ODISHA – India’s Best Kept Secret. Explore the most exciting tourist destinations in Odisha. From East to West and North to South every district and city has its own treasure where one can find oneself feeling overwhelmed. Nature sightseeing, wildlife & dense forests, cloud touched hills, sanctuary and reserves, lakes & beaches, dance forms & festivals, adventure & sports, historical monuments & museums, and Art & crafts, etc.
Swosti Group has two incredibly best hotels in Bhubaneswar and two resorts in Chilika and Gopalpur. Swosti Grand & Swosti Premium, the premier business class hotels near Bhubaneswar Railway Station & Biju Patnaik International Airport are the epitome of comfort and luxury. The properties radiate a perfect unification of enduring charm with modern amenities. No matter whether you are a business traveler or a tourist, we leave no stone unturned to please and pamper your senses with a lavish stay tucked in luxury making your stay a memorable one.
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The Unexplored Tourist Treasures Of Odisha Brought You By Swosti Group
1. The Unexplored Tourist
Treasures Of Odisha
Brought You By
Swosti Group
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3. About Chilika Lake
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Chilika Lake is the largest lagoon of Northern Hemisphere, spread
over the Puri, Khurda and Ganjam districts of Odisha state on the east
coast of India, at the mouth of the Daya River, flowing into the Bay of
Bengal, covering an area of over 1,100 sq. km.
4. Places to Visit Near Chilika
Nalabana Bird’s Sanctuary - Refuge points of several
migratory birds that flock here every year during the winter season.
NALABANA BIRD SANCTUARY
“A Paradise For Migratory Birds”
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5. Places to Visit Near Chilika
Mangalajodi – Bird’s Paradise for millions of Migratory Birds. Mid
September to February is the best time to visit.
MANGALAJODI BIRD SANCTUARY
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6. Places to Visit Near Chilika
Kalijai Temple is located on an island in Chilika Lake.
It is considered to be the abode of the Goddess
Kalijai.
KALIJAI TEMPLE, CHILIKA LAKE
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7. Places to Visit Near Chilika
Rambha, Chilika – 40 Kms from Berhampur
Rambha boasts of its enchanting picturesque beauty
overlooking the Chilka Lake and the hills. Great spot
for boating & bird watching
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8. Taratarini Temple - Manifestations of Adi Shakti
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TARATARINI TEMPLE
Places to Visit Near Chilika
9. Odi Art Museum - Rich Art Heritage of Odisha.
The Odiart Museum is designed as a space for displaying the
rich Art Heritage of Odisha.
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ODI ART CENTRE
Places to Visit Near Chilika
10. Taptapani is famous for its Hot sulfur water spring.
It is situated in the eastern ghats on the highway from Berhampur
to Chandragiri.
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TAPTAPANI HOT SPRINGS
11. Black Bucks at Vetnai – Small village famous world
wide for presence of black bucks
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Places to Visit Near Chilika
12. Places to Visit Near Chilika
Jirang Buddhist Monastery at Chandragiri, the largest
Buddhist monastery in Eastern India.
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13. Places to Visit Near Chilika
Gopalpur Beach - Located on the east coast of the Bay of Bengal flanked
with coconut and casuarina groves and is a perfect outing for a languorous
weekend.
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14. Forests & Wildlife of Odisha
Bhitarkanika Bird Sanctuary is home to numerous species of birds including
different species of kingfisher.
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15. Forests & Wildlife of Odisha
Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary - Wide and dense mangrove forest and
crocodile reserve. You can see world’s largest salt water crocodiles here.
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16. Forests & Wildlife of Odisha
Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary - 170 species of birds and a large
population of saltwater crocodiles, hawksbill and leatherback turtles
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17. Chandaka- Dampara sanctuary conservation of elephants & a
home to a number of threatened wild animals and birds
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Forests & Wildlife of Odisha
18. Satkosia Nature Camps - It is one of eco tourism nature camps in the
tikarapada north eco tourism camps. Tiger reserve and a breeding centre
for fresh water crocodiles, Gharial and mugger.
