250 AD, Much of it is now in ruins. What is left now is a hundred feet high structures shaped like a gigantic chariot with equally huge horses and wheels. This huge chariot has 24 giant wheels representing 24 hours of a day and 7 giant horses symbolizing 7 days of a week. The temple has also been called Black Pagoda. Chandrabagha and Ramchandi Beach which are both less than ten kilometers from this renowned temple are also covered in this list.

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2. Puri

Located at a distance of mere sixty kilometers from Bhubneshwar, Puri is another obvious contender for must-see places near Bhubneshwar. No spiritual Hindus will want to miss the chance to visit the renowned Jagganath temple here. It is one of the four Dhams and is also known as White Pagoda.

3. Chandrabagha Beach

Chandrabagha Beach is another excellent tourist attraction near Bhubneshwar. Located at a distance of mere 77 kilometers from Bhuneshwar, the pristine beach is an excellent place to spend an evening or two. The beach sees several religious and cultural activities. The best way to visit is during Chandrabaga Mela which is organized for seven days here in honor of Lord Surya.

4. Hirapur

The tourist spot nearest to Bhubneshwar to make it to this list is Hirapur. Mere 15 kilometers from Bhubneshwar, it is dedicated to the sixty-four different manifestations of Goddess Shakti. These images are also known as Yoginis and are carved out in a standing posture of black chlorite stone. There is also a mandapa that has the image of ‘Ekapada Shiva’ enshrined in it. On the outer wall, one can see nine images of ‘Kalyani’. It is one of the most sacred places near Bhubneshwar.

5. Ramchandi Beach

The next tourist spot to make it to this list is Ramchandi beach. Located at a distance of mere 26 kilometers from Bhubneshwar, this serene beach has silvery sands and a refreshing atmosphere overlooking the Bay of Bengal and also the meeting point of the Bay with the Kasabhada river. It is also close to the renowned Konar temple. The best time to visit is the Ramchandi festival celebrated in September or October.

6. Tikarpada

If you are looking to go trekking, then Tikarpada is the best destination to do so near Bhubneshwar. Located at a distance of 162 kilometers from Bhubneshwar, it offers excellent trekking opportunities inside the Ghariyal Sanctuary where you may come across crocodiles who come here to be bred. Thus it is a favorite among nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

7. Atri

Located at a distance of mere forty-two kilometers from Bhubneshwar, Atri has a renowned hot spring (another thirteen kilometers) near Lord Hakeshwar Temple. The water of the spring is believed to have medicinal properties. The best time to visit the place is during the celebration of the annual fair on Makar Sankranti which generally falls somewhere in the middle of January every year.

FAQs

There are several questions relating to Bhubneshwar and the tourist attractions near it:

Question: What is the best way to explore these places?

Answer: Most of these tourist spots can be explored by driving to them or taking a cab, It is also possible to take a bus.

Question: What are some of the other places worth visiting near Bhubneshwar?

Answer: The above list of other places worth visiting near Bhubneshwar are Karanija (54 kilometers), Pipli (24 kilometers), Pradip (105 kilometers), Dhenkanal (60 kilometers), Keonjhar (220 kilometers), Kandhamal (256 kilometers), Chandipur beach (217 kilometers), etc.

Question: How long will it take to explore these tourist spots?

Answer: Anyone starting from Bhubneshwar can easily explore these places in a single day but the trip can be expanded to a whole weekend in many cases.

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The Bottom Line

One can easily wrap up the above discussion by concluding that there are several excellent tourist attractions near Bhubneshwar and one must explore them as much as possible.