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In The Land Of Happiness
2016-10-29 08:45
By Diana SahuFrom the winding road atop a hill, the golden spires of Padmasambhava Mahavihara monastery shine in the sun amidst thick green canopy on a rain-washed morning. As I drive down a… Read More
Straw Wonders
2016-08-20 14:54
Rice straw painting of Holy TrinityAt the backyard of his house in Jirala village, Pradeepta Nayak carefully selects delicate rice straw strands, separating the dark brown coloured ones fr… Read More
Odisha's Sweet Saga
2016-07-09 13:21
Rarely does a vehicle cross the National Highway 5 stretch between Cuttack and Bhubaneswar, without stopping at Pahala, Odisha’s biggest market selling rasagollas.Unlike other places i… Read More
Holy Thali Homebound
2016-07-09 13:19
A Bhubaneswar-based startup gets 'Abhada Bhog' delivered at doorsteps at click of the mousePeople across the Capital City will no longer have to wait in long queues outside temples to partak… Read More
Craftsmen Of The Gods
2016-07-02 15:10
Three temple-shaped chariots tower over the sea of humanity at the Grand Road in Puri. It is that time of the year again when the Trinity — Lord Jagannath and His divine siblings Lo… Read More
Silence Of Ganjapa Shuffle
2016-05-03 14:28
From a folk tradition that took roots during the Moghul rule in Odisha, Ganjapa cards have been reduced to a mere collective item for art lovers today.In fact, apart from Pattachitra, these… Read More
2016-04-09 21:53
The early morning view outside Desia CottageOdisha’s Koraput is blessed with the best of Mother Nature’s bounty. In a small village of this southern district, tribals are not jus… Read More
A Sneak Peek Into Odisha’s Rich Heritage
2016-04-02 20:46
For a culture fanatic who is dying to explore hidden secrets of different states, there are a variety of things to do in Odisha. A land of varied traditions and culture, Odisha is home to ma… Read More
Exploring Cuttack - Odisha's Silver City
2016-04-02 20:18
Known for its rich cultural history, extravagance and brotherhood, Cuttack is a tourist destination par excellence. An island lying at the head of the Mahanadi Delta formed by rivers Mahanad… Read More
Odisha's Buddhist Heritage
2016-04-02 19:30
Even though Lord Buddha had never visited Odisha during his lifetime, the state has a rich heritage of Buddhism. In fact, Odisha is home to more than 200 Buddhist sites, scattered across its… Read More
5 Best Travel Looks For The Season
2016-03-25 09:11
By Mallika ChakrawartiTraveling unleashes the fire within the soul! Our quest for a new adventure starts and ends with a terrific travel story. When you make the journey and see it through t… Read More
2016-03-09 17:08
by Ratan K PaniSambalpur: Sarsatia, a sweet delicacy that was a part of every household in Sambalpur till a few decades back, has today become a rarity. Blame it on the dwindling green cover… Read More
2016-01-05 11:38
With a coastline of 485 km along the Bay of Bengal, Odisha is home to some of the best beaches in India. From Balasore to Ganjam, these pristine and beautiful beaches have everything to offe… Read More
2015-12-12 12:32
  Paika Akhada members perform at PMG Square in BhubaneswarPaika Nrutya, the traditional battle dance of the State, might have withstood the test of time, but the number of akhadas (tra… Read More
2015-11-29 09:33
Flexible Brass Fish Craft of Odisha It may be made of brass, but this fish can still flap a fin and touch its tail. The craft of making the flexible brass fish occupies a significant pl… Read More
2015-11-10 09:18
Diwali is a unique celebration in Odisha. Here, the 'Festival of Lights' is not just limited to customary bursting of crackers and exchange of lip-smacking sweets, but also accompanied by Ka… Read More
2015-10-22 11:01
The First Golden Durga Puja Idol in CuttackIn the Silver City of Cuttack, Durga Puja is unique in more ways than one. While the neighbouring State of West Bengal hosts the autumn festival wi… Read More
2015-10-19 12:27
The Durga Puja Pandal at Saheed Nagar, BhubaneswarVaried themes and multi-coloured light decorations are all set to make this year's biggest festive extravaganza, Durga Puja, all the more in… Read More
2015-10-19 10:40
 Madhubani painting of 18-armed Devi Durga by Vibhooti JhaDurga Puja is is the only time of the year when around 2000 Bengalis of Bhubaneswar come together for community bonding. The Ka… Read More
2015-10-19 10:01
The Goddess in Biraja Kshetra has only two hands and the prototype of this image is found nowhere else in the countryOdisha is home to several sculptural representations of Mahisasuramardini… Read More
2015-09-30 10:50
 Puri has always been a fresh canvas to the photographer’s eye. The centuries-old town exudes a raw charm and unforgettable warmth. TRLT brings you glimpses of different colours a… Read More
2015-09-28 11:03
Bagha Nacha at World Tourism Day Carnival A carnival of colourful floats on different tourism themes was organised in the Capital City of Bhubaneswar by the Tourism Department in associ… Read More
2015-09-24 10:50
The City of Temples or 'Mandira Malini', Bhubaneswar was once home to at least 2000 temples. Of them, only 700 exist today. Although a majority of them are dedicated to Lord Shiva, the Capit… Read More
2015-08-20 10:17
Rarely does a vehicle cross the National Highway 5 stretch between Cuttack and Bhubaneswar, without stopping at Pahala, Odisha’s biggest market selling rasagollas.Unlike other places i… Read More
2015-08-08 12:36
Road to Heaven: From Shillong to MawlynnongNestled barely four km from the Bangladesh border and 90 km away from Shillong - Mawlynnong - is the nearest I could get to paradise. A paradise in… Read More
2015-07-31 08:47
A rainy morning at Nimapara The road to Konark from Nimapara A date with the beach is always a welcome break from the mundane lives that we lead. So on a cloudy Sunday morning, I and fo… Read More
2015-06-03 07:45
Gajanan Vesha of the Trinity on the occasion of Deba Snana Purnima in PuriLord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath atop the Snana Bedi before the bathing rituals Snana Mandap at Jag… Read More
2015-06-02 07:46
With a coastline of 485 km along the Bay of Bengal, Odisha is home to some of the best beaches in India. From Balasore to Ganjam, these pristine and beautiful beaches have everything to of… Read More
2015-06-01 09:04
By Diana Sahu  Odia folk dancer Rabi Ratan Sahu, 34, is drumming up the much-awaited awareness on Odia musical instruments through a thrilling and innovative installation. The in… Read More
Dhauli's Peace Pagoda
2015-05-30 08:34
One of the popular landmarks of Odisha's Buddhist heritage is the Dhauli International Peace Pagoda (Shanti Stupa), located eight km south on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar.The Peace Pagoda… Read More
2015-05-29 16:51
Gotipua dancers ready for a showBy Diana SahuRaghurajpur, the first heritage village of Odisha situated on the banks of river Bhargabi, is known worldwide for its Pattachitra. Bylanes of t… Read More
2015-05-29 16:48
Greetings. Welcome to Trips to Roads Less Travelled. The blog will take you on a virtual tour of different places of tourism, heritage and culinary interests across the Country and Odisha, t… Read More

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