Odisha

temple · village

A Hindu village temple in Odisha, India, features regional architectural elements, colorful relief sculptures, and a multi-tiered shrine structure.

Second perhaps only to the Shama and competing closely with the White-winged Blackbird of the Himalaya, the Magpie-Robin is a common and cheery resident of the plains, of city gardens and forests alike, and an adept songster and musical cal…

coastline · industry

Coconut is one of the most important plantation crops of Orissa. The area under coconut production in the State is about 43.3 thousand hectares producing 296.05 million nuts.

coastline

A busy day at Chandrabhaga Beach in Odisha, India, a popular coastal destination on the Bay of Bengal. Large numbers of visitors and local families are seen walking along the shoreline, relaxing on the sand, and wading in the water.

coastline · wildlife

The tranquil coastal landscape of Chandipur Sea Beach, Odisha, is famous for its wide tidal flats and receding shoreline.

A glimpse into everyday life in Cuttack captures a traditional Indian barber shop where a barber carefully performs a classic wet shave using a straight razor.

wildlife · birds

A small flock of Cotton Pygmy Goose swims peacefully through a shallow marshy wetland habitat in Odisha.

flowers · farmland

A vibrant field of Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) stretches across Odisha, glowing with bright yellow blooms under natural light. Bees actively visit the flowers, collecting nectar and pollen, playing a vital role in pollination.

coastline · boats

Rushikulya Beach in the Ganjam district of Odisha reveals a striking coastal landscape where the greenish waters of the sea meet the sandy shoreline. Gentle waves roll toward the beach, forming rhythmic patterns as they touch the coast.

village · street food

In rural Odisha, cooking is a community affair. Watch a group of local men preparing traditional dishes—paneer fry sizzling in hot oil alongside freshly caught fish, a classic rustic combination.

aerial · river

This drone video captures stunning aerial views of Naraj Barrage, located near Cuttack, Odisha, an important structure built across the Mahanadi River.

Dahibara Aludum is a variant of Dahi vada and originated from Cuttack of the state Odisha. It is a type of chaat from Cuttack and is popular throughout India.

ceremony · festival

Biswarupa Puja Committee Durga Puja Katwaria Sarai New Delhi Durga Puja, also known as Durgotsava or Shaaradotsava, is an annual festival originating in the Indian subcontinent that reveres and pays homage to the Hindu goddess Durga and is…

sport

Football match between Orissa vs West Bengal & Sikkim during NCC National Sports at Mount St. Mary School, Delhi Cantt.

festival · temple

Devotees gather for the chariot festival in which Lord Jagannatha rides with Lord Balarama and Subhadra Devi in the coastal city of Puri, India.

festival · temple

Crowd across the country witness the famous Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath in the city of Puri, Odisha. One can see the decorated chariots of deities and Jagannath Temple.

hills

Visitors walking inside Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves near the city of Bhubaneswar in Odisha.

temple

Variety of architectural work and decorative motifs on the walls of Muktesvara deula of Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Muktesvara deula is a 10th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva located in Bhubaneshwar, Odisha, India.

temple

Intricate carvings on the walls of Muktesvara deula in the city of Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Muktesvara deula is a 10th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva located in Bhubaneshwar, Odisha, India.

coastline · river

Chandrabhaga is situated three km east of the Sun temple of Konark, and 30 km from Puri. Until recent years Chandrabhaga was considered a place of natural cure for lepers.

coastline · wildlife

Located on the east coast, Odisha (Formerly Orissa), also known as The Soul of India, is a mystical land where the hoary past and the modern today form a harmonious blend - where ancient temples mingle with modern five star hotels.

coastline · bazaar

Coastal scene is captured at Gopalpur Beach, also known as Gopalpur-on-Sea, where visitors enjoy a relaxed yet lively atmosphere along the golden sands of the Bay of Bengal.

bazaar · architecture

A bustling street scene unfolds in Jhola Sahai Bazar, located in the historic Dolamundai area of Cuttack. The narrow commercial roadway is lined with multi-story buildings housing a variety of shops, businesses, and local vendors.