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Forests & Wildlife of Odisha
19. Simlipal Tiger & Elephant Reserves - Home to Bengal tiger, Asian elephant,
gaur, and chausingha, along with some of the beautiful waterfalls like Joranda
and Barehipani Falls
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Forests & Wildlife of Odisha
20. Simlipal Tiger & Elephant Reserves - Home to Bengal tiger, Asian elephant,
gaur, and chausingha, along with some of the beautiful waterfalls like Joranda
and Barehipani Falls
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Forests & Wildlife of Odisha
21. Forests & Wildlife of Odisha
Daringbadi – Kashmir of Odisha – Peaceful hill station at an elevation of
3000 feet waiting to be explored. Replete with pine trees, coffee gardens
and splendid valleys. Best time to visit is December to January
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22. Lakes & Beaches in Odisha
Puri Golden Beach - One of the most sacred pilgrim centres for the Hindus in the
country, located in the land of the famous Jagannath Temple (Lord of the Universe)
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23. Lakes & Beaches in Odisha
Rushikulya Olive Ridley Turtles - Famed for two remarkable events: thousands
of female turtles coming in to nest, in February, followed by millions of
hatchlings heading out into the sea after exactly 49 days in April
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24. Lakes & Beaches in Odisha
Satapada - Famous for the endangered Irrawaddy Dolphins. Best time to
visit is all year round
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25. Swosti Hotels in Odisha
SWOSTI PREMIUM, BHUBANESWAR
A 5-Star Luxurious Hotel in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Address: P1, Jaydev Vihar, Bhubaneswar -751013
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26. Luxury Hotel Rooms
STAY AT SWOSTI PREMIUM
EXECUTIVE PREMIUM ROOMS
These rooms area occupied total with facility are 508 square feet with
separate dinning area & large comfort sofa.
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FACILITIES AT SWOSTI PREMIUM
SWIMMING POOL
As the best in luxury hotel in Bhubaneswar, the swimming pool of Swosti Premium is really
fabulous, when it comes to just go swimming.
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28. CHANAKYA
LARGEST CONVENTION CENTER IN EASTERN INDIA
“Chanakya Hall at Swosti Premium has best spaces to suit
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For Excellence and Convenience Affair
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RESTAURANTS AT SWOSTI PREMIUM
PANORAMA
Panorama is a restaurant that offers a range of delectable cuisines like Mediterranean, Avadh
and Bengali to pamper the taste buds of the guests prepared exclusively with exquisite spices
and ingredients.
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30. Swosti Hotels in Odisha
ROB ROY - SWOSTI PREMIUM
ROB ROY - Scottish Bar in Bhubaneswar
A first of its kind Scottish Bar in Bhubaneswar is the perfect place to relax and have a
wonderful time with friends and family in its simple traditional decor, and authentic hospitality
with Scottish style menu.
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31. Swosti Hotels in Odisha
PLAZA CLUB - SWOSTI PREMIUM
PLAZA CLUB – Nightlife Destinations in Bhubaneswar
It is one of the best night-life destinations in Bhubaneswar offering a riveting experience to
every patron with its overwhelming ambiance, reverberating music and wide range of drinks
and food.
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32. Swosti Hotels in Odisha
FACILITIES AT SWOSTI PREMIUM
HEALTH CLUB (Gym - Holistic in every aspect)
Just situated by the side of our swimming pool, our health club is one of the largest
amongst all with the best facilities for exercise and recreation in Odisha.
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33. Dance Forms & Festivals
Konark Dance Festival - a five day dance festival held every year in
the month of December
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34. Dance Forms & Festivals
Dhauli-Kalinga Mahotsav – 2 day event held in early February every year
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35. Dance Forms & Festivals
Gopalpur Beach Festival – 4 days event from 24th to 28th of
December every year
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36. Dance Forms & Festivals
Mukhteshwar Dance Festival - every year around mid of January
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37. Dance Forms & Festivals
ODISSI Dance - the oldest surviving dance form of India on the
basis of archaeological evidences.
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38. Dance Forms & Festivals
Chhau Dance - A traditional dance form in Odisha, which is used to
enacts the episodes from the Hindu epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata
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39. Dance Forms & Festivals
Gotipua - performed in Orissa for centuries by young boys, who
dress as women to praise Jagannath and Krishna.
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40. Dance Forms & Festivals
Chaiti ghoda dance is one of the popular folk dance forms of Odisha
specially performed by aboriginal fishermen tribes like the Keot (Kaibarta).
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41. Dance Forms & Festivals
Changu Dance: The Changu is the famous folk dance from the Eastern state of
Odisha. This dance is performed by almost all the regional tribal communities.
