It's more than just about Bhubaneswar
Buddhanatha Temple was built around 12th century by King Chodagangadeva of Eastern Ganga Dynasty. It’s a two chambered temple with rekha deula (sanctum sanctorum) & pidha jagamohana (assembly hall). There’s …
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Jagannath is the Lord of every Odias for centuries & it has been an integral part of Odia cultural traditions. During the initial decades of film making in India, mythological …
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Inscription is a short text engraved preferably on a stone, terracotta, metal or even on wooden surface. Its displayed near the monument or object and has relation with it. Inscription …
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With election scenario around the corner, we often notice political parties trying to woo their voters with catchy songs, either freshly made or parody ones from hit songs. And, when …
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Odisha is an important state in terms of Buddhist sites. Research says that Buddhism once flourished in this part of India from 3rd century BC to 9th century AD. …
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Dhenkanal ra Biri Bara, khaiba thare bhai ! Kataka ra Dahi Bara, pasori jiba nahin !! Do you remember these lines from the iconic Odia song ‘Asa kiye khaiba ho” …
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Odisha is one of the few unexplored states of India & treasure house of culture, art and architecture, as well as scenic beauty. It has successfully preserved the wonders of …
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Puri is known for its Jagannath Temple & Rath Jatra. Due to the religious nature of the heritage town, numerous rituals & cultural practices are prevalent in Puri. Some are …
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Every Gandhi Jayanthi (Oct 2nd), when the country pays homage to the Mahatma, residents of Jagulaipada village in Rajkanika, Kendraparad district (Odisha) assemble to worship Raghunath Nayak — Gandhiji’s gardener. …
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Khudurukuni Osha is celebrated by unmarried girls in Odisha during 4-5 Sundays of Bhadraba month. They worship Maa Mangala by the name of Maa Khudurukuni (Khuda+rankuni) which literally means craving …
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