|
ABOUT
ORISSA |
|
|
|
ORISSA
FESTIVAL |
|
|
|
ORISSA
MONUMENT |
|
|
|
ORISSA
HANDICRAFTS |
|
|
|
ORISSA
WILDLIFE |
|
|
|
ORISSA
TEMPLES |
|
|
|
Festivals in Orissa are mesmerizing in
their raw energy, religious fervor and a splash of colors juxtaposed
with rhythms that vary from district to district and tribe to tribe.
The religious undercurrent in events of all origin and purpose unite
the festivals and fairs in a harmony of dances, music and Jatras
that complete Orissa's calendar year where festivals in Orissa are
concerned.
Enamored with temples across its
landscape, Orissa hosts a number of temple festivals
especially related to Lord Jagannath at Puri including the world
famous Rath Yatra or the Car Festival.
Festivals in Orissa are however not restricted to temples and tribal
festivals but are also concerned with celebrating the cycle of life
with all its joys and sorrows.
|
Puri Beach Festival |
The Puri Beach Festival is held over 5
days, in the month of November, on the Puri beach that is a
popular tourist and pilgrimage destination
|
|
|
Konark Dance Festival |
Konark Festival of classical
dances, also known as Konark Dance Festival, is co-organized
by Orissa Tourism and Odissi Research Center to provide |
|
|
Kalinga Mohotsav |
Kalinga Mahotsav or the
National Festival of Martial Dance is celebrated to mark the
victory of peace over war. In essence, the Kalinga Mahotsav pays
tribute to the Buddhist
|
|
|
Puri Car Festival |
Puri is not just about spiritual
quest and Lord Jagannath. It has a rich history, culture and
tradition. While an average tourist knows Puri as the abode of Lord
Jagannath, |
|
|
Parav Trival Festival |
A must visit on any of the eco
tours or tribal tours to Orissa, India, Koraput district is also the
proud host of the annual competitive festival of Koraput
district. Known as
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
DESTINATION |
|
|
|
ORISSA
BEACHES |
|
|
|
WATER BODIES |
|
|
| |
|