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42. Swosti Hotels in Odisha
HOTEL SWOSTI GRAND, BHUBANESWAR
Best Boutique Hotel in Near Railway Station,
Bhubaneswar
Address: 103, Janpath , Bhubaneswar Odisha, India - 751001
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43. Luxury Hotel Rooms
STAY AT HOTEL SWOSTI GRAND
GRAND ROOMS
These centrally air-conditioned rooms are furnished with King Size Beds
along with amenities like Mini Bar,
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44. Swosti Hotels in Odisha
RESTAURANTS AT SWOSTI GRAND
AQUA RESTAURANT
Set under a vibrant theme of Ocean this classic family restaurant is located
at the Lobby level of the hotel, serving tasteful delights from our expert
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45. Swosti Hotels in Odisha
BANQUET HALLS AT SWOSTI GRAND
Banquet Halls For Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions
(MICE)
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46. Swosti Hotels in Odisha
GALLERIA COFFEE SHOP – SWOSTI GRAND
GALLERIA COFFEE SHOP
Located at the lobby level very recently opened 24 hours coffee shop with the
artistic decor awaits you, one can enjoy choicest world class finest variety of
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OCEANA PUB – SWOSTI GRAND
OCEANA PUB - COCKTAIL BAR
Located at the lobby level, the Oceana Pub welcomes you with yet another
theme of a Ship and Ocean. It is specially designed to freshen up your mood with
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48. 49-day Eco-Retreat event at Puri-Konark beach - Eastern India's first 'Glamping' festival
'Marine Driver Eco Retreat' began on December 14, 2019
Marine Drive Eco Retreat
Adventure & Sports
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49. An ATV ride takes you to the farther, quieter end of the beach.
Marine Drive Eco Retreat
ATV RIDE
Adventure & Sports
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50. Parasailing over the coast of Odisha is an exhilarating experience.
PARASAILING
Marine Drive Eco Retreat
Adventure & Sports
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51. Beach VollyBall
Marine Drive Eco Retreat
At Marine Drive Eco-Retreat: One can chase the calm with
the competitive zest of beach volleyball.
Adventure & Sports
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52. Adventure & Sports
Banana Ride at Marine Drive Eco Retreat. Go on a wild ride in an inflatable boat that
looks like a banana - thus its name.
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Marine Drive Eco Retreat
Banana Ride
53. Adventure & Sports
Dhauli Light & Sound
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Tourist can now look to the light and sound show at Shanti
Stupa at Dhauli Hill.
54. Adventure & Sports
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Located at a distance of 22 kms from Bhubaneswar in Kurang
Sasan, Ocean World Water Park is one among the best and the
most popular water parks of the city.
Ocean World Water Park
55. Adventure & Sports
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Get amazed by the treasure trove of the trekking
destinations of Odisha,
Trekking & Jungle Safaris
Panchalingeswar, Chandaka, Atri, etc.
56. Adventure & Sports
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For Boating & Bird watching, the best tourist destination is
Mangalajodi in Chilika lake.
Boating & Birds Photography
57. Swosti Resorts in Odisha
SWOSTI CHILIKA RESORT
A Luxury Eco-Resort in Odisha, situated on the banks of
picturesque Chilika Lake.
Address: Odia Alapur, Gorapali, Ganjam, Chilika, Odisha 761029
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58. Luxury Hotel Rooms
STAY AT SWOSTI CHILIKA RESORT
MIDLAKE COUNTY
Offering a spectacular view of the manicured lawns from the private
balcony, the Midlake County rooms are full of all modern amenities.
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59. ORANA- SWOSTI CHILIKA RESORT
ORANA RESTAURANT
Orana restaurant offers an incredible array of native and international
cuisines with an inviting decor and ambience.
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60. EKAYAA – THE SPA
Ekayaa Spa at Swosti Chilika Resort
Step into a world of pure bliss and discover a new you. A world of peace,
calm and tranquility awaits as you indulge in traditional Indian wellness
therapies.
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61. MICE – SWOSTI CHILIKA RESORT
MAHOGANY - Conference Hall & Board Rooms
Swosti Chilika Hotel offers an array of different types of banquet &
conference halls for destination weddings and business meetings.
