ODISHA TOURISM

Dhauli Giri is a Buddhist structure built jointly in the year 1972 by the Japan Buddha Sangh and the Kalinga Nippon Buddha Sangh. It is well-known as the peace pagoda. Its structure has a stupa which is a mushroom-like dome and ornamented with stone panels. The main panels are decorated with an elephant pageant, a resting Buddha, a Bodhi tree, and the footprints of Buddha bearing the chakra. The panels also exhibit Emperor Ashoka abandoning war and presenting his sword to Buddha at Dhauli Giri. Exploring the ancient sculpture and diverse art forms at this place is one of the best things to do in Bhubaneswar.

Exploring a new city and not collecting souvenirs is a trip wasted. One of the most enthralling activities in this list of fun things to do in Bhubaneswar is shopping. You can buy a lot of things like Handloom, handicrafts products, local artist’s products, traditional dresses, and jewelry, whiskey bottle paintings and Sambalpuri sarees. For traditional sarees, Ekamra Haat is the best spot and you can also buy wooden products and items for decorating your house. Another famous shop for saree shopping is Saree Mandir and you can buy cotton Ikkat and Sambalpuri sarees here.

For all the adventure buffs, Jhoom Sports Club is the perfect spot. Jhoom Sports Club in Bhubaneswar offers all travelers the chance to try their hand at go-karting, Atv ride, horse riding, and snooker. A club with cool vibes, Jhoom Sports club is one of the most visited places by locals as there are a lot of enticing activities that they can try here. This club has amazing tracks for go-karting and you will surely have a blast at this place. If riding a horse is your idea of having fun then you can try horse riding at Jhoom Sports Club.