This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva . Lingaraja Temple represents the peak of achievement in Orissas middle period. The 54m spire of the temple dominates the Bhubaneswar landscape. Set in a walled compound, the Lingaraj is surrounded by many smaller shrines. The Lingaraj compound has another outstanding temple, dedicated to Parvati.

It is a 7th century Shiva Temple.The classical temole is one of the oldest in Bhubaneswar. Located close to the main Bhubaneswar to Puri Road, on the same side as the Lingaraj Temple, the Grove of the Perfect Beings is a cluster of about 20 smaller temples. It's the best preserved of all Bhubaneswar's ancient temples and has finely detailed bas-reliefs of elephant and horse processions and Siva images.

The sanctuary is situated About 20 km from Bhubaneswar. Nandankanan was established as a sanctuary in 1979. In effect it was really a Biological Park encapsulated in lush and natural landscape, offering its inhabitants a true feel of their natural habitat. Nandankanan also runs a Lion Safari and White Tiger Safari. Nearby is the Chandaka Elephant Reserve.

Twin hills honey-combed with Jain caves that reveal the sculptural art of the 2nd century BC makes an interesting study of the life and times of Jain ascetics.  Khandagiri has 19 caves and Udaigiri has 44 caves.
 

Chilika, is located about 100 kms from Bhubaneswar. A narrow isthmus separates Chilika from the waters of the Bay of Bengal. Spread over an area of 1,100 sq. km it was declared a sanctuary in 1987. In Winters  thousands of migratory birds flying in from as far off as Siberia to make their winter sojourn in strange waters.

This 11th century Raja Rani temple is aesthetically endearing, sculpted with graceful feminine figures. It is surrounded by well-maintained gardens. It's one of the best of the Bhubaneswar temples.

Bhubaneswar is connected to the cities of Calcutta, Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai, Vishakhapatnam, Hyderabad, and Raipur through regular flights. Biju Patnaik Airport in Bhubaneswar is the only major airport in the state.

Bhubaneswar is directly connected by rail with Calcutta, Puri, Madras, Delhi, Bombay, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Tirupati, and Trivandrum.

 

Roads are linked with Bhubaneswar and Berhampur, Chilka, Cuttack, Konark, Paradip, Puri, Rourkela, Sambalpur and other places. Interstate bus services operate daily between Calcutta and Puri via Bhubaneswar and Tatanagar (Jamshedpur).

Bhubaneswar holds an amazing artistic tradition, which enjoyed reform custom from the temples. Land of great artists and craftsmen, still retain their nativity . The rich Orissa culture is also depicted in its glowing traditional Odissi Dance. The intricate and elegant hand, feet and facial movements are all the additional charms of the dance. The dance features Jayadev's "Gita Govinda" the 12th century epic that deals with stories representing Krishna's love for Radha expressing both divine and passionate emotions in the dance drama. In olden days the dance was a form of devotion and was performed in the temples as a tribal offering to the Gods. "Chaitghoda", the traditional dance of fishermen shows rich cultural heritage and is performed by using a dummy horse depicting the battle drama called "Pari ka Nritya".

The best time for visit Bhubaneswar would be between October to March. The weather during this time is very pleasant and conducive to travel. This is also the time when millions of migratory birds make their way from the north to nest in the lakes and forests of Orissa. Bhubaneswar experience occasionally very high temperatures for a few days in the months of May-June-July, and a couple of weeks of heavy rains during the monsoons.

Silver filigree, Stone and Wood carving, Patta paintings, Tie and Dye textiles, bamboo basketry, brass and bell metal work, horn work, and many other famous handicrafts of Orissa can be selected as souvenirs from the local markets. Purchases can be made from Utkalika (run by the Department of Handicrafts) or at the many privately run shops.

The multi-cuisine restaurant in Hotel Marrion has a wide range of Indian, Continental, and Chinese cuisines.At Hotel Swosti, two multi-cuisine restaurants,a bar and a pastry shop offer delectable cuisines and informal snacks. Sangam (multi-cuisine restaurant), J'Lord (coffee shop), Nandan (barbeque restaurant) and a well stocked bar make for your eating out experience within the luxury and comfort of Hotel Sishmo in Bhubaneswar.The hotel Trident Hilton has a multi-cuisine restaurant and a bar.

Capital Hospital      Unit-6, Bhubaneswar

State Bank Of India, Main Branch - Unit-1, Bhubaneswar

Ayurvedic Hospital  Old Town, Bhubaneswar

Indian Overseas Bank, Sahid Nagar, Bhubaneswar

Apex Hospital  189/431,Baramunda, Bhubaneswar

Reserve Bank of India Kharvela Nagar, Bhubaneswar.

Nucleus Poly Clinic    Kharvel Nagar, Bhubaneswar

Bank Of India  98, Kharvel Nagar, Bhubaneswar