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62. COFFEE SHOP -SWOSTI CHILIKA RESORT
BEAN HIVE – COFFEE SHOP
Centrally located with all side open walls and green spaces all around, this
is a perfect settlement for a tired mind to relax or a place where you catch
up with friends or colleagues for a perfect get-together.
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63. BAR (THE HARBOUR) -SWOSTI CHILIKA RESORT
BAR – THE HARBOUR
No matter what your choice of mocktail or cocktail is, sipping it with the view of
the largest lagoon on the northern hemisphere, Chilika Lake. Chic decor,
extensive bar menu and freshly cooked sea foods will make you go high like
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64. SWIMMING POOL-SWOSTI CHILIKA RESORT
SWIMMING POOL
Take a refreshing dip in our swimming pool to enjoy a rejuvenating experience,
to improve your fitness, or to burn calories. Enjoy your beautiful day swimming
among the lush ambiance of Swosti Chilika Resort and experience the serenity
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65. Historical Monuments
Puri Jagannath Dham - One of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites in India, and
is also well-known for the annual chariot festival or Rath Yatra.
JAGANNATH TEMPLE, PURI
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66. Historical Monuments
Sun Temple - Dedicated to the Hindu sun god Surya, and, conceived as a
giant stone chariot with 12 wheels.
KONARK SUNTEMPLE
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67. Historical Monuments
64 Yogini Temple - Abode of Goddess Durga along with 64 yoginis. Temple
is formed by a circular wall with 64 chambers.
64 YOGINI TEMPLE
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68. Historical Monuments
Lingaraj Temple - Dedicated to Lord Shiva and is the largest temple of the
city, main tower of this temple measures 180-feet in height .
LINGARAJ TEMPLE
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69. Top Most Museums of Odisha
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KALA BHOOMI CRAFTS MUSEUM
Odisha Crafts Museum also known as Kalabhoomi is a
museum in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, dedicated to the art
and crafts of Odisha.
70. Top Most Museums of Odisha
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ODISHA STATE MUSEUM
Located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The museum is divided into eleven
sections, viz, Archaeology, Epigraphy, Numismatics, Armoury, Mining &
Geology, Natural History, Art & Craft, Contemporary Art, Patta Painting,
Anthropology and Palmleaf Manuscripts.
71. Top Most Museums of Odisha
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MUSEUM OF TRIBAL ARTS & ARTEFACTS
Located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Museum displaying tribal costumes,
jewellery, art, household objects, musical instruments & more.
72. Top Most Museums of Odisha
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REGIONAL MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY ODISHA
Located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, with exhibits on plants, animals and
geology of the eastern region of India.
73. Art & Crafts of Odisha
RAGHURAJPUR - HERITAGE CRAFTS VILLAGE
Raghurajpur: The Heritage Crafts Village Of Odisha. known for its master Pattachitra
painters, an art form which dates back to 5 BC in the region and Gotipua dance
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74. Art & Crafts of Odisha
PIPILI - APPLIQUE HANDICRAFTS
Together with Pattachitra and stone craft, the Applique work at the heritage craft
village Pipili are Odisha's most famous art exports to the world.
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75. Art & Crafts of Odisha
OLA SINGH – WEAVER VILLAGE
Olasingh Weaver Village, famous for Tussar Silk Fabric. Visiting this place gives you
the knowledge about weaving technique and you got know about lifestyle of a weaver.
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76. Art & Crafts of Odisha
STONE CARVING IN ODISHA
Stone carving is one of the major handcrafts of Odisha. It is an ancient practice
practiced by artisans mainly in Puri, Bhubaneswar and Lalitgiri in the Cuttack district.
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77. Swosti Resorts in Odisha
GOPALPUR PALM RESORT, GOPALPUR
Best Beach Resorts in Odisha, Gopalpur Palm Resort
Address: Gopalpur-On-Sea Ganjam Odisha, India - 761002
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78. Swosti Resorts in Odisha
DINE - GOPALPUR PALM RESORT
LIGHT HOUSE RESTAURANT
Lighthouse is one of the finest restaurants in Gopalpur serving a line-up of cuisines
such as Indian, Continental, South Indian and special Food from Odisha.
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79. Swosti Resorts in Odisha
STAY - GOPALPUR PALM RESORT
SUIT ROOMS
The Suites of Swosti Palm Resort are a grand sojourn for all the travelers, with their
King-size beds, cushioned arm-chairs, a coffee table and a living-cum-dining room.
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