Odisha : India's Best Kept Secret

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Odisha, located on India's eastern coast, is known for many things, including its temples, beaches, and culture: 

Temples

Odisha is known as the "temple state of India" and has over 600 temples, including those in the capital city, Bhubaneswar, which is known as the "City of Temples". One of the Char Dham (pilgrims) is also located in Odisha. 

Beaches

Odisha has a 485-kilometer (301-mile) coastline along the Bay of Bengal. 

Culture

Odisha has a rich cultural heritage, including dance forms, traditional arts and crafts, and cuisine. Some famous items include silver filigree work, Sambalpuri and Bomkai sarees, Pattachitra paintings, and jhoti chita, a traditional white art made from rice paste and cloth. 

Festivals

Odisha is known for the Rath Yatra festival in Puri, which attracts millions of devotees, as well as the Puri Beach Festival. 

Other attractions

Odisha also has wildlife sanctuaries, rivers, forts, and scenic landscapes. Visitors can enjoy dolphin watching in their natural habitat, and some say the state is a treasure trove of diverse experiences.

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