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Prachi Valley – Odisha’s Best Kept Secret!

February 15, 2020February 15, 2020 - by Tarani Trotter - 12 Comments.

“Ubhaya Prachi Tate Raja Nibasan Maha Bijaya Prasadam Karayati” The Hathigumpha inscriptions at Udayagiri, BBSR, speaks about Prachi river. Prachi Mahatmya uses these lines which literally means as “On the …

Heritage Bridges of Odisha-I

October 31, 2019November 8, 2019 - by Tarani Trotter - Leave a Comment

Odisha has been blessed with big rivers, tributaries & numerous canals. Initially, there were makeshift bridges made of wood or bamboo, which were later on replaced by stone masonry. Many …

The Legacy of Bali Jatra

October 31, 2017November 12, 2019 - by Tarani Trotter - Leave a Comment

The state of Odisha, or ancient Kalinga, is known for its rich & eventful history due to its maritime trade. There was a time when the coastal business communities of …