Having had our taste of the wild side of Odisha with a visit to Tikarpada during the previous leg of this journey, we couldn't wait to see what other secrets the state's dense forest cover had in store. So, we headed straight for the Similipal Forest Reserve. Before venturing into the forest, though, we learned about the legendary tigress Khairi and the equally legendary Indian … [Read more...]
Exploring Odisha: The Western Wilderness
If the south was scenic and seductive, the west turned out to be wet, wild and wonderful with the water bodies providing a perfect backdrop to the wild countryside in the second segment of our road trip in Odisha. And of course, the trip was interspersed with some cultural landmarks. Join us for a photographic experience of this land. Leaning Temple of Huma Situated on … [Read more...]
Exploring Odisha: The Southern Sojourn
The state of Odisha is known best for its temples and dance forms. But surely, this state has something more to offer. In this three-part series, we embark on a journey with our sister publications, Car India and Bike India, to explore this state and unearth its hidden gems hitherto unknown to many. In this opening part, we cover the southern and southeastern side of Odisha. … [Read more...]
